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From driving cutting-edge research to bringing medical innovations to market, landing competitive awards and more, the faculty, staff and students at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine know how to make headlines.
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New gut-brain discovery offers hope for treating ALS and dementia
Breakthrough study identifies harmful bacterial sugar as potential therapeutic target for neurodegenerative diseases
Recent News
February 12, 2026
Across disciplines, Case Western Reserve University faculty members are prolific in their scholarly contributions, from highly cited research papers to edited volumes. Among their successes include Thrity Umrigar’s bestselling novels and Walt Hunter’s lauded poetry anthology, The Singing Word.…
February 11, 2026
Research team from University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland VA published results in Redox Biology
February 11, 2026
This February, the Case Western Reserve University community gathered to celebrate a historic milestone: the university’s bicentennial. At the same time, this month marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, which honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans and people of…
February 11, 2026
On International Women and Girls in Science Day, we celebrate the women who are shaping the future of science.
February 10, 2026
After the unexpected loss of their son, Luca, to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Tony and Laura Corsi of Mayfield Village, Ohio, were determined to help prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy. Through a trust they established, Love Luca, the couple began organizing…
February 10, 2026
Breakthrough study identifies genetic defect that weakens esophageal lining, making it vulnerable to acid damage
February 09, 2026
Breakthrough study identifies harmful bacterial sugar as potential therapeutic target for neurodegenerative diseases
February 06, 2026
The number of students applying to medical school across the country—and at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine—went up in 2025. The total number of medical school applicants rose 5.3% according to the Association of American Medical Colleges, while Case Western Reserve experienced a…
February 06, 2026
Nine researchers at Case Western Reserve University were recently named to Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers 2025 list. Individuals named to this list demonstrate significant and broad influence in their fields of research. Researchers selected have also authored Highly Cited Papers, which…
February 05, 2026
Enhanced immune cells show promise in targeting viral reservoirs that current medications can’t eliminate