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Topic: Biochemistry & Molecular Biophysics Department

December 15, 2020
Garcia to head Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics
Renowned biochemist known for contributions to field of epigenetics.
News Release
November 10, 2020
Making cancer cells more susceptible to dying
Findings could aid anti-tumor drug development.
News Release
July 28, 2020
Podcast: Folding@home enlists computers to ID COVID-19 treatment targets
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' highlights an effort led by Washington University scientists to use computing power from around the world to identify vulnerabilities in the coronavirus.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
June 25, 2020
Folding@home’s fight against COVID-19 enlists big tech, gamers, pro soccer
Over 4 million computers worldwide aiding coronavirus research.
News Release, Video
June 2, 2020
Podcast: Addressing rumors, conspiracy theories related to coronavirus
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on social media, unfounded rumors and conspiracies.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
March 26, 2020
Pagliarini named BJC investigator
Metabolism expert known for work on the powerhouses of the cell.
News Release
March 19, 2020
Crowdsourced supercomputing project sets sights on coronavirus
Folding@home targets COVID-19, number of volunteer ‘folders’ skyrockets.
News Release, Video
December 14, 2019
Collective power
Through a crowdsourced network, Greg Bowman seeks cures for diseases — including his own.
Outlook Magazine
November 21, 2019
Scientists unravel mysteries of cells’ whiplike extensions
Describing the structure of cilia opens doors to understanding range of diseases.
News Release
September 3, 2019
Zika diagnostic test granted market authorization by FDA
Test based on Washington University research can detect signs of Zika infection in serum.
News Release
February 26, 2019
Bowman leading international supercomputing project
Crowd-sourced computer network delves into protein structure, seeks new disease therapies.
Medical Campus & Community, Video
March 7, 2018
Decoy molecules target E. coli to treat UTI in mice
Sugar-based compounds could lead to ways to bypass antibiotic resistance.
News Release
March 5, 2018
Academy of Science-St. Louis honors three university researchers
Kornfeld to receive lifetime achievement award.
Medical Campus & Community
January 16, 2018
Obituary: John Majors, emeritus professor of biochemistry, molecular biophysics, 69
Molecular biologist was committed to mentorship, training.
Obituaries
November 16, 2017
Cutting NIH budget could cripple drug development
More than 95 percent of new drugs developed with NIH support.
News Release
June 30, 2017
New clues found to common respiratory virus
Discovery provides potential target for vaccines, treatments.
News Release
May 26, 2017
Battlefield to bedside
High-intensity military medicine spurs innovations for civilians, too.
Outlook Magazine
January 9, 2017
Key drivers
Investments in basic science are fundamental to biomedical discovery.
Outlook Magazine
December 14, 2016
Novel approach shows promise against UTIs
Small molecules block bacteria from attaching to, infecting bladder.
News Release
December 12, 2016
Cori Nobel Prize medals donated to Washington University
Medals on display in Becker Medical Library.
News Release, Video
April 27, 2016
Doctors recommend prescribing fewer opioids after surgery
Anesthesiologist and surgeon suggest new approaches to pain medications for surgery patients.
News Release
April 21, 2016
New center aims to fill void in drug development
Center for Drug Discovery will focus on unmet needs in public health .
News Release
March 10, 2016
Achilefu named inaugural Michel M. Ter-Pogossian Professor of Radiology
Research includes developing technologies that help surgeons see cancer cells .
News Release
February 2, 2016
New cancer weapon: nanoparticle made from calcium carbonate in antacid tablets
Novel nanoparticle made of common mineral may help keep tumor growth at bay.
News Release, Video