A surprising discovery about fertilization recasts the role of the egg, could help couples struggling with infertility and could open the door for a new male contraceptive.
Author: Josh Barney (Page 34)
You’d Think We’d Have Figured Out Fertilization …
Using Virtual Reality to Make New Treatments Real Reality
Our Ziv Haskal, MD, is using virtual reality to make the latest medical advances available to patients more quickly.
What a Memory Looks Like Inside Your Brain
The NIH Director's Blog has a fascinating post show what a memory looks like stored inside the brain. I'll give you a link and tell you a little about the NIH director's connection to UVA.
Interesting Video on Salt Sensitivity With Our Robin Felder
Believe it or not, some people actually need more salt than they eat.
Treating Babies Suffering Seizures Gave This Doc a Special Mission
Dr. Jennifer Burnsed is seeking to understand how the seizures affect the brain, and why they can lead to behavioral and learning problems years down the line.
Good Read on Walter Reed
Here's a very interesting write-up about Walter Reed, his efforts to show that mosquitoes transmit yellow fever, and his connections to UVA. Click for link.