BALTIMORE, Md., July 8 -- The Uniformed Services University issued the following news release:

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) and the United Kingdom's (UK) Defence Medical Command have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) July 2 in London to expand collaboration in military medical education, research, training, and professional development, reinforcing the long-standing partnership between two of the world's closest military allies.

USU President Jonathan Woodson, MD, MSS, FACS, and Air Marshal Clare Walton, Chief of Defence Medical for the UK, signed the agreement, which establishes a framework for increased academic collaboration and creates new opportunities for eligible UK military medical person...