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Topic: Medicine / John T. Milliken Department

January 30, 2026
Nasal vaccine combats bird flu infection in rodents
Study shows novel vaccine design and delivery protect against H5N1 variants.
News Release
January 29, 2026
Immunotherapy reduces plaque in arteries of mice
Harnessing T cells could expand heart disease therapies beyond lowering cholesterol.
News Release
January 22, 2026
Breath carries clues to gut microbiome health
Findings in children, mice could pave way to new diagnostic tools, faster treatment.
News Release
January 9, 2026
Inflammatory immune cells predict survival, relapse in multiple myeloma
New ‘atlas’ of immune cells in bone marrow cancer lays foundation for more reliable prognosis.
News Release
December 30, 2025
Obituary: Steven L. Teitelbaum, professor of pathology and immunology, 87
Renowned as one of the world’s leading experts in bone metabolism.
Obituaries
December 11, 2025
New Plaza West Tower expands WashU Medicine’s advanced, research-driven heart and vascular care
16-story tower at Barnes-Jewish Hospital increases access to life-saving care and state-of-the-art imaging across the region.
Medical Campus & Community
November 14, 2025
Together, WashU Medicine MD, OT, PT students treat patients at Pro Bono Health Clinic
Student-led clinic delivers much-needed care to uninsured people in the St. Louis area.
Medical Campus & Community
November 4, 2025
Americans trust their doctors, but doubt the system
People’s Voice survey reveals high personal satisfaction — and a call for major reform.
Medical Campus & Community
October 29, 2025
Discovery of viral entry routes into cells points to future prevention, treatment strategies
Decoy molecules to newly identified receptors prevent deadly viral infections in mice.
News Release
October 8, 2025
WashU researchers honored with NIH Director’s Awards
Three investigators recognized by high-risk, high-reward research program.
News Release
September 17, 2025
Novel way to ‘rev up’ brown fat burns calories, limits obesity in mice
Scientists identify alternate way cells produce heat that appears to improve metabolic health.
News Release
September 11, 2025
Innovative approach helps new mothers get hepatitis C treatment
‘Meds to Beds’ model dramatically improves cure rates among postpartum women, study finds.
News Release
September 10, 2025
AI-generated medical data can sidestep usual ethics review, universities say
Source: Nature
September 9, 2025
Microbiome instability linked to poor growth in kids
Study may pave path to diagnose, treat malnutrition.
News Release
August 28, 2025
Cells ‘vomit’ waste to promote healing, mouse study reveals
Newly discovered purging process in gastric cells hints at how injury recovery can go wrong.
News Release
August 22, 2025
Obituary: Stuart A. Kornfeld, professor emeritus of medicine, 88
Renowned hematologist pioneered field of glycobiology, made significant contributions to physician-scientist training.
Obituaries
August 21, 2025
Genetic study suggests ways to catch blood cancer earlier
New understanding of how mutations interact could pave way for early detection, prevention strategies.
News Release
August 20, 2025
Does Diet or Exercise Drive Obesity? New Research Weighs In
Source: Health
August 19, 2025
The world’s deadliest disease
WashU scientists are collaborating to unlock secrets of a millennia-old scourge.
August 4, 2025
Medical Mysteries: Woman who develops colorblindness, diabetes gets rare diagnosis
Source: The Washington Post
July 30, 2025
Immune ‘bouncers’ protect the brain from infection
Mouse study uncovers mast cells’ role as gatekeepers against pathogens.
News Release
July 10, 2025
Hepatitis C treatment is not reaching some at-risk populations
Two studies show disparities in access for children, recently pregnant women .
News Release
June 26, 2025
Region’s first patient receives sickle cell gene therapy
Nebraska patient seeks cure for devastating disease from WashU Medicine pediatric specialists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
News Release, Video
June 24, 2025
Stitziel named scholar-innovator
Cardiologist receives Harrington Discovery Institute award to support the development of breakthrough treatments for heart disease.
Medical Campus & Community, National Leaders