Research

Portrait photo of Dr. Debora Kamin Mukaz

On the Price of Being a Black Scientist

Recent events have me reflecting on what it means to be Black, woman, immigrant and scientist. In my young years, science provided a safe space for logic and integrity (how naïve of me), a reality that was often lacking in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The many socio-political issues that plagued my country did not stop my Black teachers from making sure I got the best education possible. However, I recognize that my reality was not that of many Congolese children.
Recent events have me reflecting on what it means to be Black, woman, immigrant and scientist. In my young years, science provided a safe space for logic and integrity (how naïve of me), a reality that was often lacking in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Read more…

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Genomic Medicine: Myth vs. Fact

In select primary care offices in the University of Vermont Health Network, patients may now undergo genetic testing that identifies differences in an individual’s DNA that make certain diseases such as cancer and heart disease more likely. But what are the goals of the service and how do patients benefit? Robert Wildin, M.D., associate professor of pathology and laboratory medicine and pediatrics and associate medical director of genomic medicine, dispels some myths about genomic medicine.
In select primary care offices in the University of Vermont Health Network, patients may now undergo genetic testing that identifies differences in an individual’s DNA that make certain diseases such as cancer and heart disease more likely. But what are the goals of the service and how do patients benefit? Read more…

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From Mental Health Treatment to Melanoma Risk: Student Research

Featuring Marie Kenney ’19, Cori Polonski ’19, Michael Chmielewski ’21 and Jason UnChan Pyon ’19
The University of Vermont celebrates student research in all areas of inquiry through the annual Student Research Conference. Held this year on April 17, student researchers from across the university hosted oral and poster presentations during the day-long event at the Davis Center. The Larner College of Medicine was well-presented by students who have led research and published findings in a range of fields. Learn more about some of their projects…

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