A clinical trial at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is allowing kidney transplant patients to live without daily anti-rejection medication. This development could improve the quality of life for many patients who typically depend on these drugs after surgery.
The Wisconsin Idea Database, a project that tracks UW–Madison’s outreach, shows that the university has an impact across all 72 counties in Wisconsin. The data points to benefits in education, community engagement, health care, and workforce development throughout the state.
In another initiative addressing health care needs, Shane Hoffman is set to become the first graduate of an accelerated program at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. The program aims to reduce training time for doctors planning to serve rural areas in Wisconsin.
A student recently chose UW–Madison over offers from 15 other top colleges. She cited “UW–Madison’s world-class reputation, the friendliness of the campus community and a financial aid offer she couldn’t refuse” as key factors in her decision.
