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Research spotlight: A new model reveals hidden disease signatures and predicts health outcomes

Mass General Brigham
Peer-Reviewed Publication

In a new study, Mass General Brigham researchers unveil ALADYNOULLI, a generative model that identifies hidden disease signatures, predicts future health outcomes and helps reveal the biology underlying human disease.

Journal: Nature

Lancet landmark Commission reports on global female health: takes lifespan approach to menstruation and bleeding disorders

Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health
Peer-Reviewed Publication

The Lancet Haematology today published its Commission on Global Female Health and Haematology, a multidisciplinary international collaboration that examines the unique hematologic health challenges faced by women and girls around the world and outlines recommendations for improving outcomes. Marni Sommer, DrPh, RN, professor of Sociomedical Sciences at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, is a co-author of the report by the Commission.

Journal: The Lancet Haematology

Venture capital investments increasingly shaping innovation in radiology

American College of Radiology
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new JACR study, Venture Capital Investments in Radiology from 2000-2023, found a total of $11.4 billion was invested across 646 companies, with funding especially concentrated in medical devices, artificial intelligence health care software, and biotechnology and drug discovery, and reflects radiology’s growing role as a hub for new technologies that can change how imaging is performed, interpreted, and integrated into patient care.

Journal: Journal of the American College of Radiology

NIH awards OU College of Medicine $10.7 million to advance sensory biology research

University of Oklahoma
Grant and Award Announcement

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine has been awarded a five-year, $10.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to create the Oklahoma Center for Biomedical Research Excellence in Sensory Biology. The center will serve as a hub for research into how cells sense and respond to their environment and the diseases that can occur when that process malfunctions.

Association for Molecular Pathology recognizes Dartmouth Health medical director for her sustained leadership

Association for Molecular Pathology
Grant and Award Announcement

Laura J. Tafe will receive the Kant leadership award at the organization’s annual meeting in November in Seattle

Meeting: Association for Molecular Pathology 2026 Annual Meeting & Expo

Association for Molecular Pathology recognizes pioneering pathologist at the National Cancer Institute

Association for Molecular Pathology
Grant and Award Announcement

Elaine S. Jaffe will receive a lifetime award and give a lecture at the organization’s annual meeting in November in Seattle.

Meeting: Association for Molecular Pathology 2026 Annual Meeting & Expo

Association for Molecular Pathology Announces 2026 Award Recipients

Association for Molecular Pathology
Grant and Award Announcement

Elaine Jaffe, Laura Tafe and Daniel Sabath to be honored for lasting contributions to the molecular diagnostics community.

Meeting: Association for Molecular Pathology 2026 Annual Meeting & Expo

Association for Molecular Pathology recognizes UW physician–scientist for exceptional service to the field

Association for Molecular Pathology
Grant and Award Announcement

Daniel E. Sabath will receive a meritorious service award at the organization’s annual meeting in November in Seattle

Meeting: Association for Molecular Pathology 2026 Annual Meeting & Expo

Commercial price variation for common cardiovascular services across 4 major US insurers

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication

About The Study: In this cross-sectional study of commercial insurance payments for cardiology services, there was substantial variation across both insurers and states, particularly in facility fees. These findings reveal the influence of payer contracting strategies and market dynamics and underscore the need for greater transparency and regulatory oversight to promote efficient health care spending.

Journal: JAMA Network Open