In a laboratory at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Carbondale, scientists are working quietly but ambitiously toward a future that could change the outlook for families affected by rare neurodevelopmental disorders. At the center of that work is Phil Jensik , PhD, associate professor in the Division of Molecular and Integrative Physiology , who has laid out a multi-year plan to tackle a rare but serious disorder known as DEAF1‑Associated Neurodevelopmental Disorder (DAND). The lab recently received a major boost when the Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation awarded nearly

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.

Public health, policy and medical leaders from across Illinois gathered at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine for the 2025 Illinois Rural and Small-Town Health Summit to address workforce shortages and access challenges in underserved communities.

Public health, policy and medical leaders from across Illinois gathered at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine for the 2025 Illinois Rural and Small-Town Health Summit to address workforce shortages and access challenges in underserved communities.

Public health, policy and medical leaders from across Illinois gathered at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine for the 2025 Illinois Rural and Small-Town Health Summit to address workforce shortages and access challenges in underserved communities.

Public health, policy and medical leaders from across Illinois gathered at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine for the 2025 Illinois Rural and Small-Town Health Summit to address workforce shortages and access challenges in underserved communities.