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Join our department in celebrating Will Brooks, Ph.D., recipient of the Dale J. Benos Award for Educational Excellence at this year’s Argus Awards! www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Medical Education | Heersink School of Medicine News
On Friday, November 14, 2025, students from the UAB Heersink School of Medicine gathered to celebrate faculty excellence during the annual Argus Awards Ceremony. Established to recognize outstanding…
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November 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Join our department in celebrating Will Brooks, Ph.D., recipient of the Dale J. Benos Award for Educational Excellence at this year’s Argus Awards! www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Congratulations to Inga Kadisha, Ph.D., on being named Best Educator: Musculoskeletal & Skin at the 2025 Argus Awards! Grateful for her commitment to exceptional medical education.
Medical Education | Heersink School of Medicine News
On Friday, November 14, 2025, students from the UAB Heersink School of Medicine gathered to celebrate faculty excellence during the annual Argus Awards Ceremony. Established to recognize outstanding…
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November 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Congratulations to Inga Kadisha, Ph.D., on being named Best Educator: Musculoskeletal & Skin at the 2025 Argus Awards! Grateful for her commitment to exceptional medical education.
“Meet the Minds” of CDIB features Susan Campbell, Ph.D., who is uncovering the ways the gut microbiome shapes brain health and seizure treatment. Dive into her research and journey in our latest feature: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Cell, Developmental & Integrative Biology | Heersink School of Medicine News
The UAB Department of Cell, Developmental, and Integrative Biology (CDIB) continues its article series Meet the Minds of CDIB. The series spotlights the diverse faculty who power the department’s…
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November 21, 2025 at 3:19 PM
“Meet the Minds” of CDIB features Susan Campbell, Ph.D., who is uncovering the ways the gut microbiome shapes brain health and seizure treatment. Dive into her research and journey in our latest feature: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Dr. Matlawska-Wasowska, was published in the @jci.org for her study, “T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia exploits a neural proinflammatory pathway to colonize the meninges.” Learn more: www.jci.org/articles/vie...
November 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Dr. Matlawska-Wasowska, was published in the @jci.org for her study, “T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia exploits a neural proinflammatory pathway to colonize the meninges.” Learn more: www.jci.org/articles/vie...
As the temperature drops, cold weather affects the body down to the cell. Holly Chen, Ph.D., explains how cells sense the cold, adapt to lower temperatures, and ways to help support cellular health through the winter.
Cold comfort: What cells do to survive winter
Cold comfort: What cells do to survive winter
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November 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
As the temperature drops, cold weather affects the body down to the cell. Holly Chen, Ph.D., explains how cells sense the cold, adapt to lower temperatures, and ways to help support cellular health through the winter.
🌙 Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, set your clocks back an hour and enjoy a little more rest. Check out these tips for a smooth transition: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
October 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🌙 Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, set your clocks back an hour and enjoy a little more rest. Check out these tips for a smooth transition: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Yanling Wang, M.D., Ph.D., explores “Alzheimer’s Disease at the Interface: Mechanisms in Brain Parenchyma and Borders” in the upcoming CDIB seminar series on Nov 5 at noon CST.
Register here: uab.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: uab.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 31, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Yanling Wang, M.D., Ph.D., explores “Alzheimer’s Disease at the Interface: Mechanisms in Brain Parenchyma and Borders” in the upcoming CDIB seminar series on Nov 5 at noon CST.
Register here: uab.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: uab.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
“Meet the Minds” of CDIB features Dr. Bellis, Alma B. Maxwell–UAHSF Endowed Chair in Biomedical Research and professor. Learn about how her lab studies sugar molecules on cancer cells and her unique path to getting where she is today.
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Meet the Minds of CDIB: Bellis’ path to cancer research and mentorship - Heersink School of Medicine News
The UAB Department of Cell, Developmental, and Integrative Biology (CDIB) has launched a new article series titled Meet the Minds of CDIB. The series spotlights the diverse faculty who power the…
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October 23, 2025 at 7:17 PM
“Meet the Minds” of CDIB features Dr. Bellis, Alma B. Maxwell–UAHSF Endowed Chair in Biomedical Research and professor. Learn about how her lab studies sugar molecules on cancer cells and her unique path to getting where she is today.
Read more👇
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🎓 On Oct. 8, students from UAB and across Alabama came together to explore master’s, Ph.D., and certificate programs at the 2025 Graduate School Fair! Check out the recap video to see the highlights 👇
2025 Fall Graduate School Fair
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October 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
🎓 On Oct. 8, students from UAB and across Alabama came together to explore master’s, Ph.D., and certificate programs at the 2025 Graduate School Fair! Check out the recap video to see the highlights 👇
From the lab bench to leading-edge Alzheimer’s research, Lynne Nacke’s journey is one of growth, grit, and guidance. With mentorship from Dr. Ankur Saxena, the duo at @uabheersink is uncovering how sensory neuron regeneration may hold clues to Alzheimer’s. www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Meet the Minds of CDIB: Saxena and Nacke reflect on mentorship, growth, and Alzheimer’s research - Heersink School of Medicine News
Ankur Saxena, Ph.D.
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September 16, 2025 at 5:25 PM
From the lab bench to leading-edge Alzheimer’s research, Lynne Nacke’s journey is one of growth, grit, and guidance. With mentorship from Dr. Ankur Saxena, the duo at @uabheersink is uncovering how sensory neuron regeneration may hold clues to Alzheimer’s. www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
How do stem cells turn into neurons even amid noisy signals? Researchers at UAB uncovered a “bistable toggle” switch in olfactory progenitors, revealing how small groups of cells coordinate fate commitment and neighborhood assembly to sustain neurogenesis. www.uab.edu/news/researc...
September 12, 2025 at 5:23 PM
How do stem cells turn into neurons even amid noisy signals? Researchers at UAB uncovered a “bistable toggle” switch in olfactory progenitors, revealing how small groups of cells coordinate fate commitment and neighborhood assembly to sustain neurogenesis. www.uab.edu/news/researc...
🎓 Last month, CDIB’s undergraduate researchers took center stage at our annual poster session, sharing their work, ideas, and discoveries with peers, faculty, and staff.
August 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM
🎓 Last month, CDIB’s undergraduate researchers took center stage at our annual poster session, sharing their work, ideas, and discoveries with peers, faculty, and staff.
🎉 Congrats to Dr. Mark Bevensee on his new role as Associate Dean of the UAB Honors College!
On August 1, he transitioned from Assistant Dean and continues to support students across the college with leadership and dedication.
On August 1, he transitioned from Assistant Dean and continues to support students across the college with leadership and dedication.
August 27, 2025 at 4:58 PM
🎉 Congrats to Dr. Mark Bevensee on his new role as Associate Dean of the UAB Honors College!
On August 1, he transitioned from Assistant Dean and continues to support students across the college with leadership and dedication.
On August 1, he transitioned from Assistant Dean and continues to support students across the college with leadership and dedication.
Congrats to Amitis Moradkhani of the Robel Lab! 🧠👏
She took 3rd place in the Biological & Life Sciences category at the Summer 2025 Expo for her work on blood-brain barrier failure after traumatic brain injury. Incredible research from one of our undergrads!
She took 3rd place in the Biological & Life Sciences category at the Summer 2025 Expo for her work on blood-brain barrier failure after traumatic brain injury. Incredible research from one of our undergrads!
August 22, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Congrats to Amitis Moradkhani of the Robel Lab! 🧠👏
She took 3rd place in the Biological & Life Sciences category at the Summer 2025 Expo for her work on blood-brain barrier failure after traumatic brain injury. Incredible research from one of our undergrads!
She took 3rd place in the Biological & Life Sciences category at the Summer 2025 Expo for her work on blood-brain barrier failure after traumatic brain injury. Incredible research from one of our undergrads!
👏 Congrats to Dr. Michael Herr II, associate professor in CDIB, on becoming an official IAMSE Fellow! The fellowship recognizes his commitment to advancing curriculum design, teaching, and leadership in medical education.
August 14, 2025 at 11:37 PM
👏 Congrats to Dr. Michael Herr II, associate professor in CDIB, on becoming an official IAMSE Fellow! The fellowship recognizes his commitment to advancing curriculum design, teaching, and leadership in medical education.
Congrats to CDIB’s Dr. Colleen Garnett on being elected Senator for Joint Health Sciences, and Dr. Michael Herr II on his election as Associate Chair of the Faculty Senate! Proud to see our faculty stepping into key leadership roles across campus. 👏 www.uab.edu/facultysenat...
August 5, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Congrats to CDIB’s Dr. Colleen Garnett on being elected Senator for Joint Health Sciences, and Dr. Michael Herr II on his election as Associate Chair of the Faculty Senate! Proud to see our faculty stepping into key leadership roles across campus. 👏 www.uab.edu/facultysenat...
🧬 Dr. Braden McFarland, assistant professor in @uabheersink CDIB, breaks down how UVA and UVB rays go far beyond sunburn, damaging DNA, accelerating aging, and increasing cancer risk. Check out our “Beyond the burn” article to learn more about skin safety! www.uab.edu/news/news-yo...
August 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
🧬 Dr. Braden McFarland, assistant professor in @uabheersink CDIB, breaks down how UVA and UVB rays go far beyond sunburn, damaging DNA, accelerating aging, and increasing cancer risk. Check out our “Beyond the burn” article to learn more about skin safety! www.uab.edu/news/news-yo...
New study co-authored by Dr. Ankur Saxena in Stem Cell Reports reveals how “progenitor neighborhoods” act as transient niches to sustain olfactory neurogenesis in zebrafish. A key step in understanding sensory regeneration! www.cell.com/stem-cell-re...
August 1, 2025 at 2:14 PM
New study co-authored by Dr. Ankur Saxena in Stem Cell Reports reveals how “progenitor neighborhoods” act as transient niches to sustain olfactory neurogenesis in zebrafish. A key step in understanding sensory regeneration! www.cell.com/stem-cell-re...
🧬 Your health starts at the cellular level. UAB researchers explain how tiny imbalances in your cells can lead to major diseases, and why protecting cellular health could be the key to lifelong wellness.
🔬 Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
🔬 Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Why cellular health matters more than you think - Heersink School of Medicine News
Cellular health plays a crucial role in your overall well-being. On average, the human body has between 30-40 trillion cells of various types and with various functions. The healthier your cells are,…
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July 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🧬 Your health starts at the cellular level. UAB researchers explain how tiny imbalances in your cells can lead to major diseases, and why protecting cellular health could be the key to lifelong wellness.
🔬 Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
🔬 Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Congrats to CDIB postdoc Barnita Haldar, M.D., Ph.D., on receiving the 2024 Relay for Life Champion of Mission Award from the @acscan.bsky.social for her work on immune evasion in pancreatic cancer! 👏 Read more:
UAB postdoctoral fellow receives national recognition for pancreatic cancer research - Heersink School of Medicine News
Barnita Haldar, M.Barnita Haldar, M.D., Ph.D.D., Ph.D., a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Cell, Developmental and Integrative Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink…
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June 28, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Congrats to CDIB postdoc Barnita Haldar, M.D., Ph.D., on receiving the 2024 Relay for Life Champion of Mission Award from the @acscan.bsky.social for her work on immune evasion in pancreatic cancer! 👏 Read more:
👩🔬🔬 #MeetTheMinds of CDIB kicks off with Dr. Yoon, assistant professor in the Department of CDIB! From St. Jude to UAB, she’s advancing research on drug-resistant tumors and inspiring the next gen of scientists. Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
June 28, 2025 at 1:47 PM
👩🔬🔬 #MeetTheMinds of CDIB kicks off with Dr. Yoon, assistant professor in the Department of CDIB! From St. Jude to UAB, she’s advancing research on drug-resistant tumors and inspiring the next gen of scientists. Read more: www.uab.edu/medicine/new...
Don’t miss our summer CDIB seminar! 🧠 Dr. Eduardo Leyva Díaz from Instituto de Neurociencias de Alicante will present “Programming and reprogramming the nervous system via CUT homeobox genes.” Join us for this exciting talk!
June 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Don’t miss our summer CDIB seminar! 🧠 Dr. Eduardo Leyva Díaz from Instituto de Neurociencias de Alicante will present “Programming and reprogramming the nervous system via CUT homeobox genes.” Join us for this exciting talk!
☀️Think a sunburn’s just a little redness? Think again! UV rays go deep, damaging DNA, speeding up aging, and raising your cancer risk, before the burn even starts.🧬 Learn from Dr. McFarland why sun protection is a must:
Beyond the burn: What UV radiation does to your skin? - Heersink School of Medicine News
As summer approaches and sun exposure increases, experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are shedding light on what really happens to our skin when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation…
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June 19, 2025 at 3:36 AM
☀️Think a sunburn’s just a little redness? Think again! UV rays go deep, damaging DNA, speeding up aging, and raising your cancer risk, before the burn even starts.🧬 Learn from Dr. McFarland why sun protection is a must:
🧠🦠 Big news from the McFarland Lab! Their latest study dives into how gut microbes shape the immune response in brain tumors. Could your gut hold clues to better glioblastoma treatments? Published in @tandfresearch.bsky.social! Read more: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
June 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
🧠🦠 Big news from the McFarland Lab! Their latest study dives into how gut microbes shape the immune response in brain tumors. Could your gut hold clues to better glioblastoma treatments? Published in @tandfresearch.bsky.social! Read more: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
🎓 Blazing new trails in leadership! Congrats to Dr. Carmel McNicholas-Bevensee on graduating from the Blaze Leadership Academy! 👏🔥 We’re proud to see CDIB faculty shaping the future of academic leadership.
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June 6, 2025 at 6:31 PM
🎓 Blazing new trails in leadership! Congrats to Dr. Carmel McNicholas-Bevensee on graduating from the Blaze Leadership Academy! 👏🔥 We’re proud to see CDIB faculty shaping the future of academic leadership.
Read more: www.uab.edu/reporter/peo...
Read more: www.uab.edu/reporter/peo...