Medicine and Dentistry
Immunology, neuroscience or oncology: the Faculty of Medicine conducts innovative research in the basic subjects, clinical application, precision medicine and healthcare provision.
University Medicine Zurich
In the University Medicine Zurich (UMZH) network, researchers from UZH, ETH and the university hospitals (University Hospital Zurich, University Children's Hospital Zurich, Balgrist University Hospital and University Hospital of Psychiatry Zurich) work together across disciplines to better understand diseases and develop new, innovative therapies and treatments. One of the research priorities is precision medicine, with a focus on oncology.
University Medicine Zurich
News From Our Research
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HPV Vaccination Uptake in Adults Shaped by Knowledge and Medical Advice
Approximately one in four adults in Switzerland has been vaccinated against the human papillomavirus. A study explores the key factors influencing
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Start School Later, Sleep Longer, Learn Better
On school days, adolescents are chronically sleep-deprived. A new study reveals that a flexible starting time can improve their sleep quality, health
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Starving Emotions into Submission
Nutrition psychiatrist Patrick Pasi treats patients with eating disorders and explores new therapeutic methods at the USZ Eating Disorders Center.
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New AI Tool Improves Treatment of Cancer Patients after Heart Attack
Researchers have developed an AI-based risk prediction model that combines cancer-related and traditional cardiovascular factors.
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Muons and Childhood Cancer
The University of Zurich has been chosen to host two new National Centers of Competence in Research, for childhood cancer diagnostics and treatment
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The World Is Getting Fatter
We eat too much and move too little. Physiologist Thomas Lutz and obesity specialist Philipp Gerber know how overweight people can get back on track.
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The Habits of Healthy Eating
Our eating habits are often unhealthy and take a long time to change. Psychologist Sebastian Bürgler and nutrition scientist Sabine Rohrmann explore
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