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The gut sense: Sensory neurobiology and food perception

Oct. 6, 2025

Dr. Maya Kaelberer and her research group focus on understanding how the gut senses and responds to the complex composition of food.

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Anemia drug could have new life in treating nerve injuries

Sept. 26, 2025

BIO5 member John Elfar and colleagues at the University of Arizona found that erythropoietin, a drug used for anemia, may speed healing in nerve crush injuries by boosting repair cells and clearing debris, offering a potential new treatment path

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Navigating muddy waters: What the Gila chub teaches us about the evolving science of taxonomy

Sept. 16, 2025

BIO5 member Jessica Rick is helping shed light on the debate over whether the Gila chub is a distinct species or part of a larger complex, a decision that could reshape conservation protections in the Southwest.

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