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There’s More Than One Way to Splice a Gene
UConn researchers are investigating how alternative splicing plays a key role in inflammation, a key part of the immune response.
RNA alternative splicing
Inflammation is part of the body’s natural response to injury or infection. It helps eliminate the cause of cell injury, clear away dead cells, and initiate tissue repair. While inflammation is generally beneficial, if left unchecked, it can damage key systems, including the cardiovascular system.
When the inflammatory response goes awry, it can contribute to vascular lesions. These lesions play a role in aneurysm, seizure, stroke, atherosclerosis, and other diseases.
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Psoriasis Center Brings Together Patients, Providers, and Researchers
UConn Health has transformed its former John Dempsey Hospital emergency department space into a center for its dermatologists to provide coordinated care of psoriasis patients.
Dr. Philip Kerr is the chair of the Department of Dermatology at UConn Health, which opened a dedicated psoriasis center March 8, 2021. (Tina Encarnacion/UConn Health photo) Copy Link
As innovations in the treatment of psoriasis continue to evolve, UConn Health now has a dedicated psoriasis center within its dermatology practice.
Psoriasis is a relatively common condition in which an abnormality in the immune system leads to scaly, itchy, and sometimes painful skin plaques.
Provost Lejuez, Eight Other Faculty Named As Inductees to CASE
Those elected to CASE were lauded for significant contributions made to their respective fields.
The nine scholars will be formally inducted into the Academy during a ceremony in May. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo) Copy Link
Nine University of Connecticut faculty were announced as inductees into the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (CASE) for 2021, including UConn Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Carl Lejuez.
CASE, which was chartered by the Connecticut General Assembly in 1976, provides expert guidance to the state of Connecticut and promotes the application of science and technology towards issues of economic well-being and human welfare.