Washington State University

WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine wins 2024 HEED Award for diversity and inclusion, highlighted in Insight Into Diversity’s Nov/Dec 2024 issue. The college’s holistic admissions process recruits diverse cohorts, exceeding national averages in various demographics. Plans include expanding initiatives to promote health equity and collaboration with community partners.

Wheat farmers face challenges from pests, diseases, and climate; biotechnology and innovative breeding techniques are crucial for sustainable food production. Conventional breeding and modern biotechnology aim to improve yield, quality, and efficiency, addressing specific threats without compromising other traits. Farmers support innovation to meet global food needs while respecting regulatory and customer choices.

Analysis of COBALT trial in PBC shows OCA significantly reduces risk of death, liver transplant, and hepatic decompensation compared to non-OCA treated patients, emphasizing the value of external control data in rare disease trials.

Analysis of COBALT trial shows OCA significantly reduces risk of death, liver transplant, and hepatic decompensation in PBC patients compared to non-OCA treated controls, highlighting the importance of external control data in rare disease trials.