Author Jessica Porter

The University of Alabama is spearheading an effort to reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease in West Alabama.

The American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals, elected Dr. Sharlene Newman from The University of Alabama to the newest class of AAAS Fellows, among the most distinct honors within the scientific community.

Drawing upon expertise from across campus, a new center at The University of Alabama will help overcome obstacles keeping drug therapies that show promise in the lab from translating to an effective treatment for patients.

A strategic plan launched by the Alabama Life Research Institute is the blueprint for expanding broad life science and health research on campus and strengthening The University of Alabama’s efforts to improve quality of life across the state.

Three professors specializing in biomedical sciences, biochemistry and bioengineering will join The University of Alabama during the upcoming spring semester, boosting research and innovation in novel design and engineering of advanced drug delivery systems.

After a national search, a noteworthy researcher in cognitive neuroscience will lead the Alabama Life Research Institute as executive director.