Tag: Clinical and Translational Science Center

Intimate relationships are complex, fueled by biology, chemistry, emotions, environment and upbringing. Mixing in alcohol with often-contentious issues such as finances, child rearing or in-laws can be a recipe for violence, according to a University of New Mexico researcher studying the link between alcohol and domestic violence.

The University of New Mexico’s Clinical and Translational Science Center (CTSC) has been awarded a five-year, $23 million grant renewal by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) following a competition in which it received one of the highest scores in the nation, it was announced Friday.

UNM pediatric pulmonary specialist Dr. Hengameh Raissy and her HSC research team are creating a new diagnostic tool that could dramatically improve the care of cystic fibrosis patients.