URochester Health Research

URochester Health Research Health research (which refers to clinical trials and studies) is the way we learn new and better ways to help people be healthier.

We connect clinical study participants to clinical trials, promote URochester Medicine research findings, and educate the community about health research and clinical trials. Every trial or study is a partnership between members of the community (you), doctors, and researchers. The results determine whether these new ideas do a better job at treating or preventing a disease and ultimately improvin

g medicine for everyone. You may hear a lot about how important your participation is in clinical research. Participation from volunteers ensures there are ongoing advances in the medical field. More than that, it's the only way medical breakthroughs can reach the public. Clinical research - and your involvement in it - plays a crucial role in improving the health of current and future generations.

The Continuum of Stroke Care & ResearchEach minute after a stroke, nearly 2 million brain cells die. But increasingly, r...
07/22/2026

The Continuum of Stroke Care & Research

Each minute after a stroke, nearly 2 million brain cells die. But increasingly, researchers and clinicians are demonstrating that stroke care is not only about restoring blood flow in the first critical hours; it’s also about understanding how the brain repairs, reorganizes, and recovers in the weeks and months that follow. Innovation drives URochester Medicine researchers and clinicians, who use mobile emergency treatment, regional telemedicine networks, and research—including understanding brain plasticity, rehabilitation, sleep, and clot biology—to redefine stroke care and recovery.

URochester researchers and clinicians use mobile emergency treatment, regional telemedicine networks, and research, including understanding brain plasticity, rehabilitation, sleep, and clot biology, to redefine stroke care and recovery.

A guide to sun safety for kidsBefore heading outside this summer, check out this advice from Michael Gavin, an associate...
07/17/2026

A guide to sun safety for kids

Before heading outside this summer, check out this advice from Michael Gavin, an associate professor of clinical medicine and of clinical pediatrics, for protecting kids from too much sun.

Before heading out to enjoy the warm weather and soak up some sunshine, check out this advice for protecting kids from too much sun.

How does air quality affect your health?During wildfire season, smoke can travel hundreds of miles, creating hazy skies ...
07/17/2026

How does air quality affect your health?

During wildfire season, smoke can travel hundreds of miles, creating hazy skies and unhealthy air quality across New York State. URochester Medicine experts recommend taking these precautions.

Our experts explain the impact of air quality on health and how to best protect ourselves.

What’s the difference between prebiotics and probiotics?What roles do prebiotics and probiotics have in our digestive sy...
07/16/2026

What’s the difference between prebiotics and probiotics?

What roles do prebiotics and probiotics have in our digestive system? Elizabeth Eisnor, a registered dietitian at the Center for Community Health & Prevention, weighs in.

Prebiotic sodas are growing in popularity, but do you need to stock your fridge with these “functional” beverages or does your diet already have what you need? A University of Rochester Medicine expert weighs in.

Dialing back stiffness may protect muscles in myotonic dystrophyA new study led by John Lueck, an associate professor of...
07/16/2026

Dialing back stiffness may protect muscles in myotonic dystrophy

A new study led by John Lueck, an associate professor of pharmacology and physiology and of neurology, suggests that one hallmark symptom of myotonic dystrophy type 1—muscle stiffness, known as myotonia—may play a much larger role in driving muscle damage than previously recognized.

New research suggests that myotonia—the delayed relaxation of muscles that causes stiffness—may be more than a symptom of myotonic dystrophy type 1. In animal models, eliminating myotonia improved muscle strength and muscle health.

The University of Rochester’s researchers and clinicians are helping us understand the science of sleep—including how it...
07/15/2026

The University of Rochester’s researchers and clinicians are helping us understand the science of sleep—including how it might be one of the most consequential forces in human health.

URochester’s researchers and clinicians are helping us understand the science of sleep—including how it might be one of the most consequential forces in human health.

Steve Goldman Study Opens Path for Gene Therapies to the Brain Researchers at the University of Rochester developed a ne...
07/09/2026

Steve Goldman Study Opens Path for Gene Therapies to the Brain

Researchers at the University of Rochester developed a new gene therapy approach that may help treat diseases that affect the brain. The team, led by Dr. Steve Goldman, created a system that uses the brain’s natural fluid pathways to carry helpful genes throughout the brain while targeting specific support cells called glial cells. These cells help protect and support nerve cells and keep the brain working properly.

The technology could one day lead to new treatments for conditions linked to damaged glial cells, including multiple sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, and some rare childhood brain disorders. While more research is needed, these findings offer a promising new way to deliver gene therapies safely and effectively throughout the brain.

Researchers have developed a gene therapy platform that combines engineered viral vectors with the brain's glymphatic transport system to deliver therapeutic genes broadly and selectively throughout the brain, offering a promising new approach for treating neurological diseases.

Summer safety remindersLouis Papa, a professor of clinical medicine, shares tips to help protect you and your family thr...
07/09/2026

Summer safety reminders

Louis Papa, a professor of clinical medicine, shares tips to help protect you and your family throughout the summer, including advice about heat stroke and heat exhaustion, swimming safety, and burns and fire risk.

Do you know how to stay safe all season long? UR Medicine’s Dr. Louis Papa provides expert tips for sun, water, and fire safety for the whole family.

Don't Snooze on This: URochester Reshapes the Science of Sleep Our scientists are leading groundbreaking research into s...
06/25/2026

Don't Snooze on This: URochester Reshapes the Science of Sleep

Our scientists are leading groundbreaking research into sleep’s role in brain health, disease, aging, and overall well-being. Explore how their discoveries are transforming the world’s understanding of one of life’s most essential activities.

URochester’s researchers and clinicians are helping us understand the science of sleep—including how it might be one of the most consequential forces in human health.

Do vibration plates work?Vibration plates are everywhere, from TikTok fitness routines to home workout setups. Conner Lo...
06/25/2026

Do vibration plates work?
Vibration plates are everywhere, from TikTok fitness routines to home workout setups. Conner Lorenzo, director of fitness science at URochester Medicine’s Orthopaedics and Physical Performance, breaks down what these machines can and can’t do for your body.

Vibration plates promise fat loss and recovery—but do they work? Our experts explain the real benefits, risks, and how to use them safely.

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