A previously overlooked type of immune cell allows SARS-CoV-2 to proliferate, Stanford Medicine scientists have found. The discovery has important implications for preventing severe COVID-19.
#COVIDResearch #ImmuneSystem #SARSCoV2
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A new study led by researchers at Stanford Medicine finds that computer algorithms powered by artificial intelligence based on deep learning can help health care practitioners to diagnose skin cancers more accurately.
#AI #SkinCancer
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Read 'The Spice Sellers' Secret' here: stan.md/3NhSEGY
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Lane Library's bi-annual door survey is in effect this week. Your responses to our three straightforward survey questions help with LCME accreditation as well as library space planning. Thank you for your assistance! #LaneLibrary #StanfordMedicine

A new test can detect the biological signature of Parkinson’s disease before symptoms arise. Stanford Medicine neurologist, Kathleen Poston, MD, MS, explains why early diagnosis opens the door to better therapies. >>Watch the video and then read the full story:…

We had a wonderful time hosting our admitted medical students for Discovery Days ⁦Stanford Medicine⁩ ! We toured the campus, discussed our innovative curriculum, reviewed uniquely ⁦⁦@Stanford⁩ research opportunities, celebrated our diversity & enjoyed the sunshine too☀️

Some of the 17 million Americans afflicted with major depressive disorder each year may soon receive a surprising new prescription from their clinician: Have fun on a virtual reality device. stan.md/3JhiGaB #Depression #VRTherapy #MentalHealth

Nearly 50M U.S. adults will be diagnosed with a mood disorder that falls into the bipolar classification. Po Wang, MD, clinical professor at Stanford Medicine, shares what he’s learned in his quarter century of studying it.
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Register for Stanford’s RAISE Health Symposium on May 14th. Be part of the conversation shaping responsible AI in health and medicine. stan.md/43SmaKd #AI #AI inHealthcare #FutureofHealthcare

Imagine if we could give physicians the ability to take out an OCT camera and image the cells inside each mole, says Adam de la Zerda, PhD, associate professor of structural biology at Stanford.
#Cancer #Dermatology
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A game-changing Parkinson's biomarker could speed up clinical trials for treatment. Kathleen Poston, MD, professor of neurology & neurological sciences at Stanford, discusses how early diagnosis may finally lead to a cure.
#Parkinsons #Neurology
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Abraham Verghese, MD, professor of medicine at Stanford, will deliver the keynote address at this year’s Stanford School of Medicine graduation on Saturday, June 15.
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Our incredible SUMMA student leaders give us so much inspiration! The future of medicine is bright! 🌟🔅❤️

Hear from mentors & mentees in #StanDOM 's REACH-HBMC Summer Research Program as they reflect on the impact the program has had: stanford.io/3Je4r6d

Ready. Set. Medical Library!🚦Power Up Your Research this National Library Week (April 7-13) at Lane Library! From workshops to unique collections, we've got you covered. #NationalLibraryWeek #LaneLibrary #StanfordMedicine

This issue of Stanford Medicine magazine explores the challenges and promise of artificial intelligence for medical care, research and education.
#AI #ArtificialIntelligence
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Scholar Nadine Jawad, who’s in her final year at Stanford Medicine, joins the Imagine A World podcast this week. She reflects on how she tempers cynicism, embraces joy and grief simultaneously, and is working to make healthcare accessible to all. knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/news/episode-1…

Jonathan Levin, a distinguished economist and Stanford alumnus who has led the Stanford Graduate School of Business as dean for the last eight years, has been appointed the next president of Stanford University, the Board of Trustees announced today. stanford.io/3TIqneN