News

Filter

Topic: BioMed 21

May 16, 2016
Ding named to committee to oversee NCI genomics data-sharing system
Called Genomic Data Commons, system will allow researchers to share information.
National Leaders
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
April 21, 2016
Class of 2016: Laura VanArendonk Blanton
Studying molecular genetics and genomics, doctoral student worked to understand connection between gut bacteria and malnutrition.
Class Acts
April 7, 2016
Gordon recognized for leading research on human microbiome
Award will aid efforts to understand gut microbiome and its effects on health, disease.
Medical Campus & Community
March 23, 2016
School of Medicine joins exclusive pediatric neuro-oncology consortium
Expands treatment options for children with brain tumors.
Medical Campus & Community
March 8, 2016
Gut microbes linked to deadly intestinal disease in preemies
Findings will help develop new treatments and prevention strategies.
News Release
March 8, 2016
Researchers honored by the American Association for Clinical Chemistry
Mardis, Gronowski, recognized for exceptional service in laboratory medicine.
National Leaders
March 8, 2016
Washington University helping to advance One Health movement in region
Initiative links humans, animals, environment to overall well-being.
Medical Campus & Community
February 23, 2016
Dietary link to stunted growth identified
Study links inadequate intake of amino acids to debilitating condition that affects millions .
News Release
February 20, 2016
Malnutrition and a battle of the microbiota
Source: NPR Science Friday
February 18, 2016
Targeting gut microbes may reverse effects of childhood malnutrition
Healthy microbes, breast milk component suggest new treatment approach, mouse study shows .
News Release
February 1, 2016
Scientists set up labs in newly opened research building
Design brings together investigators from different fields, disciplines on Medical Campus.
Medical Campus & Community
January 21, 2016
The weight loss enemy within: Bacteria
Source: Newsweek
January 14, 2016
Mardis visits White House to discuss cancer research
Co-director of The McDonnell Genome Institute joins other top researchers to discuss challenge to cure cancer.
News Release
January 14, 2016
$60 million to fund study of genetics underlying common diseases
Heart disease, diabetes, stroke, autism and epilepsy are focus of research supported by National Institutes of Health.
News Release
December 22, 2015
Study uncovers inherited genetic susceptibility across 12 cancer types
New finding could help improve the accuracy of existing genetic tests for cancer risk.
News Release
December 14, 2015
Study uncovers hard-to-detect cancer mutations
Findings could help identify patients who would benefit from existing drugs.
News Release
November 17, 2015
Elaine R. Mardis, PhD
Named editor-in-chief of case studies journal.
National Leaders
November 9, 2015
Washington People: Angela L. Brown
Brown has devoted her career to helping patients control their hypertension and to training medical professionals in how to care for such patients.
Washington People
November 9, 2015
Research points to development of single vaccine for Chikungunya, related viruses
Currently there is no vaccine or treatment for Chikungunya or other alphaviruses.
News Release
September 8, 2015
Collaborative visionary
As the science-fiction concepts of his youth became practical realities, Larry Shapiro led a mission-driven enterprise in advancing human health.
Outlook Magazine, Profiles
July 13, 2015
Prone to UTIs? Try these simple dietary changes
Source: NBC Today
July 9, 2015
Four medical students selected as Howard Hughes fellows
Students are among 68 nationwide selected for a year of mentored research training.
Medical Campus & Community, School of Medicine, Video
June 24, 2015
New nanoparticle-based imaging agent
Clinical studies begin on a tiny technology that could help identify patients at high risk of stroke by revealing dangerous plaque in arteries.
Outlook Magazine