Academics

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Making metabolic health a priority

December 1, 2025

UT San Antonio has a bold vision for the future of metabolic health that is reflected in our mission. We strive every day to make lives better for the people of Texas and beyond by bringing the power of science to the bedside, to the community and to the next generation of scientists and physicians.



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Early diabetic kidney disease detection can help prevent irreversible damage

December 1, 2025

Dr. Kumar Sharma’s team at the Center for Precision Medicine is uncovering how high glucose damages kidney cells and leads to diabetic kidney disease.



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Uncovering hidden biology of childhood obesity to target prevention strategies

November 30, 2025

Dr. Lily Dong’s research focuses on the unique biology of childhood obesity, emphasizing that children’s metabolism and fat regulation differ from adults.



Measures of success

Measures of success

November 30, 2025