UW Medicine Newsroom | June 2, 2026
The findings from this trial could influence a decision by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to approve the drug for alcohol-use disorder, suggested Mark Duncan, MD.
News & Stories
BHSS certifies first three providers, 23 more have pending applications
Department News | May 28, 2026
The UW BHSS Workforce Development Project is a catalyst for developing a bachelor level mental and behavioral provider known as the Behavioral Health Support Specialist, or BHSS.
Four PBSCI faculty receive first Pipeline to Independent Research grants
Department News | May 28, 2026
The department’s Pipeline to Independent Research (P2IR) grants were introduced in early 2026 as a mechanism to support research startups for early career faculty. The first four recipients will receive 50% FTE for two years and $15K per year for allowable expenses.
CSTP awards over $100K in research funding to trainees
Department News | May 28, 2026
We are pleased to announce our fourth year of Trainee Research Awards. Part of the Clinician Scientist Training Program (CSTP), these awards support the development of clinician scientists and provide funding and faculty support for trainees to participate in mentored research.
Dana Dieringer & Monica Strope selected for Rising Leaders program
Department News | May 28, 2026
We’re excited to announce that Dana Dieringer, MD and Monica Strope, MD have both been chosen to join UW School of Medicine’s 2026-2027 Rising Leaders cohort!
May is recognized as Maternal Mental Health Month in Washington
Department News | May 28, 2026
Governor Bob Ferguson signed a proclamation declaring May as Maternal Mental Health Month in Washington state to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage connection to care and support during pregnancy and postpartum.
Sarah Kopelovich receives Beacon Award
Department News | May 28, 2026
Congratulations to Sarah Kopelovich, PhD, who received the Beacon Award at the 2026 Psychosis Care Virtual Conference.
Myra Parker receives Alumni of Impact Award
Department News | May 28, 2026
For her dedication to improving Indigenous public health, Myra Parker, JD, MPH, PhD was named the 2026 Alumni of Impact Awardee, the highest honor given to alumni from the UW School of Public Health.
Ask a Doctor: Ketamine
KUOW | May 27, 2026
Nathan Sackett, MD, MS joins KUOW to talk about ketamine, a substance that is showing up more and more in popular culture.
UW READU research team honored with Academy Health Mosaic Award
UW School of Public Health | May 26, 2026
Tessa Frohe, PhD and colleagues with READU are awarded the prestigious Mosaic Award, honoring their commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and community within health services and policy research.
