Biomedical Sciences

Making Heads or Tails of Helmet Safety

Making Heads or Tails of Helmet Safety

A new study by NYITCOM researchers explores how helmet design may play a role in limiting concussion severity.

Angel Singh

Student Profile: Angel Singh

Biology major Angel Singh grew up watching her grandmother’s home remedies resolve minor medical complaints. Her curiosity led her to her interest in investigating the connection between ingredients and modern healthcare and ignited her passion to become a physician.

NIH-Funded Research Could Lead to New Drug Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease

Assistant Professor Jole Fiorito, Ph.D., an expert in medicinal chemistry, has secured a three-year grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke that will support research into early-stage drug development to treat Alzheimer’s disease.

Autism Acceptance Month: Promoting Inclusivity

April is Autism Acceptance Month, promoting inclusivity and positivity toward those with autism spectrum disorder. Here we highlight a few members of the New York Tech community who are working to enhance understanding, therapies, and life experiences for those with autism.

Collage of New York Tech faculty and students

Advocates for Women’s Health

Meet eight New York Tech faculty and students who are making strides to improve women’s healthcare.

Empowering Women in STEM

New York Tech celebrates the achievements of six students and faculty who have made strides in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences Gonzalo Otazu, Ph.D.

The Scent of Discovery

New research from the College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) could help explain how the sense of smell is impacted in individuals with autism.

Medical students taking vitals on a dummy

Recognizing American Heart Month

In recognition of American Heart Month, New York Tech News is looking back at select highlights of NYITCOM’s esteemed cardiovascular research, awards, and public education efforts.

New York Tech Assistant Professor Yingtao Zhao

NIH-Funded Research at NYITCOM Could Yield New Brain Disorder Treatments

NYITCOM’s Jerry Zhao, Ph.D., has secured an NIH grant in support of research that could help to deliver new drugs to treat Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and autism spectrum disorder.

NYITCOM-Arkansas Launches New Degree Program

The Masters of Sciences in Biomedical Sciences program’s focus on research improves students’ candidacy for medical school or a career in biomedical science.