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Official acct. for Columbia University Irving Medical Center in #NYC. Research, education, & patient care news. Find #ColumbiaMed on IG, TikTok & Facebook too!

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A significant amount of #research takes place in universities, “where doctors, scientists, and engineers make critical discoveries that lead to treatments people use every day," says James McKiernan, MD, CEO of ColumbiaDoctors.

Every treatment has a journey of discovery.

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Congratulations to Columbia University College of Dental Medicine alumna Dr. Soomin Park on receiving the Henry M. Thornton/SCADA Fellowship Award. The award supports SCADA alumni pursuing advanced dental education and exploring careers in academic dentistry and dental research. https://t.co/e1PPSOxJF0

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Hashim M. Al-Hashimi, PhD, has transformed our understanding of DNA and RNA by revealing their dynamic nature, reshaping how scientists study diseases such as HIV and cancer. As a newly elected member of the National Academy of Sciences, learn more about his groundbreaking work. https://t.co/1a7lLfJuhJ

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An early stage of development that occurs before puberty, known as adrenarche, has long been described inconsistently across research and medicine. A new effort by @ColumbiaMSPH epidemiologist Lauren Houghton, PhD, aims to bring greater clarity and consistency to the field. https://t.co/1cp4KlIv4Q

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How much sleep is best for healthy aging? A recent @ColumbiaPS study suggests the sweet spot is 6.5–7.5 hours per night. Research found that consistent sleep duration may help support healthier aging across the body's organs.

Read more: https://t.co/9AFxljM2cX

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A new @ColumbiaPS study has found clues about the beginnings of Alzheimer’s disease, revealing how tau filaments get their start. The findings raise the prospect of future Alzheimer’s drugs that could stop the production of the filaments at their source. https://t.co/mwMHuf7td0

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A new study led by Columbia Cancer’s @TheDoctorIsVin and recent @ColumbiaPS graduate Dr. Varun Sudunagunta reveals how disrupted DNA organization impairs red blood cell development in myelodysplastic syndrome. https://t.co/A9Q6DlwrYw

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Twelve @ColumbiaPS scientists have been awards up to $100,000 in direct research support from the Schaefer Research Scholars Program, made possible through a bequest from Dr. Ludwig Schaefer. https://t.co/ljeKCGHmuA

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New research from @cohesinlab uncovers a key mechanism behind how mutations in STAG2 disrupt normal blood cell formation, offering new insight into how MDS develops and a framework for potential targeted therapies. 🩸✅ https://t.co/SuuzPDhvkk

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Tick season is here, and staying informed can help you act quickly if you’re bitten. For some high-risk bites, preventive treatment with doxycycline may help stop Lyme disease before it starts, says Dr. Brian Fallon, director of the Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases Research Center at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

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Osteoporosis happens when bones lose density and their internal structure weakens, making them more prone to fractures. Columbia endocrinologist Dr. Marcella Donovan Walker discusses risk factors, the importance of early diagnosis, and what can be done to protect bone health. https://t.co/iFXFamAZY8

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🇺🇲 On #MemorialDay, we remember those who died while serving in the United States military, including members of our own Columbia community.

Columbia’s Roll of Honor in Butler Library recognizes Columbians who sacrificed their lives during military service. Learn more about the memorial:
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CUIMC Employee Resource Groups recently held an annual summit, with a theme of "CUIMC EnERGize: Connect. Learn. Thrive.

The event encourages ERG leaders and participants to deepen their understanding of CUIMC ERGs, build new connections across departments and communities, and exchange ideas about supporting professional and personal growth through community. https://t.co/RY4ZYAO5bt

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With the help of new, portable MRI brain scanners, @ColumbiaPS scientists are working to ensure more people participate in research and can benefit from the findings. https://t.co/ml4TRUr5Qn

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The World Health Organization has declared the current Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak a global public health emergency.

@ColumbiaMSPH/@ICAP_ColumbiaU infectious disease expert Dr. Jessica Justman explains what you need to know about Ebola, including how it spreads, key symptoms to watch for, and what public health officials are doing to reduce the risk of further spread.

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🎓🦷💙 Tune in to the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine graduation livestream: https://t.co/rpR3rptDIB

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Scientists led by @ColumbiaMed / @ColumbiaPS medical researcher Michel Sadelain have successfully treated cancerous growths of the kidney, pancreas, and ovaries in mice. https://t.co/N2tiyvfEem

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Congratulations to our #ColumbiaMed graduates! May 19-21 marks a memorable week of Class Day celebrations across our four schools.

To the #Classof2026, as you take the next step in your journey, we’re proud to celebrate all you’ve accomplished and all the lives you will impact. Columbia will always be your home! 🎓💙

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🎓🩺 Tune in NOW to the @ColumbiaPS class of 2026 graduation livestream: https://t.co/cLDpnHxr9f

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📷 Tune in NOW to the @ColumbiaMSPH graduation livestream: https://t.co/hxwnorPnHT

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🎓 Tune in NOW to the @ColumbiaNursing graduation livestream: https://t.co/Yv4LThLqpa