News from the Baylor Ecosystem
BCM faculty, clinicians, researchers, and staff are advancing medicine and changing the ways we deliver and access care. Here we feature an array of information channels to keep you up to date with the latest advancements from the BCM community, including:
- Momentum, which spans health news, medical education updates, healthcare, community, and events around BCM
- From the Labs, which spotlights new and innovative bench science from BCM researchers.
- The Stitch, which shares the expertise of researchers and clinicians in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery as well as the voices of patients who have undergone surgery and found healing.
- PolicyWise, which explores the full spectrum of health and science policy, from public health to emerging biotechnologies.
- BCM News, which features the headlines-making accomplishments of researchers, faculty, and staff from across BCM.
- Progress Notes, which shares students' stories from the clinics, their thoughts on medicine and healthcare, and stories from the frontlines of research.
- BCM Family, which helps you catch up on news from Baylor College of Medicine posted on the BCM Family newsletter online.
Featured News
People with food and other allergies have a new way to treat severe reactions
The FDA has recently approved a new epinephrine nasal spray as an alternative to injectable treatments for severe allergic reactions, potentially offering a quicker and more user-friendly option for managing anaphylaxis.
BCM, UH awarded $44.2 million grant to create regional hub for translational research
BCM and the University of Houston have been awarded a Clinical and Translational Science Award Program grant to establish a regional hub for translational research, aiming to accelerate the development of medical innovations and improve public health in the region.
Understanding robotic surgery: Why it’s a game-changer in modern medicine
Robotic surgery is transforming modern medicine by providing greater precision, shorter recovery times, and improved outcomes for patients, making it a significant advancement over traditional surgical methods.
The potential of AI in healthcare: A double-edged sword
The use of artificial intelligence in healthcare holds great promise for enhancing diagnosis and treatment, but it also presents challenges, including ethical concerns and the risk of bias, requiring careful consideration.
Baylor College of Medicine receives more than $17 million from CPRIT
BCM has received over $17 million in funding from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) to support various cancer research initiatives, aiming to advance prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts.
A potential solution for the obesity struggle
BCM researchers are exploring a potential solution for obesity through the development of a new drug that targets the brain's appetite control mechanisms, offering hope for more effective weight management strategies.