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UCSF Health Marks Milestone of 1,000th Lung Transplant

The UCSF Lung Transplant Program recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Read the patient’s story »

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Antiviral May Ease Long COVID Symptoms

A small study followed three patients who used Paxlovid, which has been approved for use in high-risk COVID patients.

More about the study »

Kathy Giacomini Named School of Pharmacy Dean

The trained pharmacist is one of the foremost experts on pharmacogenomics.

Learn more about her

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Trailblazing Professor D’Anne Duncan Delivers ‘Last Lecture’

The adjunct associate professor is the first Assistant Dean for Diversity and Learner Success in the Graduate Division.

Watch the lecture »

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Children at the Bay Area Science Festival interacting with a puppet with teeth

Discovering Science: Camille Fong, 9, and Abigail Fong, 11, engage in some dental care demonstrations put on by the UCSF School of Dentistry during the Bay Area Science Festival’s Discovery Day at Oracle Park on April 24. The in-person event, organized by UCSF, returned after being virtual for the last few years due to the pandemic. Photo by Maurice Ramirez

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Announcements

New Center for Climate, Health and Equity: The University of California is launching a new center, housed at UCSF. The new center will harness research, education, health systems and policy to take action on climate change. Join the launch event »

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: The UCSF Multicultural Resource Center is hosting events throughout May to celebrate and honor AAPI Heritage Month at UCSF. See the events »

New UCSF Shift Work Research Study: Are you a night shift worker who has trouble sleeping during the day? Help us research sleep health among night shift workers by joining the SHIFT study – one of the first to look at a new medication looking to alleviate sleep problems in nighttime workers. See if you are eligible and learn more about the study »

Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Join UCSF in learning about digital access and inclusion. The three-hour virtual event will cover web and software digital accessibility. Learn more and register »

Staff Resource Month: Join your colleagues across campus and UCSF Health to learn about the multitude of resources available to support professional and personal development. See the events »

Prioritize Movement in May with UC Moves: Show your UCSF pride and represent Team UCSF in the UC-Wide Step Challenge or move at your own pace. Sign up for UC Moves and a chance to win a FitBit »