Germán Vega and Juan Faya receive the UDEP Young Researcher Award 2025

Professors Faya Castillo, from the Faculty of Medicine; and Vega Acuña from Economic and Business Sciences at UDEP, both under 35 years old, received recognition for their research work.

They develop pig embryos with hearts formed from human cells

An unprecedented scientific breakthrough opens new doors in regenerative medicine, but also raises serious ethical questions about the limits of modern biotechnology.

UDEP and Fetal Medicine Barcelona promote postgraduate studies in fetal medicine

The strategic collaboration and commitment between Fetal Medicine Barcelona (FMB) and the University of Piura (UDEP) is reaffirmed in a series of institutional visits within the framework of the International Postgraduate Program in Fetal Medicine.

First graduating class of Medicine students completes the SERUMS stage

Twenty-two graduates from the first class of the Faculty of Human Medicine at UDEP have completed the Rural and Marginal Urban Health Service, a key stage in their medical training and social commitment.

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Obesity and diabetes: a dangerous combination

Obesity is not just an aesthetic issue, but a direct risk factor for diseases such as type 2 diabetes.

Faculty of Human Medicine promotes the "Healthy Minds" course for teachers

The Faculty of Human Medicine at UDEP is organizing the "Healthy Minds" course aimed at school educators and institutional collaborators, with the goal of strengthening their mental health, stress management, and resilience.

Medical intern participated in an international conference in the U.S.

Nair Javier Murillo presented research on multiple sclerosis at the annual congress of the American Academy of Neurology, held from April 6 to 10 in San Diego, United States.

The Faculty of Human Medicine at UDEP participates in the Nafsa Expo-Fair 2025

The University of Piura participated in the NAFSA 2025 higher education convention, one of the most important in the world. The event brought together more than 10,000 attendees from 100 countries.

CUA students complete clinical and community activities at UDEP

From May 13 to 23, nine students from the Catholic University of America carried out an academic stay at Campus Lima, combining practical activities in Psychology and Human Medicine with a clinical and community focus.

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Safety of stem cell therapy for Parkinson's

A promising step forward in the search for greater safety and efficacy. Although further clinical trials are needed to demonstrate the effectiveness of these therapies, brain transplantation of dopamine-releasing neurons represents a promising treatment.

Medical professor participates in international workshop on Structural Biology

Professor Arturo Gonzales participated in the Structural Biology 2.0 workshop, organized by the Institut Pasteur of Montevideo (Uruguay), from April 21 to 30.

Students from the Catholic University of America begin a program at UDEP

Nine students from the Catholic University of America, in the United States, are participating in an academic cooperation program at Campus Lima, which combines clinical practices, mental health and cultural activities.

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High blood pressure: timely detection and control to save lives

High blood pressure is considered by many experts to be the greatest cardiovascular risk factor. Cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of death in Peru, and high blood pressure plays a key role in their development.

COMAEM visits the Faculty of Human Medicine at a key stage for its accreditation

From April 9 to 11, the Faculty of Human Medicine of the University of Piura received the official visit of the evaluators of the Mexican Council for the Accreditation of Medical Education (COMAEM).

Medical students completed internships at centers in Spain and Peru

Seven students from the Faculty of Human Medicine at UDEP participated in the 2024-II Student Mobility Program, promoted by the Interinstitutional Relations and Internationalization Unit of this faculty.

UDEP awards teachers for implementing internationalization initiatives

The recognition was for Laura Albornoz (Faculty of Humanities), and Julio Valladares (Medicine-Language Center), for implementing internationalization actions in the classroom.