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New drug candidate uses novel absorption method to target cancer cells in mice
Research activities within Radiology and other medical departments has led to the development of a new anti-cancer agent published in Nature Communications. The publication describes a new drug candidate that is orally delivered and is absorbed in the gut directly into the lymphatic system. Development and demonstration of a “lymphatropic”
RADIOLOGY FIRST TO INSTALL LOW-FIELD SCANNER PROTOTYPE, TO INCREASE GLOBAL MRI ACCESS
After receiving one of only six prototypes of the Siemens Healthineers Free.Max in the world, the Michigan Medicine Department of Radiology installed the low-field MRI scanner. The device has a reduced field strength of .55 Tesla, which lowers cost and could improve image quality in certain settings. The scanner also provides a step towards low
Giving Thanks to the Phillip A. Hoskins Foundation
Non-invasive Imaging Technique Valid for Identifying Small Airway Damage in COPD
Discovery holds promise for developing urgently needed new therapies in serious lung disease

All About the Knee
The latest in imaging, mechanisms of injury and treatment: A Q&A with Corrie M. Yablon, M.D.

Ruth Carlos named vice chair of faculty governance

‘YOU CAN’T FORGET WHERE YOU COME FROM’: MACEDONIAN FACULTY FOSTER PARTNERSHIPS BACK HOME
Three UMMS colleagues have been working to build collaborations with faculty in their native Macedonia. From left: visiting Macedonian scholar Daniela Miladinova; Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine Vladimir Ognenovski; Associate Professor of Pathology Zaneta Nikolovska-Coleska; and Assistant Professor of Radiology Jadranka Stojanovska.

Clinical Innovation Challenge
Nearly a year in the making, the first annual Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) Clinical Innovation Challenge celebrated its “Selection Event” on December 8. Over 100 faculty, staff, and guests attended the celebration, which brought the 2016 Clinical Innovation Challenge to a close. Guests heard pitches from the Challenge’s top five teams,
Why Radiologists Should Make Their Practice More Personal
Chemistry - A Universal Language
Peter Scott spent his Time4Chem writing about his experiences as an international chemist and the importance of collaboration across borders

STEM Heroes: Dr. Kathryn Luker
Dr. Kathy Luker makes a difference by researching ways to treat cancer

Jason Grove, PA, Receives Shining Star Award
