U.Va. researcher finds potential way to treat Down Syndrome
By Lauren Seeliger | October 27, 2025Brandebura was hired by the University to start in her own lab — the Brandeura lab — and she will be continuing her work to study PTN.
Brandebura was hired by the University to start in her own lab — the Brandeura lab — and she will be continuing her work to study PTN.
The University requested approval from the Board on proposed contracts with Cardinal Health LLC, a pharmaceutical company that will provide CAR T-cell therapies — a therapy used to treat cancer.
The House, which also holds a democratic majority, has referred the bill to the Committee for Courts of Justice for further consideration.
RAM members volunteer at clinics across the Southeast to provide free healthcare to local communities.
PIH’s next event will be a Strides in Solidarity Dec. 2 with fundraising towards the Maternal Center for Excellence.
The University is well on its way to achieving its remaining goals of becoming carbon neutral by 2030 and fossil fuel-free by 2050.
The University foresees the completion of the SDS and Old Ivy Road solar arrays within the next two months.
The organization has already held two events in Charlottesville, and will hold their next free screening at Charlottesville’s Southwood Boys and Girls Club Nov. 18.
The University will host a Flu Shot Clinic in the Newcomb Hall South Meeting Room Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Contraline is currently running clinical trials on a new form of non hormonal male contraception.
The University stated in a press release that it will be conferring with local residents before reaching a final decision on how to use Oak Lawn.
While this change in policy follows new guidance from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, representatives say U.Va. Health continues to recommend vaccination.
A majority of scholars do their research on public health in Africa, and the CGHE has connections with several East African universities.
The University hosted its 17th Annual Reid Psychology Research Conference on Friday to give undergraduate researchers at the University and other colleges an opportunity to present their ongoing research projects.
The School of Medicine introduced the Center for Health Equity and Precision Medicine on Monday. The center aims to challenge large public health disparities by bringing together experts across University departments.