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Nationally recognized clinical, translational, and basic research programs.
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Combine the very best in clinical training with innovative and structured research training at the bench as well as in the clinical arena.
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The highest quality, compassionate care for patients with lung disease by a formidable team of physicians who have been recognized repeatedly for their commitment.

Kambez H. Benam develops new robot to simulate vaping effects
To better understand potential damage that emerging vaping products may have on human lungs, Dr. Benam and his team have created a first-in-kind biologically inspired robotic system that quantitatively analyzes submicron and microparticles generated from electronic cigarettes in real-time while mimicking clinically relevant breathing and vaping topography exactly as happens in humans.

The Aging Institute’s Bill Chen, PhD, identifies drugs that could combat COVID-19 mutations
In a recent Nature Communications article, the Chen lab discuss how a high-throughput screen could be used to identify FDA-approved compounds that may resist SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Dr. Christopher O’Donnell to head new Office of Emerging Technologies in Health Sciences Education
This new office will advance and enrich interprofessional learning in the health sciences through embracing new technologies from across and beyond the institution while ensuring that technological advances are more integrated, accessible and equitable.

Dr. Oliver Eickelberg Appointed Vice Chair for Basic and Translational Research
Given that the research mission of the Department of Medicine and the development and sustainment of the career development pipeline remain central tenants of our academic vision, it is our pleasure to announce the appointment of Oliver Eickelberg, MD, as Vice Chair for Basic and Translational Research.
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