Opinion

Tuesday, March 15, 2016 - 14:08

Good Intentions Can't Hide Bad Science

By Alexandra Cleme...
It's bad when a philanthropic organization uses bad science to justify their means, but it's dangerous when bad science misdirects policy. I’m sure many good people work in the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. I’m sure there was good will, but good reasoning was nowhere to be found when the image above was posted on their Facebook page.
Thursday, March 10, 2016 - 14:09

Muni Money, Maybe?

By Ray

It is without a doubt that paying rent in San Francisco is one of the most insane things a graduate student is asked to do. San Francisco stands out as one of the most expensive cities in the country.

Thursday, February 25, 2016 - 15:13

UCSF: Under Construction… So Forever?

By Ray

I don’t remember what our little patch of grass haven looked like, but I do know that the last time I saw it, at least I could breathe.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016 - 14:46

When Patients Refuse Best Treatment

By Anna Nonaka and...

Editor’s Note: In the field of health science, we may sometimes encounter people and patients whose beliefs conflict with our own, or situations may arise that test our moral compass.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 - 10:46

Sugary Drinks Bill Illustrates Policy InAction

By Nicole Croom

A murder took place in the California Senate. The perpetrators have not been charged; in fact, they continue to return to the scene of the crime.

Friday, January 8, 2016 - 08:23

Mama M: Loving Ain't Easy

By Mama M
Dear Mama M, My boyfriend and I started a long-distance relationship when I left for school and we currently live on opposite sides of the country. It's been really tough to maintain this relationship over the past year, and we're looking at continued separation for the rest of my time in medical school. I love him, but I don't know how long I can keep doing this.
Thursday, December 17, 2015 - 13:42

Is Banning Sugary Drinks Worthwhile?

By Manu Venkat

“Here’s something wholesome and delicious for you to enjoy,” a smiling nurse says in a vintage Coca-Cola magazine ad. “Coca-Cola is served as a beverage in leading hospitals,” boasts another ad from the same period.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015 - 11:03

Turning Scientists into Investment Analysts

By Lauren Shields

EVEXIA BioFund has continued to grow since its inception in April 2014, now including 65 members and managing a portfolio of $112,319. As previously profiled by Synapse, UCSF Biomedical science graduate students T.J.

Tuesday, December 1, 2015 - 08:39

The Asclepius Effect: UCSF Aims at Carbon Neutrality

By Alex Schrobenha...

As many of us return from or look forward to holiday breaks with family — joyous, frustrating or difficult though they may be — there is also a larger family meeting we as healthcare professionals and Earth inhabitants should be taking part in: th

Thursday, November 19, 2015 - 13:35

Throwback Thursday: Women Ahead of Their Time

By Nhat Bui

On this day 23 years ago, Synapse featured master’s and doctoral nursing students receiving prestigious research awards, scholarships and recognition for their studies and exemplar work in the field of nursing.