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Big News from UAB
I am excited to share a remarkable milestone — for UAB, our health system and organ transplant program, and the world — that represents several extraordinary firsts. This great news will be shared around the world today: A team of our highly skilled and dedicated surgeons successfully transplanted the kidneys from a genetically modified pig into the body of a brain-dead human recipient on Sept. 30.
Read moreFall Semester Update
As student, faculty and staff vaccinations have climbed, and cases of COVID and hospitalizations have dramatically declined, I am increasingly optimistic for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Read moreMessage from President Ray Watts to faculty and staff
We have accomplished so much together these past 18 months. Among the many things we learned during the pandemic is that UAB is a resilient community of amazing people. Still, the idea of entering yet another academic year with heightened uncertainty is daunting.
Read moreMessage from President Ray Watts to students
Entering another school year during a pandemic is frustrating, and each of you plays an essential role in our special, resilient community. While this may not be easy, we can succeed together.
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