Subhrajit Saha, Ph.D., University Of Kansas Radiation Oncology associate professor, studies how to treat and prevent harm from cancer radiation treatment. His lab's work also has implications for radiation exposure related to bioterrorism or a nuclear accident or attack. bit.ly/3D4ZZ6B

The new issue of the Kansas Journal of Medicine includes work from several of our students, resident physicians and faculty members. Explore the latest discoveries: journals.ku.edu/kjm #KUdiscoveries #WeDocThis

Nearly 80 high school students from Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools got a peek into potential health care careers an event last week. Faculty, staff and students from KU Medical Center staged scenarios, showcased equipment and answered questions for attendees. bit.ly/3sckwkp

The KU School of Medicine academic societies recently joined together to participate in the annual Society Cup field day. Hosted by the Office of Student Affairs, the event featured obstacle courses, relay races, tug of war and a dodgeball tournament. Congratulations to all!

Akinlolu Ojo, executive dean of KU School of Medicine, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine (National Academy of Medicine), which is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine. bit.ly/3TszFd2

Robin Maser, Ph.D., associate professor of clinical laboratory sciences at KU School of Health Professions, worked with KU Jared Grantham Kidney Institute colleagues to solve a puzzle related to polycystic kidney disease. Their discovery has major implications for future treatments. bit.ly/3yr3fHL

A $1.5M NIH training grant will help KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center increase the number of students and fellows in the Brain Health Training Program, preparing the next generation of scientists focused on dementia and Alzheimer's: bit.ly/3UZjaXH

Congratulations to the KU School of Medicine 2022 Alumni Award honorees, who will be recognized during this year's Alumni Reunion Weekend on Oct. 7-8. Learn more about Drs. Schwasinger-Schmidt, Moser and Brosius and congratulate them online: bit.ly/3dMWBob

Hoglund Center with Drs Bill Brooks and Laura Martin discuss neuro imaging science ⁦Rep. Sharice Davids⁩. ⁦KU Medical Center⁩ ⁦KU Medicine⁩

“A lot of people don't get experience with surgery until their third year and so they have no idea what to expect. This is a great environment to get hands-on experience in a non-threatening place.” - Tiffany Killblane, fourth-year medical student
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There's still time to register for Alumni Reunion Weekend! Join us Oct. 7-8 for a weekend full of special events, including class reunions, campus tours and the annual Alumni Awards Ceremony. Don't miss your chance! Registration closes Sept. 30: bit.ly/3Kd0n5W

Will you be joining us for Alumni Reunion Weekend Oct. 7-8? This year's events include a 50th reunion for the class of 1972. Celebrate, reconnect and make new memories with fellow alumni during this year's festivities. Register online today: bit.ly/3Kd0n5W

In honor of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, our campuses held special remembrance events last Friday. For online resources to support well-being, mental health care and suicide prevention education, please visit: bit.ly/3CPo6rw

During #HispanicHeritageMonth , we’re recognizing researchers whose work advances health equity. Meet Dr. Perales Puchalt @UnivofKansas, principal investigator in #MinorityHealth & health disparities research. bit.ly/3BIHUvo #HealthyAgingMonth

Sept. 17 is National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. We can all help prevent physician suicide — learn the signs, start the conversations and share resources. Please visit NPSADay.org