2016 Article Archive
Achieving breakthroughs in research
UT Southwestern’s premier scientific minds continued to make significant discoveries in 2015, earning them well-deserved recognition in their fields
In Memoriam - Dr. Alfred Goodman Gilman
On Dec. 23, Nobel Laureate Dr. Alfred Goodman Gilman – former Chairman of Pharmacology, Dean of the UT Southwestern Medical School, and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost at UT Southwestern Medical Center – died peacefully.
Alliances expand UTSW’s capability, patient care accessibility
In 2015, UT Southwestern took a major step to expand its scale and clinical capability.
Recognizing milestones in leadership and accomplishment
Celebrations honoring Drs. Donald Seldin and C. Kern Wildenthal as well as the new Parkland Hospital.
Game-changing findings elevate UTSW’s reputation in cancer research
These decades-long efforts underscore the importance of the Simmons Cancer Center’s "matrix" approach, which fosters routine interaction across scientific disciplines.
Simmons Cancer Center joins elite group of cancer centers with NCI’s highest level of designation
In 2005, Dr. James Willson, Director of the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, announced UT Southwestern’s intentions to become a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, the top tier for U.S. cancer centers.
Dr. Jay Horton aims to take Center for Human Nutrition to the next level
The new Director of the Center for Human Nutrition is setting a course that aspires to make the Center the pre-eminent research institution in the country in metabolic diseases, especially obesity.
School of Health Professions grows with new leadership
Dr. Jon Williamson was named Dean of UT Southwestern’s School of Health Professions in October, with the goal of further integrating the School of Health Professions with other Medical Center departments and initiatives.
Awards for February 2016
Federal, non-federal, and industry-sponsored grants awarded to UT Southwestern faculty in in February 2016.
Better treatments for Alzheimer’s within reach through UTSW efforts
The Center for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases was launched to investigate new therapies to cure or halt the progression of dementia and related disorders.