June 9, 2021
University of Cincinnati researchers found that while N95 masks are effective barriers against airborne diseases like COVID-19, poorly fitting masks can have substantial leaks around the face that reduce their effectiveness and increase the risk of infection.
May 26, 2021
A new study by the University of Cincinnati finds that fatal opiate overdoses are most prevalent in six states: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, West Virginia, Indiana and Tennessee. Researchers identified 25 hot spots of fatal opioid overdoses nationwide using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The study demonstrates how both widespread and localized the problem of substance use disorders can be.
February 22, 2021
University of Cincinnati researcher Albert Sabin's vaccine induced lifetime immunity, while Jonas Salk's offered protection only for a few years. For this reason, Sabin's vaccine became the standard vaccine used around the world.
February 18, 2021
The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is offering a new online program that prepares students to earn a certificate in a high-demand medical specialty in just one year.
June 29, 2020
Cosmetic scientists at the University of Cincinnati are studying ways to replace chemical compounds in personal care products with natural ingredients.
September 9, 2020
Claudia Rebola is an associate professor and the associate dean for research at the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Arts, and Planning. She is part of a UC team using innovation and design expertise to respond to COVID-19.
September 1, 2020
Claudia Rebola is an assistant professor and the associate dean for research at the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Arts, and Planning. She is part of a UC team using innovation and design expertise to respond to COVID-19.
September 8, 2020
Children who are exposed to tobacco have higher rates of hospital admissions after visiting emergency departments or urgent care facilities, according to a new study by University of Cincinnati researchers.
June 2, 2020
Rediscover the work of UC doctor Albert Sabin, who discovered the live oral polio vaccine in 1963.