Research Highlights

Our research scientists and doctors have made important and internationally recognized contributions to medical science, including patents, discoveries and treatment advances.

Jacobs School Researchers Collecting COVID-19 Data

6/26/20

Researchers in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences continue to spearhead a number of projects related to the COVID-19 global health pandemic.

142 Posters Presented at Celebration of Scholarship

6/23/20

Two medical fellows, four medical residents and two medical students earned honors for outstanding poster presentations at the Office of Graduate Medical Education’s second annual Celebration of Scholarship.

Researchers Testing Alternative to Ventilators

5/28/20

Initially spurred by fears of a shortage of mechanical ventilators to treat COVID-19 patients, researchers have been developing a low-cost way of mechanizing resuscitators that are commonly found in ambulances and emergency rooms.

Curtis Presents on ICD Use in HRS Science 2020 Series

5/26/20

Stark disparities based on sex and race in the use of life-saving implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) interventions suggest potential bias in care pathways implemented by electrophysiologists, according to results of a clinical trial presented by researchers at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Forum Showcases 34 Medical Student Research Projects

4/27/20

Thirty-four original research projects from aspiring physician-scientists were on display at the 2020 Medical Student Research Forum.

UB Part of National COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma Project

4/23/20

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is participating in a national effort being coordinated by the Mayo Clinic to collect convalescent plasma as a possible therapy for COVID-19 patients.

Researchers Schoolwide Unite to Facilitate COVID-19 Testing

4/22/20

With COVID-19 tests and testing materials in short supply across the nation, researchers at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences have joined together to help compensate for the shortage.

New Study: Can Everyday Technology Prevent Stroke?

4/8/20

A three-year national study will explore whether earlier diagnosis of atrial fibrillation, combined with appropriate treatment, can improve health outcomes — including reducing the risk of stroke.