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Seeing what others can’t: Dr. Pedram Hamrah’s quest to transform chronic eye pain treatment

Seeing what others can’t: Dr. Pedram Hamrah’s quest to transform chronic eye pain treatment

Through groundbreaking discoveries in corneal nerve and immune function, Dr. Pedram Hamrah is transforming the future of chronic eye pain diagnosis and treatment.

USF researchers develop living heart valves that could reduce repeated surgeries for children

USF researchers develop living heart valves that could reduce repeated surgeries for children

At just 4 years old, Meadow Boes has already undergone three major heart surgeries. Now, inspired by children like Meadow, USF researchers are developing living heart valves designed to integrate with the body and adapt as patients grow – potentially reducing the need for repeated surgeries.

A new hope for dogs with dementia: USF Health researchers explore gene therapy

A new hope for dogs with dementia: USF Health researchers explore gene therapy

Aging dogs can experience a form of dementia that leaves them confused, disoriented and lost – with few treatment options available. USF Health researchers are exploring a gene therapy that could slow the progression of canine cognitive decline while potentially offering new insights into Alzheimer’s disease in humans.