Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research

Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research Fueling vital research to improve women’s health

The Ludeman Family Center for Women’s Health Research at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invests in and conducts groundbreaking research in women’s health and s*x differences with a focus on cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Given that research on women’s health was largely not included in studies until the 1990s and has historically been underfunded, the Ludeman Center is dedicated to funding the next generation of women’s health research and mentoring young scientists while educating the community at large.

03/05/2026
03/05/2026
A new  article about the correlation between sleep and weight loss features Ludeman Center researcher and Associate Prof...
03/04/2026

A new article about the correlation between sleep and weight loss features Ludeman Center researcher and Associate Professor of endocrinology, metabolism, and diabetes, Seth Creasy, PhD. “What is less known about sleep and obesity is whether we can change somebody's sleep habits and that helps their diet. The challenge is that a lot of people know that they need to sleep better, but changing the actual sleep behavior is the hard part,” says Dr. Creasy. The researchers are using the Multiphase Optimization Strategy, a research framework designed to systematically test and refine different parts of an intervention and help them identify which components work best, so the final program is effective, efficient, and based on evidence. Read the full article here.

https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/sleep-weight-loss-research

A new study from the University of Cambridge revealed that s*x differences in brain growth are already present in the wo...
03/03/2026

A new study from the University of Cambridge revealed that s*x differences in brain growth are already present in the womb, by the time of mid-pregnancy. The study addresses the age-old question of whether nature plays a role in shaping s*x differences in the brain with a resounding YES! Next steps for these researchers will include further study to determine the potential causes of these observed s*x differences in human brain growth, including a potential role for testosterone and estrogen. Discover more here.

https://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/s*x-differences-in-brain-growth-emerge-in-the-womb-study-finds

The renowned Colorado State University Professor of Animal Biotechnology, Dr. Russ Anthony, recognizes Ludeman Center re...
03/03/2026

The renowned Colorado State University Professor of Animal Biotechnology, Dr. Russ Anthony, recognizes Ludeman Center researcher and professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and its Perinatal Research Center, Paul Rozance, MD, for being a notable contributor during his career. "I enjoy when I can ask physician scientists about the clinical side of things and they can ask me basic science questions," says Dr. Anthony. "Neither of us ever thinks the other is smarter, rather we complement one another.” As he steps into retirement, Dr. Anthony reflects on these critical collaborations that brought meaning to his career and significant scientific breakthroughs for understanding the progression of pregnancy and what regulates fetal growth. He plans to continue working with Dr. Rozance on ongoing active research projects. Read more here.

https://cvmbs.source.colostate.edu/hill-professor-of-animal-biotechnology-retires/

A recent  article reminds us that heart disease is the  #1 killer of Hispanic women, and yet it is largely preventable. ...
02/27/2026

A recent article reminds us that heart disease is the #1 killer of Hispanic women, and yet it is largely preventable. While 6 in 10 White women in the U.S. are aware of common signs of heart attacks, only 3 in 10 Hispanic women are, according to medical experts at the American Heart Association. "Hispanic women often face many social pressures as the heart of their families, which can add to their stress,” says Dr. Raymundo Quintana, a cardiologist at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital. He also comments that "protecting the heart health of Hispanic women safeguards families and future generations". The positive news is that with information and lifestyle changes, heart disease can be prevented. Discover more here, including the UCHealth "Healthy Hearts and Minds" and the "Su Corazon, Su Vida" program.

https://www.uchealth.org/today/heart-disease-no-1-killer-hispanic-women-its-largely-preventable/?utm_campaign=OwnedSocial_UCHealthToday_February_JFMFY26_AW_Engagement&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&fbclid=IwY2xjawQAfFNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeBpsrNg4tdA3UbIiaJ_Z3zayqD2W3Gg6UBz42S-JS7DBCyZuyqwYcjiQaeRM_aem_eWMhA0Gj6NrHzKJJI7u59w

A recent  article discusses how a new pilot grant proposal to the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute...
02/27/2026

A recent article discusses how a new pilot grant proposal to the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) will help advance research on post-concussion sleep problems in adolescent athletes. Working alongside David Howell, PhD, and Julie Wilson, MD, is Ludeman Center researcher and the co-medical director of sleep medicine at Children’s Hospital Colorado, Stacey Simon, PhD, who through this grant were able to challenge existing clinical knowledge regarding how to classify sleep quality disruptions among adolescents with concussion. “This is a win-win for Dr. Howell and his research team as well as the children and families for whom his research is going make an important difference in their lives.”

https://news.cuanschutz.edu/cctsi/pilot-grant-leads-to-advances-in-post-concussion-care

In 2023, Heart Disease led to one in five deaths among females in the U.S, a much deadlier risk than breast cancer. Howe...
02/27/2026

In 2023, Heart Disease led to one in five deaths among females in the U.S, a much deadlier risk than breast cancer. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only 56% of women were aware that heart disease is the leading cause of death for females. This article points out a range of heart disease symptoms that women experience during a heart attack, including symptoms of aching or pain in the upper back, arm, neck and jaw, among other heart disease symptoms can include feeling short of breath, nauseated, sweaty, or very fatigued. Women are more likely to wait to seek medical attention and they often downplay these symptoms. A key message is: act on these symptoms if they occur! Learn more here.

https://abcnews.com/Health/heart-disease-remains-top-threat-women-coming/story?id=129718739

For  , we recognize Ludeman Center researcher Prateeti Khazanie, MD, whose collaborative research investigated why women...
02/25/2026

For , we recognize Ludeman Center researcher Prateeti Khazanie, MD, whose collaborative research investigated why women make up only 15-20% of patients in the US who receive left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). This is imperative research because these devices often improve a patient's quality of life. Her work looks into whether this disparity could be due in part to implicit bias in the social assessment for LVAD candidacy and to develop a more standardized and equitable system for evaluating women and men for advanced heart failure therapies. Learn more here!

https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/center-for-womens-health-research/about-us/-researchers/prateeti-khazanie

For  , we celebrate Ludeman Center researcher, Fabrice Dabertrand PhD, for his contributions to a 2025 paper that made t...
02/24/2026

For , we celebrate Ludeman Center researcher, Fabrice Dabertrand PhD, for his contributions to a 2025 paper that made the front page of@CircRes! The paper is about how healthy brain aging is decisively correlated to cardiovascular function. Dr. Dabertrand is dedicated to through his work that is helping to reduce gaps in the understanding of female cerebrovascular function and drug responsiveness created by historical biases that have favored male experimental models. At his on-campus lab, he is supporting the next generation of early-career researchers through mentorship and scientific collaborations. Learn more about Dr. Dabertrand here.

https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/center-for-womens-health-research/about-us/-researchers/fabrice-dabertrand

During  , we look to the  for important guidelines on heart health that disproportionately impacts women. It is importan...
02/23/2026

During , we look to the for important guidelines on heart health that disproportionately impacts women. It is important that women are treated or their unique life stages of their heart health. To stay connected to your heart, the recommends tracking key health metrics like blood pressure and cholesterol and addressing your personal risk factors to help lower your risk of heart disease later in life. Learn more here.

https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/

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