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Yale study links opioid use disorder with changes in brain structure

Yale researchers have identified changes in brain structure and function among individuals with opioid use disorder.

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 10, 2024

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Yale announces new name and funding boost for sustainability prize

Yale University has announced the renaming of its Sustainable Venture Prize to the Planetary Solutions Prize, now sponsored by Yale Planetary Solutions.

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 6, 2024

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Study reveals financial motives behind retail investor responses to ESG news

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 5, 2024

Earlier this year, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) implemented rules requiring public companies to disclose climate-related risks, enabling investors to make informed decisions.

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Podcast discusses impact of Revelation on U.S. immigration ideology

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 4, 2024

In a recent episode of the Yale Divinity School podcast series, New Testament scholar Yii-Jan Lin delves into the influence of the Bible’s Book of Revelation on American immigration ideology and policy.

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Yale experts debunk common myths about food allergies

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 4, 2024

Food allergies are increasingly common, leading to widespread misconceptions.

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Behavioral health integration could transform cardiovascular care

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 4, 2024

Matthew M. Burg, PhD, a professor of medicine specializing in cardiovascular medicine, has been elected president of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research.

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Yale students launch initiative tackling food insecurity through new pharmacy

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 3, 2024

Katrina Dietsche and Jason Weinstein, second-year medical students at Yale School of Medicine, have launched a food pharmacy initiative to combat food insecurity in New Haven.

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Yale receives grant funding to support healthcare transition for formerly incarcerated individuals

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 3, 2024

It is estimated that over 80% of incarcerated individuals suffer from chronic health issues, such as hypertension, HIV, hepatitis C, and mental health and substance use disorders.

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Study finds systemic ableism hinders access to mental health care for disabled individuals

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 3, 2024

People with disabilities (PWD) represent 25% of the U.S. population and face unique challenges in accessing mental health care, according to a recent study led by Dr. Katie Wang from the Yale School of Public Health.

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Green investments may yield lower returns but support environmental goals

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 2, 2024

The debate over whether green investing yields higher returns has been ongoing, with varied opinions from asset managers and academics.

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Yale appoints Pachankis as professor focusing on LGBTQ mental health

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 2, 2024

John Pachankis has been appointed as the David R. Kessler, M.D. ’55 Professor of Public Health at Yale University.

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Yale study links advanced infant brain development with mixed outcomes

By SC Connecticut News | Dec 2, 2024

The human brain undergoes significant development during the final prenatal months and the first year of life.

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Researchers find unexpected role of T cells in advanced melanoma

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 28, 2024

Yale researchers have uncovered a surprising role of certain T cells in patients with advanced melanoma.

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New 11.7T magnet enhances imaging capabilities at Yale's MRRC

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 27, 2024

On October 27th, a large crowd gathered to witness the installation of a new 11.7T magnet at the Magnetic Resonance Research Center (MRRC).

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Yale welcomes largest cohort of FAS faculty in over two centuries

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 27, 2024

This year, Yale University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) welcomed over 60 new faculty members, marking the largest cohort to join in more than two centuries.

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Yale hosts conference exploring social significance of global phenomenon K-pop

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 27, 2024

Scholars and music industry insiders recently convened at Yale University to explore the social and cultural impact of K-pop.

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COVID-19 booster timing varies by location and personal history

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 26, 2024

A recent study from Yale School of Public Health and University of North Carolina at Charlotte suggests that the timing for COVID-19 booster shots should vary based on location and individual infection history.

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Yale hosts conference examining crime politics and reform

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 25, 2024

Yale University recently hosted the annual Justice and Injustice Conference, organized by the Institution for Social and Policy Studies (ISPS) at its Center for the Study of Inequality.

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Yale Library unveils AI prototype for enhancing research in digital collections

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 25, 2024

Yale Library has unveiled a prototype application, "Digital Collections AI," designed to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) for research within its digitized collections.

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Study finds increase in non-invasive treatments for early-stage prostate cancer

By SC Connecticut News | Nov 22, 2024

Prostate cancer remains a prevalent concern for men, being the second most commonly diagnosed cancer after skin cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death following lung cancer.