The UCSF Community Newsletter

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See the ‘Exciting’ New Tower Cranes Building the Future at Parnassus Heights


In just a few short years, UCSF’s historic campus will be transformed by the arrival of new, state-of-the-art buildings. Before that, construction cranes will raise them into their place. The first of those cranes arrived last month.


Watch the tower cranes in action »

I’m a Long COVID Researcher. And I Have Long COVID


About 5% of U.S. adults are estimated to be living with long COVID, and one of them is UCSF epidemiologist and long COVID researcher Alison Cohen, PhD, MPH.


Learn how Alison manages her symptoms »

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UCSF Scientists Follow Unconventional Paths to Prestigious Investigator Award 


The award supports scientists who take novel approaches and have the potential to make significant contributions to biomedicine. Recipients get $1.25 million over five years.


Meet UCSF’s two winners »

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How a Silicon Brain Could Transform Human Health


Imagine if we could create a model of the human brain so precise that it could mimic the brain’s intricate neural patterns in real time. It isn’t science fiction. It’s happening now.


Take a look into the future »

Whats New

UCSF Health

UCSF Health Brings Specialty Care Close to Home on Peninsula

Real Estate

Parnassus Heights Construction Update: Winter 2025

School of Nursing

How UCSF Experts are Using Generative AI to Revolutionize Nursing Education

Social Spotlight

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UCSF Health was proud to join the celebration at last month’s Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco on a float with Chinese Hospital.


Ring in the Year of the Snake on LinkedIn »

Experts in the News

The New York Times

Why Do Women Live Longer Than Men?

Washington Post

Here’s the Real Concern When it Comes to Black Plastic

The Mercury News

California’s Measles Vaccination Rate Struggles to Recover After Pandemic

KTVU

Flu Season Worst in 15 Years

KCBS

Majority of California's Unhoused Not Illegal Drug Users

Announcements

Office of Research Updates: UCSF continues to work with the University of California Office of the President and other institutions to understand new White House guidance related to research funding and community support. Get the latest information »

Don't Miss UCSF's International Women’s Week Events: The UCSF community is invited to celebrate International Women's Day on Saturday, March 8 and the beginning of Women’s History Month with over a week of events in honor of the amazing women of UCSF and their important contributions to our organization. See the calendar and download Zoom backgrounds »

Learn About Security Tools, Win Amazon Gift Cards: Learn about UCSF IT Security tools that can protect your devices and data. Everyone who completes the test is entered for a chance to win one of six $50 Amazon gift cards. Take the quiz now »

Zoom AI Companion Now Available: UCSF is enabling Zoom AI Companion for meetings for all UCSF Zoom users, except for those who provide virtual patient care on any UCSF platform. Zoom AI Companion may not be used with sensitive and restricted data. Learn how to use it and get information about data restrictions and visit the Zoom AI Companion How-to page »

Share Your Ride to UCSF: UCSF Transportation has created Commute Connect, a space where UCSF faculty, staff and learners can share rides. Join the group »

Digital Mindfulness, Parking and Women’s Week: Learn how UCSF is responding to challenges with parking across its campuses at this month’s UCSF Town Hall at noon on Friday, March 7. Plus, explore a study on digital mindfulness for employees, celebrate International Women’s Week and get Health News You Can Use with Peter Chin-Hong, MD. Set a reminder on your UCSF calendar »

Upcoming Events

MAR

05


Jam4Joy Zumba


Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Action


Clinical Trials Operations Research Forum


Cultivating Support for Family Caregivers and the Sandwich Generation


Drag Bingo with Countess Katya Smirnoff-Skyy

MAR

06


Pelvic Health Essentials: What Every Woman Should Know


Make the Most of the UC Retirement Savings Program


WIT@UCSF Presents: Communicating Your Mission, Vision and Values in Times of Change


Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Clinical Considerations in 2025


Virtual Laughter Yoga


Urban Wildfire Response and Recovery Webinar Series: Policy and Wildfires


Jam4Joy Zumba


Paint in the Pub: Mission Bay


UCSF Vanpool Program Information Session

MAR

07


WIT@UCSF Presents: MicroSkills to Focus Your Brand and Stop Saying ‘Yes’


Understanding Menopause: Navigating Aging and Common Questions


Leadership (and Life) Lessons from the Pacific Crest Trail


UCSF Town Hall

MAR

10


Chancellor’s Concert Series: Women's Day Special ft. The Lee Trio


No and Low Code Approaches to the Digital Health Humanities

MAR

11


Augmented Reality Treatment for PTSD and Anxiety Disorders

MAR

12


Professional Identity Development of Individuals with Atypical Backgrounds and/or Career Paths in Medicine


Stay Ahead of Colon Cancer: When and How to Get Screened

MAR

13


E-Waste Collection: Mount Zion

MAR

14


Burnout or Boundaries? Setting the Stage for a Balanced Year

MAR

17


UCSF Research AI Day

MAR

18


UCSF Bikes! Ambassador Meeting 2025


Virtual Mindfulness-Based Self-Compassion Program: Information Session


BINGO by the BEAT

Visit the UCSF Events Calendar to submit events and see what’s happening.

Deals and Discounts

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UCSF Warriors Ticket Discount: See new acquisition Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry and the rest of the Golden State Warriors take on the Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks at Chase Center this month. Limited tickets are first come, first serve for UCSF employees. Get tickets before they're gone »

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