SUMC in the News (08/18/06)
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Community model effective in allotting anti-aids meds, Stanford doctor says
In a new study, which was presented yesterday at the International AIDS
Conference in Toronto, Stanford researchers found that the nongovernmental
organization, AIDS Empowerment and Treatment International (AIDSETI) has been
effective in distributing antiretroviral drugs to the patients who need them
most.
Print media coverage
New York Times, 08/17/06
Cancer institute's new chief talks of cutbacks
During an interview, John Niederhuber, the new head of the National Cancer
Institute, discusses his plans for the institute and his views on stem cell
research. Stanford is referenced.
Post and Courier (Charleston, S.C.), 08/17/06
Area hospital to unsheathe CyberKnife: New treatment to cut to the heart of
tumors
This article discusses the CyberKnife, a radiosurgery tool that allows
physicians to perform surgery without using a scalpel. The tool was developed by
John Adler, professor of neurosurgery.
Palo Alto Online, 08/17/06
City seeks Stanford mall expansion, with hotel
This article discusses Stanford Shopping Center's expansion plans. It mentions
that any plans would have to coordinate with the "imminent redevelopment" at Stanford University Medical Center.
Los Angeles Times, 08/17/06
Faithful to God, science
This article on Francis Collins, a born-again Christian and director of the
National Human Genome Research Institute, discusses his views and the chasm
between science and faith. Although Stanford isn't referenced, this article may
be of interest to readers.
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