Have you registered for the 2025 College of Medicine Alumni Reunion? All graduates from classes ending in years ending in 0 or 5, and all alumni from the Urban Medicine program are invited back to campus on Sept 18-20. Info and registration: go.uic.edu/COMReunion

A new study from researchers Quinn Lee, et al. University of Illinois College of Medicine "reveals how the #BloodBrainBarrier gets leakier with age, contributing to memory deficits. The study uncovered the molecular mechanisms behind this process." Learn More Cell Reports 👉 cell.com/cell-reports/f…

We're one day away from our annual White Coat Ceremony! Follow along on the livestream as our incoming M1s receive their white doctor's coats. Details: go.uic.edu/wc2025

On Friday, we welcomed a new class of medical students at our annual White Coat Ceremony. Friends, and families gathered to witness our incoming M1s walk across the stage to receive their coats and step into the future as the next generation of medicine. go.uic.edu/wc25

The blood-brain barrier is like a security gate for your brain, letting in nutrients and keeping out toxins. But with age, that gate starts to leak. University of Illinois Chicago researchers uncovered the molecular miscommunication behind the leak — and how it leads to memory loss. 🧠

Calling all Urban Medicine program alumni: You’re invited to join us and your program classmates from all classes (2009-2025) on Sept 18-20 for events on campus and in downtown Chicago! See the schedule, choose your events and register today! go.uic.edu/COMReunion

As part of #HcSimWeek25, join Simulation And Integrative Learning (SAIL) at UIC on Sept 17 (8:30/9:15a CT) for Rehearsal for Authenticity—a SAIL-created sim inspired by actor rehearsals. Step into a “choose your own adventure” sim & build real-world confidence. Healthcare Simulation Week 2024 UIC Department of Medical Education University of Illinois College of Medicine doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/…

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University of Illinois Chicago researchers found the gene CEACAM7 may be associated with mortality risk and survival times from a type of lung cancer called lung adenocarcinoma in African Americans. The finding is a step forward in personalized oncology and health equity. 📗doi.org/10.1016/j.jtho…

Happy Healthcare Simulation Week! Healthcare simulation empowers learners to practice, reflect, and grow in a safe environment—ultimately transforming the way we teach, learn, and deliver care. SAIL is proud to celebrate the innovation and impact of simulation this and every week

UI COM's Alcohol Research Center has been awarded an $8.3 million, five-year grant to continue its research on alcohol use disorder. The grant renewal will fuel research into cellular interaction in areas of the brain that are key to alcohol addiction. go.uic.edu/AUD

Grateful to University of Illinois College of Medicine for welcoming ISMS President Dr. Rich Anderson last night!

Each year, we honor select alumni for outstanding contributions in their fields. Over the next few days, we'll be highlighting this year's award winners on our social media. You can read about this year's winners here: go.uic.edu/aa25

First is Dr. Michael Bristow, recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award for his groundbreaking work in cardiology and transplant research. Read more about Dr. Bristow and all of our awardees here: go.uic.edu/aa25

Next up is Dr. Jeanne Wei, recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award for her career-spanning specialty in geriatrics and internal medicine. Read more about Dr. Wei and all of our awardees here: go.uic.edu/aa25

Today we're highlighting the work of Dr. Vijay Khiani, whose dedication to community medicine and health equity began during his undergraduate studies in UIC's GPPA program. Read more about Dr. Khiani and all of our awardees here: go.uic.edu/aa25

Next up is Dr. Neha Goel, whose work in breast cancer treatment and research has had an immense impact on the study of sociological circumstance within patient populations. Read more about Dr. Goel and all of our awardees here: go.uic.edu/aa25

Our final alumni spotlight goes to Dr. Jennifer Layden, the Director of the Office of Public Health Data, Surveillance, and Technology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more about Dr. Layden and all of our awardees here: go.uic.edu/aa25

Tomorrow morning, join us at HIRE360 Chicago for #menopauseawarenessweek. Drs. Pauline Maki and Makeba Williams along with Women Employed CEO Cherita Ellens will discuss navigating perimenopause and menopause with confidence. Details: go.uic.edu/Hire360

In a new article for FORTUNE, Dr. Pauline Maki, Sr. Director of Research at the Center for Research on Women & Gender outlines the need for structural and institutional support for women on #WorldMenopauseDay: go.uic.edu/FortuneMenopau…