Reeve-Irvine Research Center director appointed to California's stem cell research oversight commission

Oswald Steward, a leading researcher in nerve cell regeneration, joins 29-member commission

Irvine, Calif., December 13, 2004
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=1247

UCI researchers use human embryonic stem cells to create new nerve insulation tissue that can aid spinal cord repair

Discovery shows stem cell-derived 'insulation' cells growing and functioning in a living system

Irvine, Calif, November 22, 2004
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=1242

UCI orthopaedic surgeon to lead research effort to find carpal tunnel syndrome cure

Dr. Ranjan Gupta, assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery in the UC Irvine College of Medicine, has received a $1.7 million research grant from the National Institutes of Health to help find a cure for carpal tunnel syndrome and other chronic nerve-compression injuries.

Irvine, Calif., September 15, 2004
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=1213

Human cloning

Following is a list of UC Irvine experts who can comment on issues relating to human cloning and stem-cell research.

June 2004
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/tipsheet_detail.asp?key=29

Media Advisory: From robotic fish to religious bumper stickers, conference spotlights Southern California undergraduate research

The 11th annual Southern California Conference on Undergraduate Research is being hosted for the first time by UC Irvine's Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. More than 550 students representing 90 institutions will present their faculty-mentored undergraduate research, scholarly projects and creative activities.

Saturday, November 22, 2003 http://www.today.uci.edu/news/media_advisory_detail.asp?key=172

Blocking immune response to spinal cord injury can improve chances for recovery

UCI researchers develop antibodies that lessen the severity of spinal cord injury

Irvine, Calif., November 13, 2003
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=1058

Reeve-Irvine spinal cord center receives multi-million dollar grant to help propel major discoveries

In a new initiative, NIH selects center to validate breaking research as it becomes available to scientific community

Irvine, Calif., March 4, 2003
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=977

Nerve tissue damage related to multiple sclerosis can be repaired, UC Irvine scientists find

Discovery may lead to possible human therapies for debilitating nervous system disease

Irvine, Calif., October 1, 2001
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=538

UC Irvine names prominent neuroscientist Oswald Steward to Reeve-Irvine Chair in Spinal Cord Injury Research

Neuroscientist will direct research center's efforts to find treatments for paralysis, central nervous system disorders

Irvine, Calif., March 1, 1999
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=650

UC Irvine receives record amount of private support

Private support to UC Irvine reached an all-time high of $49.5 million in fiscal year 1998-99, a 27.6 percent increase over the previous year and more than double the amount received five years ago.

Irvine, Calif., September 7, 1999
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=741

UC Irvine receives major gift from Robert and Margaret Sprague for next building at Irvine Biomedical Research Center

Gift to help build laboratories focusing on genetics of cancer

Irvine, Calif., January 12, 1999
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=620

UC Irvine's 1998 Christopher Reeve Research Medal awarded to prominent spinal cord injury scientist

Dennis W. Choi, a researcher at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has been awarded UC Irvine's third annual Christopher Reeve Research Medal for his contributions and accomplishments in spinal cord injury research.

Irvine, Calif., November 18, 1998
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=596

UC Irvine bestows prestigious new honor on Arnold Beckman, Donald Bren and Joan Irvine Smith

The three are named UCI Foundation `Trustees Emeriti' for their extraordinary support

Irvine, Calif., April 21, 1998
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=442

Changes in scenery, new programs to greet UC Irvine's 17,211-member student body

Fall instruction begins Friday, Sept. 26

Irvine, Calif., September 23, 1997
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=375

1997 Christopher Reeve Research Medal awarded to Salk Institute neuroscientist Fred H. Gage

Award Includes $50,000 Prize Donated by Philanthropist Joan Irvine Smith

Irvine, Calif., September 14, 1997
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=389

Christopher Reeve, Joan Irvine Smith to preside over annual Oaks International fund-raiser

Proceeds from Sept. 14 Equestrian Event to Benefit Reeve-Irvine Research Center at UC Irvine College of Medicine

Irvine, Calif., September 8, 1997
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=393

Backgrounder: William J. Gillespie Neuroscience Research Facility--UC Irvine to dedicate major Neuroscience Research Facility

Philanthropist William J. Gillespie to be Honored at Ceremony Attended by Christopher Reeve, Joan Irvine Smith, Other Dignitaries

Irvine, Calif., September 4, 1997
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=398

NeoTherapeutics Fellowship established at UC Irvine's Reeve-Irvine Research Center

Research will develop new products for treatment of spinal cord injuries

Irvine, Calif., April 30, 1997
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=293

Weekend Events Raise Nearly $500,000 For Reeve-Irvine Research Center At University Of California, Irvine

In two related weekend events featuring widely diverse activities -- from Robin Williams joking with Joan Rivers to an award ceremony for a pioneering neuroscientist -- nearly $500,000 was raised to help establish the Reeve-Irvine Research Center for spinal cord injury at the University of California, Irvine College of Medicine

Irvine, Calif., September 16, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=223

Swiss Neuroscientist Martin E. Schwab Wins First-Ever Christopher Reeve Research Medal

Award Presented During Fund-Raising Equestrian Event for the New UCI Reeve-Irvine Research Center for Spinal Cord Injuries

San Juan Capistrano, Calif., September 15, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=224

UCI's New Reeve-Irvine Research Center Will Put University At Forefront Of Battle Against Spinal Cord Injuries

The New Center Will Complement the Nationally Recognized Neuroscience Research Already Being Conducted at UCI

Irvine, Calif., September 14, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=225

Private Support At UCI Jumps Dramatically For FY 1995-96

Spurred by several major donations to support health science research programs at UC Irvine, private support to UCI for fiscal year 1995-96 totaled $25.6 million, an 18 percent increase over last year.

Irvine, Calif., September 12, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=229

Events to Benefit Reeve-Irvine Research Center at UCI

The second annual PageNet Spinal Victory National Golf Challenge will take place Monday, March 11, at the Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach.

Irvine, Calif., February 20, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=160

Christopher Reeve, Joan Irvine Smith, UC Irvine And American Paralysis Association To Develop Spinal Cord Research Program

Proposed Reeve-Irvine Research Center a Prototype for Spinal Cord Research Nationwide

Irvine, Calif., January 10, 1996
http://www.today.uci.edu/news/release_detail.asp?key=141