November 8, 2021

International Alzheimer’s clinical trial to test two drugs in combination

Drugs targeting amyloid, tau to be evaluated together.

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November 5, 2021

Bhayani named director of urologic surgery

Will add to role as chief medical officer of Washington University Physicians.

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November 5, 2021

New strategy against treatment-resistant prostate cancer identified

RNA molecule suppresses prostate tumor growth.

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November 5, 2021

Cancer moonshot grant funds research into reducing health disparities

Will engage patients, survivors in studying rare cancer, tumors affecting African Americans.

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November 4, 2021

A perfect match

As counselor, strategist, cheerleader, data analyst and more, Kathy Diemer, MD, devotes her career to helping students find their best fit.

Outlook Magazine

November 3, 2021

Podcast: Vaccines approved for younger kids

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on the newly announced federal emergency use authorization to vaccinate children ages 5 to 11. Millions of such children could be fully vaccinated by November's end.

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November 3, 2021

Popular heart failure drug no better than older drug in sickest patients

Study suggests older drug may be safer for an advanced form of heart failure.

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November 2, 2021

Enhanced therapeutic foods improve cognition in malnourished children

DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, can improve language, social, motor skills.

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October 29, 2021

$15 million gift to strengthen life science education, research across university

DBBS to be renamed Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences.

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October 28, 2021

Inventive pathways: A research powerhouse becomes an innovation incubator

Turning research discoveries into real-world solutions can mean a decade of challenges. WashU is working to clear the way.

Outlook Magazine

October 26, 2021

Hookworms have potential to protect soldiers from chemical, biological weapons

Grant funds development of ‘living factories’ to produce antibodies, anti-nerve agents.

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October 25, 2021

Glatz to lead pediatric cardiology division

Pediatric cardiologist focused on spectrum of congenital heart disease.

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October 25, 2021

Older people’s resilience during pandemic focus of $9 million grant

Research to explore the effects of social isolation on cognitive, emotional health.

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October 21, 2021

Bridging the COVID-19 funding gap

Donors and faculty members come together to advance critical research.

Outlook Magazine

October 21, 2021

Merck Foundation to fund professorships for early-career physician-scientists

Gift aimed at supporting School of Medicine researchers from populations underrepresented in medicine, biomedical sciences.

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October 21, 2021

Podcast: Remaining resilient while the pandemic drags on

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on how children and adults remain resilient despite the isolation and stresses of the pandemic.

Podcast, Show Me the Science

October 20, 2021

$7.5 million to study elusive cell type important in aging, cancer, other diseases

Elusive senescent cells are subject of new national research consortium.

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October 20, 2021

Hit the sleep ‘sweet spot’ to keep brain sharp

Too little and too much sleep linked to cognitive decline.

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October 18, 2021

Achilefu, Luby elected to National Academy of Medicine

Membership is one of highest U.S. honors in health, medicine.

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October 18, 2021

Drug helps sensory neurons regrow in the mouse central nervous system

Targeting support cells with cholesterol drug could improve recovery after spinal cord injury.

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October 18, 2021

African American breast cancer patients less likely to receive genetic counseling, testing

Studies find physicians are less likely to refer Black women for those services.

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October 18, 2021

Park named Margery Campbell Fort Professor of Neurological Surgery

Recognized for pioneering accomplishments in pediatric neurosurgery.

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