NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Congratulations to Dr. Shruti Naik on receiving the prestigious Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering! Dr. Naik’s research focuses on how our body’s barrier tissues, such as the gut, lungs, and skin, interface with the terrestrial world and are inundated with microbial, chemical, mechanical, and thermal stimuli.

The coronavirus is inspiring more people to become doctors. NYU Grossman School of Medicine is on track to exceed its application total, helped in part by its offer of full-tuition scholarships, says associate dean Dr. Rafael Rivera. Read more https://bit.ly/3k6dA2C via The Wall Street Journal

Register now for our virtual discussion on the neuroscience of brain injury. Hear from our experts experts about the pathophysiology of concussion as well as assessment and management techniques: https://bit.ly/3gCC5C9

Join our NYU Grossman School of Medicine general surgery residency for a virtual open house! Meet our program leadership and chief residents to learn more about our comprehensive training program. Register now: https://bit.ly/2RziA3m

Immigrant scientists bring new ideas, training, alternative ways of viewing problems, entrepreneurial spirit, and much-needed diversity, writes Dr. Iannis Aifantis and Dr. Benjamin Neel. Read their letter in Cell Press on the importance of immigrants to the progress of biomedical research: https://bit.ly/3muQ94D

Join our faculty to discuss lessons from the front lines of COVID-19. This virtual CME will focus on early recognition, accurate diagnosis, emerging and investigational treatments, and overall care management plan for patients. Register now: https://bit.ly/33ouxhV

Congrats to Dr. Sondra Zabar on receiving the 2020 Abraham Flexner Award for Distinguished Service to Medical Education from the Association of American Medical Colleges! The award recognizes her commitment to medical education scholarship, mentorship, and innovations in research. Read more: https://bit.ly/3aWMp6K

A combination of genetic and emotional differences may lead to post traumatic stress in police officers, a new study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine study finds. Read more: https://bit.ly/324dot2

The wealth gap is growing in small and midsize U.S. cities according to new research from our Department of Population Health. Analysis from City Health Dashboard revealed widening economic, racial, and health disparities across America. Read more: https://bit.ly/3glUPG0

A new study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine has found that obesity in expectant mothers may hinder the development of the babies’ brains as early as the second trimester. Read more: https://bit.ly/328H2gN

"As a young black researcher, I knew there was something more that I neededsomething more that black scholars neededthat I didn't have. So, I created it," says Dr. Girardin Jean-Louis. Read more about our unique program in the latest issue of Grapevine https://bit.ly/32JzD9B

Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine have found a new approach in treating osteoarthritis by injecting a natural energy molecule, prompting regrowth of almost half of the cartilage lost with aging in knees. Read more: https://bit.ly/3fOgypz

Congrats to Dr. Barbara Delmore, senior nurse scientist at NYU Langone Health, on joining the American Academy of Nursing's Class of Fellows. Her outstanding work has led to innovative research in the nursing profession and improvements in patient care. Read more: https://bit.ly/3gH0N4Y