Kelly Malcom
Lead Research Communicator
Malcom is a lead research communicator for Michigan Medicine and research communications strategist for the U-M Medical School, with more than 20 years of experience in strategic communications, marketing, and health and science writing. She covers the basic science departments, pulmonary and critical care medicine, infectious disease, pathology and anesthesiology. Contact: [email protected]
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Study Reveals the Gateway to Conscious Awareness
Researchers find out how some sensory information breaks through to conscious experience.
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Body’s Natural Pain Killers Can Be Enhanced
A study in cells and mice finds compound works with fewer side effects than opioids.
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New Algorithm Uses Online Learning for Massive Cell Data Sets
The method enables researchers to analyze millions of cells with the amount of memory found on a standard computer.
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Who Gets a Shot First?
While supplies are limited, experts ponder how to get the COVID-19 vaccines to those who need them most.
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Beth Moore, Ph.D. Appointed Chair of U-M Department of Microbiology & Immunology
The Board of Regents has approved the appointment of Bethany B. Moore, Ph.D., as chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the Medical School, effective April 1, 2021. She had served as interim chair of the department since July 2019.
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Military Microbiologists With a Surprising Connection
Meet the University of Michigan grads on the frontlines of the pandemic working to protect the nation's military.
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Two Proteins Critical for Kidney Function
Pax2 and Pax8, known for their role in embryonic development, also key to urine concentration in adults.
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Leading the Way in Practical Treatment of COVID-19
A Michigan Medicine team has created online guidelines for therapies and practical treatments for COVID-19.
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COVID Vaccines: Does it Matter Which One You Get?
Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson – with more COVID vaccines available, does it matter which one you get? An expert on COVID variants discusses the available vaccines.
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The Alternative to a Doctor’s Office Visit Gains in Popularity During Pandemic
Experts bring virtual care to a diverse range of patients in need.
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Overcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
Vaccine hesitancy is a real issue that could obstruct our ability to get COVID-19 under control. Here, experts provide tips for convincing more people to get vaccinated when they can.
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COVID-19 Variants: What Do New Mutations to SARS-CoV-2 Mean?
Mutations to the Sars-CoV-2 virus are resulting in new variant strains including B.1.1.7. What do these changes mean for efforts to end the COVID-19 pandemic?
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New Technique Identifies Important Mutations Behind Lynch Syndrome
Approach could improve predictive value of genetic screening.
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What Happens After You Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
An immunologist explains how the vaccine trains your immune system to fight the coronavirus.
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What Do New SARS-CoV-2 Mutations Mean?
New coronavirus variants in the U.K. and elsewhere have raised alarms. Michigan expert weighs in.
