Press Releases by year

Grace Lim, MD, MSc, MBA has been appointed chair of the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, & Pain Medicine at the University of Utah.

A microbe called Turicibacter improves metabolic health and reduces weight gain in mice on a high-fat diet. The results could lead to new ways to control weight by adjusting gut...

Researchers used AI to fine-tune a robotic prosthetic to improve manual dexterity, aiming to find the right balance between human and machine control.

Erin Fox received EDSA's Lifetime Achievement Award for her groundbreaking work preventing drug shortages and improving medication access nationwide.

University of Utah Health’s AirMed Perinatal Team won a national award for excellence, recognizing their innovative approach to neonatal and pediatric care.

University of Utah Health surpassed the half-billion dollar mark in research funding for fiscal year 2025. These investments fuel research, advance treatments and technologies, boost Utah's econoomy, improve health across...

Carbon monoxide (CO), sometimes referred to as the silent killer, causes more than 100,000 emergency department visits in the United States and more than 400 deaths each year.

A new genetic study found that people in a group of unexpected suicides aren’t just flying under the clinical radar via lower access to psychiatric services—their underlying risk factors may...

U epidemiologist Mary Jo Pugh leads efforts to better understand veteran health outcomes, especially for those with TBI, and how to improve them.

If the drug works in people, it could prevent kidney injury in high-risk populations, or potentially even treat other diseases that affect mitochondria, like heart failure and diabetes.

The Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital at University of Utah Health has been recognized as one of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers for 2025 by Newsweek and global data firm...

Cells in the brain's immune system can act as "accelerators" and "brakes" for anxiety, opening the door to new treatments for anxiety disorders.

The first known metallic nanomotor in biology is powered by rocket fuel.

Election to the Academy is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to...

Keto can lead to potentially dangerous changes to how the body processes fats and carbs.

SafeUT’s Impact Reaches New Heights: A Record Year for School Safety and Crisis Support In a year marked by unprecedented engagement, the SafeUT program has released its Fiscal Year 2025...

Rachel Hess, MD, MS, has been named the inaugural System Chief Research Officer for University of Utah Health.

The interdisciplinary research hub connects experts in diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, and more to uncover the metabolic roots of human health.

A new study shows a sharp rise in rates of cognitive disability within the U.S. over the past decade, especially for adults under the age of 40.

The new research will leverage nearly 40,000 blood samples to learn how blood pressure control could change the course of aging.

A new survey of people enrolled in Utah’s medical cannabis program reveals why some people turn to unregulated cannabis to treat their medical conditions, providing a first step toward reducing...

James M. Hotaling, MD, has been named the inaugural Chief Innovation Officer for University of Utah Health, effective September 1, 2025.

For the 16th consecutive year, University of Utah Health has been recognized as a top performer in the 2025 Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Ranking by Vizient, Inc.

Baxdrostat reduces the levels of a hormone that drives high blood pressure and could transform hypertension care.