Jacob Harney, PhD,  News Researcher—

Jake received his undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and his graduate degrees from the University of Florida, where he majored in reproductive physiology. He spent 26 years in higher education teaching, conducting biomedical research and serving in administration. He's received two university teaching awards, a graduate research mentorship award, two student government association leadership awards, and has served as the principal investigator on two National Science Foundation teacher/scholar mentorship grants.

Articles by Jacob Harney

May 5, 2025 News by Jacob Harney, PhD

Awareness Month to focus on personal experiences, connections

Personal stories, community connections, and encouraging videos will be among the highlights as patients, doctors, researchers, and advocates recognize International Vasculitis Day on May 15 and the rest of Vasculitis Awareness Month. Vasculitis is a group of rare autoimmune diseases characterized by inflammation and damage to blood vessels. Most…

May 1, 2024 News by Jacob Harney, PhD

Vasculitis Awareness Month aims to put focus on community voices

May will be an activity-filled month for people living with vasculitis — and for doctors, researchers, and advocates in the field — as the world recognizes Vasculitis Awareness Month (VAM), and International Vasculitis Day on May 15. Vasculitis is a group of rare autoimmune diseases characterized by inflammation and damage…

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