News & Events
BUSM’s Ann McKee, Ralph Sacco ’83 Elected to National Academy of Medicine
NAM membership is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements and commitment to service. More
BUSM, BUSPH, BMC Receive $1.58M CDC Grant in Efforts to Reduce Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
The program will focus on training healthcare providers in universal screening and counseling for unhealthy alcohol use – with ongoing coaching and technical assistance. More
Simple, Cost Effective Treatment Following Failed Back Surgery Shows Promise in Early Studies
These findings appear as a Research Letter in in the journal Pain Medicine. More
Researchers Find Potential Target to Improve Immunotherapy in Triple Negative Breast Cancer
The findings appear in Sneak Peek for Cell Reports. More
Gout Drug May Protect Against Chronic Kidney Disease
According to a new study, the drug allopurinol used to manage gout may offer protection against the development of kidney disease. More
Graduate Student Receives Health Policy Research Scholarship
Michael Rosario is the first Boston University graduate student to receive this award. More
Sanae ElShourbagy Ferreira, PhD, ‘18, Recognized as AAAS Force for Science
Dr. Ferreira was recognized for being a creative scientist who focuses on complex problems and helps connect people through interdisciplinary conversation to address these problems. More
BUSM Students Raise $16K at Rodman Ride for Kids
Funds raised by 35 medical students representing all four class years will be used to support multiple BUSM Pediatric programs. More
Researchers Develop Combined Data Model to Better Evaluate for Mild Cognitive Impairment
By combining imaging and neuropsychological testing, one can more accurately assess the cognitive status of individuals. More
Alzheimer’s Association Awards Research Grants to BUSM Investigators
Biochemistry Postdoctoral Associate Ladan Amin, PhD, has received a three-year research fellowship and Assistant Professor of Medicine Nicole L. Spartano, PhD, was awarded a research grant. More