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What’s Up, Doc?
The human body is a complex machine of about 10 trillion interconnected cells. Researchers at the U.Va. Health System are working with new technology to keep everything from our brains to our blood sugar in good shape.
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Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center Photo by Dan Addison
The newly opened Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center will offer the most advanced, comprehensive treatment options available, but that may

Health Tips, Myths and What’s New
Three experts in different fields of medicine share health advice
Doctors and nurses from the Health System weigh in about exciting new developments and big misconceptions.

Insiders’ View: An all-access look at places around U.Va.
Coach’s Corner
Debbie Ryan (Educ ’77) has had her office in the John Paul Jones Arena since 2006, but she has been head coach of the U.Va. women’s

Young Boy with an “Old Person” Disease
A mother’s struggle with her son’s childhood arthritis
When people think about arthritis, they often think of it as an old person’s disease—certainly not something that affects children. Unfortunately, that is a misconception; in fact,
Bringing the Hospital to the People
800 medical professionals. 1,800 volunteers. 2,700 patients. 1 weekend of free health care.
Inside beige tents, medical staff from the University of Virginia provide free health care to anyone who comes to the Wise County Fairgrounds. Meet a few of the people who depend on the Remote Area Medical clinic for medical treatment, as well as those who volunteer their services.
R&D in Brief
Less stress for medical students, tests for toddlers and the power of popularity among teens.
Targeting Addiction
One man’s quest on the path of discovery
Addiction is a disease that affects millions. Dr. Bankole Johnson is developing a pharmaceutical treatment for it.
R&D In Brief
Brain cancer breakthrough Recurrent brain cancer can be helped by a new combination of drug therapies, according to researchers including David Schiff, co-director of the U.Va. Neuro-Oncology Center,
Post-Combat Care
Plastic surgery procedure has new applications
A surgery long popular for cosmetic purposes may also help soldiers when they come off the battlefield.
Adam Katz, a plastic surgeon and researcher in the U
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What’s Up, Doc?
The human body is a complex machine of about 10 trillion interconnected cells. Researchers at the U.Va. Health System are working with new technology to keep everything from our brains to our blood sugar in good shape.

Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center

Where We Study
When finals are approaching at U.Va., the air seems charged with anticipation as students take to the libraries and cafés en masse and energy drinks fly off the shelves.

Spirit of Adventure
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family

Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.

A New Kind of Leader
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'

Over Seven Billion Served
Last October, the 7 billionth person on the planet was born. Professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition.

Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.

Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form

Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1

New & Notable
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.

Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.

Theater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.

1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.

What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal




