WABC-TV (New York, NY)
Felicia Pasadyn, a student at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, has been named the 'Fred Lebow Runner of the Year' by the New York Road Runners. Pasadyn, who balances her medical studies with elite running, qualified for the Olympic marathon trials after finishing as the 14th overall female at the TCS NYC marathon. This is her second time qualifying for Olympic trials, the first being in swimming. She attributes her success in both athletics and academics to having concrete goals, building momentum, and maintaining a low-stress, intentional schedule.
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2/11/2026
Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
A study led by NYU Langone Health researchers found that an enlarged choroid plexus in patients with long COVID tracks with blood markers for Alzheimer’s disease and greater cognitive decline. The research discovered that these patients had a 10% larger choroid plexus than those who fully recovered from COVID-19. Yulin Ge, MD, professor in the Department of Radiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, suggests the changes may be an early warning sign of future cognitive issues. Co-senior study author Thomas Wisniewski, MD, the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman professor in the department of neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and director of the Center for Cognitive Neurology at NYU Langone Health, stated that a larger, long-term study is needed.
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2/11/2026
The Daily Mirror
Scientists at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and NYU Langone's Perlmutter Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Center have identified a gene, HOXD13, that drives melanoma growth and allows tumors to evade the immune system. The study found the gene suppresses the T cell response needed to fight the cancer, enabling it to spread. According to lead investigator Pietro Berico, a postdoctoral research fellow at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and NYU Langone's Perlmutter Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Center, the findings provide new evidence of HOXD13's role. Eva Hernando-Monge, PhD, a professor in the Department of Pathology and a senior investigator, noted that clinical trials are already underway to evaluate inhibitor medications.
2/12/2026
Flow Space
Research finds women are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR, which lowers their survival rate from cardiac arrest. Harmony R. Reynolds, MD, the Joel E. and Joan L. Smilow Professor of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology and associate director of the Cardiovascular Clinical Research Center at NYU Langone, stresses the importance of performing CPR despite any hesitation. She notes that since most cardiac emergencies occur at home, learning the technique is vital. Reynolds advises placing the heel of one hand on the center of the breastbone, covering it with the other, and pressing hard and fast until paramedics arrive.
2/12/2026
FOX 5 Health News
Rabia De Latour, MD, gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, discussed New York City's first measles case of the year, involving an unvaccinated child who had traveled internationally. She emphasized the virus's extreme contagiousness, noting it can linger in the air for up to two hours and that the best protection is the MMR vaccine. Dr. De Latour also addressed the alarming rise in early-onset colorectal cancer, highlighted by the death of actor James Van Der Beek. She explained that while 90% of cases are in people over 50, rates are increasing in younger cohorts. She attributed this trend to environmental factors like ultra-processed foods, microplastics, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle.
2/12/2026
NJ.com
Jacques H Hacquebord, MD, an orthopedic hand surgeon and chief of the Division of Hand Surgery at NYU Langone Health, commented on the six-week recovery timeline for Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor following hamate bone surgery. He stated that while the timeline is not unreasonable for a professional athlete, it is 'pushing it.' Hacquebord explained that the main issue is the healing of the incision in the palm, which could still be sensitive and affect Lindor's ability to hold a bat and play comfortably. He suggested it might take eight to ten weeks for Lindor to return to 100 percent strength.
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2/12/2026
National Geographic
New research published in *Neuron* suggests that the brain plays a more significant role than muscles in getting stronger. The study found that in mice, increased activity in the ventromedial hypothalamus was necessary for building endurance from treadmill training. When these brain cells were blocked after exercise, the mice failed to improve. Commenting on the findings, Dayu Lin, PhD, a neuroscientist at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted the importance of considering the results from a non-human perspective, questioning if mice exercise voluntarily or if their running is a stress response.
2/12/2026
Eurasia Review
NYU researchers have identified a distinct gut bacteria signature in children with Crohn’s disease that differs from those with other gastrointestinal conditions. Published in *Physiological Reports*, the study found Crohn's patients have more pro-inflammatory and less protective bacteria. Deepak Saxena, professor of molecular pathobiology and director of research innovation and entrepreneurship at NYU College of Dentistry, stated that the findings could lead to microbiome-targeted treatments. Senior author Leonardo Trasande, the Jim G. Hendrick, MD Professor of Pediatrics in NYU Langone's Department of Pediatrics, and director of the Division of Environmental Pediatrics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, added that future studies must incorporate environmental factors.
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2/13/2026
Becker's Spine Review
Spine and orthopedic leaders report that administrative resistance from payers is the greatest source of friction in their practices, citing prior authorizations, reimbursement cuts, and rising operational costs. Joseph A. Bosco, III, MD, the Victor H. Frankel, MD, PhD Professor and vice chair of Clinical Affairs, Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone, identifies the conflict between innovation and value as the biggest area of friction. He states that while surgeons are motivated by cutting-edge care, they must also be responsible stewards of medical economics and justify the added costs of new treatments with improved outcomes, a departure from past practices.
2/12/2026
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UroToday
A panel of multidisciplinary experts, including Stacy Loeb, MD, professor in the Departments of Urology and Population Health at NYU Langone Health, met to discuss current controversies and advances in prostate cancer care. The discussion covered biomarker-guided assessment, imaging, and systemic therapy, outlining priority evidence gaps that must be addressed to optimize individualized patient care. Key topics included the use of genomic biomarkers, managing biochemical recurrence, and new therapies for metastatic disease. The panel emphasized the need for ongoing research to refine risk-based treatment, therapy sequencing, and survivorship care.
2/12/2026
Harper's Bazaar (UK)
An article details the Ezra scan, a full-body MRI screening service for the early detection of cancer and diseases, co-founded by Daniel K. Sodickson, MD, PhD, vice chair for research in the Department of Radiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. The service, which began in New York City in 2019, has expanded to multiple cities in England and Scotland. The author describes their personal experience with the scan, the process involved, and the follow-up consultation, positioning it as a worthwhile investment for proactive health management despite the cost.
2/12/2026
The State - NYT News Service/Syndicate Stories
Heating systems strip moisture from indoor air during winter, which can cause irritated skin, parched throats, and dry nasal cavities, according to Erich Voigt, MD, director, Division of General Otolaryngology and Sleep Surgery at NYU Langone Health. He suggests that using a humidifier can provide modest relief for these symptoms. Dr. Voigt notes that the effects of dry air are most commonly felt in the throat and nasal cavity, potentially leading to nosebleeds. He also explains that babies are particularly vulnerable as dry air affects their mucous and they cannot voluntarily cough.
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2/10/2026
Popular Science
The article explores the history of head transplant experiments and the ongoing ethical debate. Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, argues the procedure is impossible, primarily because there is no medical method for fusing spinal cords, which would result in paralysis. He also raises ethical concerns, stating a recipient would be overwhelmed by sensory inputs from a new body. Caplan notes that personal identity is not confined to the head, as the brain is deeply integrated with the body's entire perception system.
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