Headline News: See patients, ask questions, spark research   
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 15, 2009) — It takes 17 years, on average, for a research discovery to find its way to use in the community. Practice-based research networks (PBRNs), such as those in operation at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, overturn scientific convention and start with the community......more»

Headline News: Presidents’ Reception Nov. 5 honors four HSC presidents   
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
The four presidents of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio will be honored at noon on Thursday, Nov. 5, at a Presidents’ Reception, to be held in the Health Science Center Auditorium on the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Campus......more»

Headline News: Dental School dean receives ADA’s highest honor   
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Kenneth L. Kalkwarf, D.D.S., M.S., professor of periodontics and dean of the Dental School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, received the American Dental Association’s (ADA) highest honor — the Distinguished Service Award. It was presented at the ADA’s 150th Annual Session and World Marketplace Exhibition in Honolulu, Hawaii, Oct. 2......more»

Headline News: New $3 million grant will fuel quality improvement research    
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 13, 2009) — A national leader in the analysis of health care quality from the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio has received a nearly $3.1 million grant from the National Institute for Nursing Research. Kathleen R. Stevens, Ed.D., RN, FAAN, will lead the project creating the first national research network that focuses on front-line hospital care provided by nurses......more»

Headline News: $5.2 million to fund studies of antibiotic’s effects on health   
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 5, 2009) — Scientists at the Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies, a research facility of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, will begin testing the therapeutic qualities of rapamycin on age-related diseases and health span, thanks to a $5.2 million grant awarded by the National Institute on Aging. .....more»

Headline News: Health Science Center reports $29 million in stimulus funds   
Posted: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 5, 2009) — Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have been awarded $29 million in grants to date resulting from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The stimulus grants are through the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration. .....more»

Headline News: Translational research opportunities in today's inside.news   
Posted: Wednesday, October 07, 2009
The UT Health Science Center and UTSA are collaborating on translational research through monthly seminars open to faculty, staff and students. Also in <b><i><a href=http://inside.uthscsa.edu>inside.news</a></b></i>, learn how to register or check your designations for HSC Alert, view President Henrich’s “University Outlook,” volunteer for the Health Professions Fair & Science Expo and register for the UT System’s Clinical Safety and Effectiveness Course. .....more»

Headline News: Test of HSC Alert system scheduled for Oct. 9   
Posted: Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Short tempers, a difficult classmate, stress about grades and marital problems are just a few situations that could escalate into violence on campus......more»

Headline News: Dr. Martha Acosta educates elders about fall prevention   
Posted: Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Martha Acosta, Ph.D., PT, M.S., UT Health Science Center San Antonio assistant professor of physical therapy, recently participated in a televised panel discussion to educate senior citizens about how to prevent falls, a major health concern of older Americans......more»

Headline News: Nominations due in November for new LEAD Institute class   
Posted: Tuesday, October 06, 2009
For any organization or institution to be successful, good leadership is essential. And, as President William L. Henrich, M.D., MACP, noted in his “University Outlook” presentation on Sept. 29, fostering leaders right from the start can help propel the UT Health Science Center San Antonio on its path to greatness......more»