Dr. Cigarroa elected chairman of Ford Foundation board
June 28, 2018
The foundation, based in New York, is an independent, nonprofit grant-making organization.
Newsweek: Can CRISPR edit out autism? These scientists think so
June 28, 2018
Scientists at UT Health Science Center San Antonio have figured how to use a form of the powerful gene-editing tool CRISPR to erase genetic traits normally associated with autism.
Gene editing suppresses autism symptoms in mice
June 26, 2018
The team is believed to be the first to successfully edit a causal gene for autism in the brain and diminish symptoms.
Voelcker Fund awards $2.3 million for young faculty research, pipeline education
June 26, 2018
William L. Henrich, M.D., MACP, president of UT Health San Antonio, on June 26 announced that the Max and Minnie Tomerlin Voelcker Fund is giving $1.45 million to the university to support three innovative research projects and one pilot research project, all conducted by rising young faculty studying cancer and cardiovascular disease. Dr. Henrich also […]
Improving UT Health’s service anniversary recognition
June 26, 2018
Beginning this month, UT Health will roll out new and added benefits to our service anniversary recognition program. We will now offer many more and timelier opportunities for managers to recognize employees and invite colleagues to join in the celebration.
Message from the President: Employee service anniversary program
June 26, 2018
We are currently rolling out enhancements to our employee anniversary program designed to celebrate and acknowledge the immense impact of dedication by our staff and faculty.