Entries by Aj Cheline

Neurologic Disease Research at UC Davis Contributes to First Treatment Specifically Approved for Postpartum Depression

Michael Rogawski conducted lab and clinical research on the neuro-steroid (SACRAMENTO) — Sage Therapeutics announced March 19 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of its product, Zulresso™ (brexanolone) injection, for the treatment of postpartum depression in women. Initial development of an intravenous formulation of allopregnanolone (also known as brexanolone) and first-in-human clinical studies were conducted […]

UC Drug Discovery Consortium announces first partnership

By Dorsey Griffith The University of California Drug Discovery Consortium has entered a partnership with Astellas Pharma that provides seed funding for early-stage drug discovery research. “Guided by Astellas’ vision of turning innovative science into value for patients, Astellas aims to pursue cutting-edge science by combining internal capabilities and external expertise in its medical and […]

UC Davis Connects with Industry Leaders at World Agri-Tech Summit

UC Davis joined over 1,300 industry leaders at this year’s World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco with the goal of accelerating the advancement of agtech solutions to transform the food supply chain into a more sustainable, affordable and nutritious system for future generations. The theme for this year’s event was “Turning Disruptive Technology into […]

Call for Proposals: IMPACT Center Program Offers up to $3 Million to Support New Multidisciplinary Research Centers

The Office of Research is pleased to announce a program designed to establish and launch new multidisciplinary centers that respond to society’s greatest challenges and needs. The IMPACT (Inter & Multidisciplinary Program to Accelerate Convergence & Translation) Centers program aims to identify and support the launch and operation of multidisciplinary centers with innovative research in […]

Register Today for the 2019 Annual Research Expo

The annual UC Davis Research Expo showcases the latest tools, resources and insights to help you advance your research programs and careers. The event includes exhibits, presentations and workshops. We welcome you to enjoy the full event or attend portions that are of particular interest. This year’s main hall presentation will include a panel discussion […]

New Project Focuses on Cultural Inclusivity, Retention in Graduate STEM Training

By Lisa Howard The Feminist Research Institute (FRI) and the Department of Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies (GSW) held a one-day workshop at UC Davis on February 4, kicking off the first phase of a three-year project to help graduate students look at their research within broader cultural and societal contexts as well as increase […]