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Pro-Palestine protests at Tufts University is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

Report: Jewish left-wing activist Soros funding tent city at Rutgers University

Pro-Palestine protests at Rutgers University is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

Abortion emerges as key issue for New Jersey voters ahead of 2024 elections

As the issue of abortion reemerges in the national election discourse, 30% of New Jersey residents indicate that they would only vote for a candidate who aligns with their stance on abortion. This is according to the latest poll in the New Jersey Health Matters series by the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, conducted in partnership with the Rutgers-Eagleton Poll.

Rutgers graduates balance medical studies with motherhood

Nnenna Ukenna-Izuwa, a student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), had always aspired to specialize in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN). Her ambition was fueled by her cousin's death from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy in Nigeria, where gynecologic care is not widely available. However, the experience of having her own child and enduring pre-eclampsia and post-partum depression deepened her empathy for her patients.

Social networks crucial for older adults with HIV: Rutgers study

A recent study by Rutgers Health has found that social support and robust social networks are essential for the health and well-being of older adults living with HIV. The research, published in AIDS Care, was led by Kristen Krause, an instructor at the Rutgers School of Public Health.

New Jersey International Film Festival Set to Begin with Diverse Film Lineup

New Jersey International Film Festival Kicks Off May 31

Exercise science major leads fitness program for Down syndrome individuals

Aishwarya Sabharwal, a junior majoring in Exercise Science in the Department of Kinesiology and Health, has joined forces with her peers to operate GigiFit programs for children, teenagers, and adults with Down syndrome. The program aims to enhance movement skills, strength, and fitness.

Unique dual degree program celebrates 10 years of healthcare education

The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School are celebrating a decade of their unique dual degree program in pharmacy and medicine. This program is the only one of its kind in the United States. To date, it has produced 21 graduates who have either completed or are currently participating in medical residencies across the country.

Rutgers-Led Statewide Translational Research Institute Awarded $39.7 Million NIH Grant

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded the Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science $39,673,786 over seven years to build and improve upon infrastructure that promotes clinical and translational science through the New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS).

Doctoral student gives birth, defends dissertation on same day

Tamiah Brevard-Rodriguez, an 8-months pregnant doctoral student, was preparing for her dissertation defense when she went into labor in the early hours of March 25. Despite the unexpected timing, Brevard-Rodriguez managed to give birth and defend her dissertation on the same day.

A Family Legacy Inspires a Public Health Career

Lisa Harrison-Gulla’s journey is rooted in family legacy – her grandfather, Herman Weiss, one of the first physical therapists in the country – and shaped by personal experiences and challenges. "Initially, my career focus was on addressing addiction through one-on-one treatment," she said. "My initial decision to specialize in addictions was influenced by my father's addiction and death when I was 16."

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending May 4

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rutgers Researchers Develop Reminder System to Enhance Memory Recall

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

A computer model developed by Rutgers University–New Brunswick researchers may have cracked the code on helpful memory cues, similar to how recounting shared experiences with friends can trigger memory recall, according to a study published in Psychological Science.

A Little Band Music and a National TV Spot Give Accepted Student a View of Her Future

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

As soon as she heard the signature pounding of the bass drums, Lola Adeleye knew something had changed.

Using Advanced Genetic Techniques, Scientists Create Mice With Traits of Tourette Disorder

Scientists at Rutgers University–New Brunswick have successfully created mice with traits of Tourette disorder using advanced genetic techniques, offering new avenues for studying the condition and testing potential treatments.The researchers, using CRISPR/Cas9 DNA editing, inserted genetic mutations found in humans with Tourette disorder into mouse embryos. Co-senior author Jay Tischfield noted, “There are no medicines specifically developed for Tourette disorder and repurposing other drugs has worked poorly, with too many side effects.”The genetically engineered mice...

Leadership Gala Celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American Students

Student leaders who have contributed to building community and launching new groups to celebrate and embrace their culture were recognized last week at the Asian American Cultural Center’s 2024 APIDA Leadership Gala.

Mindfulness Training Enhances Opioid Addiction Treatment

Rutgers-led research has shown that incorporating Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) into standard opioid addiction treatment can significantly improve outcomes. The study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, revealed that MORE reduced program dropout rates by 59 percent and relapses by 42 percent.Nina Cooperman, associate professor of psychiatry at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the first author of the study, emphasized the potential impact of enhancing treatment protocols. She stated, "Better treatment protocols could save thousands of lives per...

Rutgers University - New Brunswick continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections