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March 24, 2026
UIC research: A cancer drug that treats herpes, tooUIC researchers found a second use for the FDA-approved cancer drug doxorubicin.
February 28, 2026
What makes superagers’ brains special?UIC researchers have an answer, and it’s all about neuron growth.
February 17, 2026
UIC and One Hope United partner to build national model of Hope House programThe program is expanding to Illinois to provide opportunities for youth involved with the child welfare system.
November 13, 2025
Pancreatic cancer research project attacks ‘seeds of metastasis’UIC surgeons, anesthesiologists and engineers are collaborating to trap pancreatic cancer cells during a critical window.
November 7, 2025
UIC researchers are using ‘nanopacks’ to develop a multiple sclerosis treatmentUIC researchers created a way to treat autoimmune disorders like MS with special cells that deliver anti-inflammatory “nanopacks” to the nervous system.
October 28, 2025
UIC, UI Health and Cook County Health expand partnership in a changing health care landscapeThe move galvanizes collective expertise across clinical care teams, medical education and research.
September 29, 2025
UI Health helps teens take charge of their sickle cell diseasePatients get unique peer support at S.T.A.R. Clinic.
September 22, 2025
Yeast in gut microbiome can worsen salmonella infectionThe infection is modulated by amino acid produced by fungus.
September 16, 2025
The small protein with a big part in preventing pulmonary fibrosisUIC researchers found that the IL-10 protein helps prevent lung inflammation and associated diseases like pulmonary fibrosis.
September 9, 2025
$8.3M federal grant extends UIC research on alcohol use disorderThe interdisciplinary team will continue their work on how long-term alcohol use affects brain cells.