UCSF's Elizabeth H. Blackburn, an expert on the role that telomeres has on aging and carcinogenesis, has received another prestigious award for her contributions to scientific research.
Omega-6 fatty acids--such as those found in corn oil--caused human prostate tumors in cell culture to grow twice as quickly as tumors to which omega-6 fats had not been added, according to a study conducted at the San Francisco VA Medical Center.
UCSF plans to pursue construction of a new children's hospital at Mission Bay and make necessary seismic repairs at Mount Zion, CEO Mark Laret recently told the UC Regents.
When President George W. Bush gives the annual State of the Union address tomorrow night, many will be listening for how health care fits in with his domestic agenda.
The campus community is invited to hear some of the most highly respected and dynamic women leaders in their respective fields at a symposium on May 16 and 17.