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Topic: Pathology & Immunology Department

October 4, 2019
Scientists find timekeepers of gut’s immune system
Targeting such cells may lead to treatments for digestive ailments.
News Release
October 1, 2019
Brestoff, Theunissen recognized by NIH for innovative research
Honored with NIH’s High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program awards.
News Release
September 27, 2019
Brestoff receives prestigious medical scientists award
Burroughs Wellcome Fund to support obesity research.
National Leaders
September 17, 2019
Washington People: Gwen Randolph
Immunologist shows that the journey is as important as the destination.
Washington People
September 9, 2019
Use of antibiotics in preemies has lasting, potentially harmful effects
Drug resistance, unhealthy bacteria persist in gut microbiome.
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
August 29, 2019
Arthritis-causing virus hides in body for months after infection
Researchers develop way to ID cells infected with chikungunya.
News Release
August 20, 2019
Why initial UTIs increase susceptibility to further infection
Prior infections can cause lasting changes to bladder’s immune response.
News Release
July 3, 2019
Immune-boosting compound makes immunotherapy effective against pancreatic cancer
Chemical compound extends survival by months, in mice.
News Release
May 15, 2019
Scott receives lifetime achievement award from laboratory medicine society
Recognized for training laboratory medicine professions, improving lab tests.
National Leaders
May 9, 2019
Evangelicals take on artificial intelligence
Source: Wall Street Journal
May 9, 2019
Snapshot of chikungunya could lead to drugs, vaccines for viral arthritis
Researchers create detailed image of virus bound to protein found on cells in joints.
News Release
April 26, 2019
Newfound autoimmune syndrome causes muscle pain, weakness
Rare syndrome can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs.
News Release
April 18, 2019
Flaw in many home pregnancy tests can return false negative results
Test results later in pregnancy may be misleading.
News Release
April 2, 2019
Probing the microbiome
Studies of people and their companion microbes shed light on health and disease.
Outlook Magazine
April 1, 2019
Schreiber elected AACR Academy fellow
Honor recognizes scientists whose contributions have propelled innovation and progress against cancer.
National Leaders
March 26, 2019
Probiotic bacteria evolve inside mice’s GI tracts
Findings suggest effectiveness, safety of probiotic therapies could change over time.
News Release, Video
March 15, 2019
Edelson, White, Yau receive Goldstein awards
Honor recognizes outstanding teaching, commitment to medical education.
Medical Campus & Community
March 6, 2019
Potential new therapy for Crohn’s, colitis identified
Alternative to anti-inflammatory therapies reduces IBD symptoms in mice.
News Release
February 28, 2019
$3.4 million aids effort to make a better flu vaccine
Study aims to understand why not all vaccines generate lifelong immunity.
News Release
February 8, 2019
Dantas honored by microbiology society
Recognized for expertise in antibiotic resistance.
National Leaders
February 4, 2019
Drug target identified for chemotherapy-resistant ovarian, breast cancer
Study finds mimic for BRCA genes that could be targeted to improve treatment.
News Release
February 1, 2019
Cote named head of pathology and immunology
Cancer physician, scientist, entrepreneur plans to build on strong research, clinical programs.
News Release
January 30, 2019
Teitelbaum awarded 2019 King Faisal International Prize in Medicine
Leading expert in bone metabolism honored for work on bone breakdown, osteoporosis.
News Release