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Biophysics’ Walter F. Boron receives the 2025 Christian Bohr Prize
Walter F. Boron, Distinguished University Professor and the David N. and Inez Myers/Antonio Scarpa Professor in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, recently was awarded the Scandinavian Physiological Society's 2025 Christian Bohr Prize…
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May 14, 2025
For some, running in races is about chasing a personal best. For others, it’s a way to reset, stay grounded or simply accomplish a set goal. For four members of the Case Western Reserve University community, this weekend’s Cleveland Marathon represents more than a race—it’s a reflection of…
May 09, 2025
At Case Western Reserve University, faculty fuel discovery, inspire students and advance knowledge across disciplines. Through their teaching, research and mentorship, they shape not only their fields but also the next generation of scholars and innovators. Each year, the university recognizes…
May 09, 2025
Shiv S. Verma, a research associate in the Department of Urology, was recently awarded the American Association for Cancer Research Scholar-in-Training Award for his research on a plasma-based microRNA biomarker panel for prostate cancer diagnosis. Verma’s award is sponsored by Stan Divorskyi and…
May 07, 2025
Cigarette-smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Smoking rates are particularly high among people facing socioeconomic challenges with limited access to services to help them…
May 06, 2025
Congratulations Class of 2025! Check out some library resources that can help you into the future: CWRU Alumni Library Accounts Kelvin Smith Library and the Case Alumni Association currently collaborate to fund an offering of resources for your personal lifelong learning. As a graduate of…
May 05, 2025
New study links omega-3 deficiency to rising overall health risks
May 02, 2025
Medicine’s Fabio Cominelli leads research team on TL1A/DR3 signaling in experimental Crohn’s disease
Fabio Cominelli, Distinguished University Professor at the School of Medicine, led research on TL1A/DR3 signaling in experimental Crohn’s disease alongside first author Paola Menghini, a research associate in the Digestive Health Research Institute at Case Western Reserve University. TL1A/DR3 is a…
April 30, 2025
To our School of Medicine community, Last week I shared Ron Przbylski, PhD, emeritus associate professor in the Case Western Reserve University Department of Anatomy, died Saturday, April 19, at 89 years old. Today, I share insights from his CWRU colleagues. Ron dedicated 58…
April 23, 2025
Professor, Department of Molecular Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Member, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center Director of classical hematology, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute Director of physician-scientist…
April 22, 2025
To our School of Medicine community, On behalf of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Hovmand as director of the Center for Community Health Integration. Peter Hovmand, the Pamela B. Davis MD PhD Professor of Medicine, is an…