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January 11, 2023
Study reveals obesity-related trigger that can lead to diabetes
Many with elevated insulin levels also have defects in an enzyme key to fatty acid processing .
News Release
December 21, 2022
Podcast: Brain-related issues can linger after patients recover from COVID-19
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' discusses one of the most common problems associated with long COVID-19.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
December 13, 2022
Coaching program strengthens research integrity on national scale
One-of-a-kind bioethics program provides career-saving training.
Outlook Magazine
December 9, 2022
WashU’s nasal COVID-19 vaccine approved for use as booster in India
Many more people now eligible for vaccine delivered via nose drops.
News Release
December 7, 2022
Some forms of childhood malnutrition, stunting may be preventable with vaccines
In mice, vaccination prevents gut damage linked to toxin from diarrhea-causing bacteria.
News Release
December 7, 2022
Evidence of autoimmunity’s origins uncovered via new approach
Study opens pathway to better diagnosis, treatment of autoimmune diseases.
News Release
December 5, 2022
Immunotherapy eliminates disease-causing cells in mice with MS-like disease
Successful cancer treatment approach extended to autoimmune disease.
News Release
November 22, 2022
Lee to lead pulmonary & critical care division
Pulmonologist specializes in body’s response to lung infections.
News Release
November 18, 2022
Hospitalists play key role in orchestrating bedside care
Specialists ensure better outcomes both in and beyond the hospital.
Outlook Magazine
November 17, 2022
Pediatric Center of Excellence in Nephrology established with NIH funding
WashU center’s researchers to create maps showing genetic details of normal and diseased kidneys.
News Release
November 10, 2022
Repeat COVID-19 infections increase risk of organ failure, death
Researchers recommend masks, vaccines, vigilance to prevent reinfection.
News Release
October 27, 2022
American College of Physicians recognizes 3 faculty members
DiPersio, McGill, Ross honored for outstanding contributions to internal medicine.
National Leaders
October 19, 2022
Podcast: Updated boosters and progress toward a nasal vaccine
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' details the nasal vaccine developed by WashU Medicine scientists; plus, new mRNA vaccine boosters as cold weather approaches.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
October 11, 2022
$9 million to fund study of ‘jumping genes’ in Alzheimer’s
Researchers from several labs to study role of transposable elements.
News Release
September 30, 2022
Risk of Alzheimer’s dementia may be predicted with help of new tool
Demographic data, imaging results, biomarkers of study participants help determine risk.
News Release
September 22, 2022
COVID-19 infections increase risk of long-term brain problems
Strokes, seizures, memory and movement disorders among problems that develop in first year after infection.
News Release
September 16, 2022
Parker-Oliver named to chair in palliative medicine and supportive care
Kodner chair created with gift from Anne and John McDonnell.
News Release
September 7, 2022
Nasal COVID-19 vaccine approved in India based on Washington University technology
Inhaled vaccine may reduce infection, transmission.
News Release
September 2, 2022
Low testosterone may increase risk of COVID-19 hospitalization for men
Boosting testosterone in men with low levels may reduce serious illness.
News Release
August 31, 2022
Drug combo therapy in mice blocks drug resistance, halts tumor growth
May lead to better treatments for deadliest form of lung cancer.
News Release
August 18, 2022
Atkinson receives faculty achievement award
Atkinson, Adia Harvey Wingfield chosen for faculty honors.
Medical Campus & Community
August 12, 2022
Sweitzer named vice chair of clinical research in medicine
Will serve as director of clinical research in cardiology.
Medical Campus & Community
August 9, 2022
Experimental drug reduces risk of death from blood vessel rupture in mice
Could lead to therapies for people at risk of sudden rupture due to abdominal aortic aneurysm.
News Release
August 3, 2022
Podcast: New COVID-19 variants causing re-infections
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on easily transmissible variants causing another wave of COVID-19 infections.
Podcast, Show Me the Science