Carolyn Bertozzi, the co-director of Stanford's interdisciplinary program ChEM-H, reflects here on the program and her goals for the future.
Author: Becky Bach
From California, to the world: Stanford Medicine aims to help 2 billion people
The latest issue of Stanford Medicine magazine features an article describing international efforts to help 2 billion people globally by 2025.
The current fellowship interview process is cumbersome — Stanford researchers have a better idea
Three Stanford researchers are suggesting a new way to match fellowship candidates with programs for interviews, with the goal of saving time and money.
Opioid overdose rates highest directly after surgery, new research suggests
Following surgery, the risk of overdose from opioids is highest during the first month. Taking both short- and long-acting opioids also boosts the risk.
Stars of Stanford Medicine: Emergency medicine, health policy and innovation
This Stars of Stanford Medicine features Ryan Ribeira, an emergency medicine physician with interests in health policy and technology.
Stars of Stanford Medicine: Empowering women globally
In this Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A, obstetrics and gynecology resident Nichole Young-Lin discusses her interests and plans to help women worldwide.
Reproductive choices facing women with disabilities require careful consideration
Reproductive decisions for women with disabilities should be based on each individual's abilities and desires, Stanford gynecologist Paula Hillard writes.
Stars of Stanford Medicine: Exploring options, advocating for patients
Second-year medical student Nagehan Ayakta tried out research before turning to medicine, she explains in this Stars of Stanford Medicine feature.
Clearing up misconceptions about phobias
Phobias are a form of anxiety disorder, but can be alleviated by therapy, Stanford's Carolyn Rodriguez and other experts say in this article.
Stars of Stanford Medicine: Improving health care in Japan
This Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A features Satoshi Maruyama, a Japanese official in the health ministry who is earning a graduate degree at Stanford.
Global warming could lead to additional suicides, new research indicates
New Stanford research suggests that global warming is likely to lead to an increase in suicide rates in the United States and Mexico.
Cell membrane’s importance offers new strategy to fight infections
Found in about half of all bacterial species, the cell membrane that surrounds the cell wall may be more critical for survival than previously thought.
Stars of Stanford Medicine: Improving cardiovascular health in Africa and beyond
This Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A features Andrew Chang, clinical instructor of medicine, who is working to improve cardiovascular health globally.
Doctors with disabilities: A case for inclusion
A greater acceptance of, and more, people with disabilities are needed in the health care workforce, physician Cheri Blauwet writes.
Mind this: Research reveals the power of the mind
New Stanford research is clarifying the powerful role played by the mind in pain, health, social settings, education and more.
At 94, Stanford’s Victor Fuchs celebrates his new book, dispenses wisdom
Victor Fuchs, known for his lifelong contributions to health economics, recently celebrated the publication of his new book "Health Economics and Policy: Selected Writings" with a talk on campus.