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April 25, 2023
Drug for rare form of ALS, based in part on WashU research, approved by FDA
Washington University neurologist led international trials of the drug, tofersen.
News Release, Video
April 25, 2023
COVID-19 vaccine appears more effective if received around midday
Circadian rhythm may help determine when a vaccine offers the most protection.
News Release
April 17, 2023
Investigational drug may improve stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma patients
If approved, drug could change standard care.
News Release
April 13, 2023
Grant supports training physician-scientists in cancer research
Funding aims to increase number of physicians driving innovative research in oncology.
Medical Campus & Community, News Release
March 31, 2023
Jumping genes in cancer cells open door to new immunotherapies
Analysis of 33 tumor types identifies new immunotherapy targets.
News Release
March 28, 2023
Anesthesiology Control Tower helps detect emergencies before they arise
Remote team and machine learning help anesthesia clinicians head off and troubleshoot rare but potentially life-threatening events.
Outlook Magazine
March 22, 2023
Multiple substance use disorders may share inherited genetic signature
Findings could lead to universal therapies for alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioid addictions.
News Release
March 21, 2023
Knight Alzheimer Disease Research Center is increasing equity for African Americans
The WashU center has become a national model for building relationships and boosting diversity in clinical trials.
Outlook Magazine
March 21, 2023
Link named oncology division director
Leukemia specialist is leader in research, patient care.
News Release
March 14, 2023
Imaging tech produces real-time 3D maps of uterine contractions during labor
Noninvasive technique could shed light on preterm birth.
News Release, Video
March 10, 2023
A scientific grand slam
WashU Med researchers publish in NEJM, JAMA, Nature, Science – all in a week’s time.
Medical Campus & Community
March 8, 2023
Discovery of T cells’ role in Alzheimer’s, related diseases, suggests new treatment strategy
Findings, in mice, open up drug development possibilities for brain diseases linked to tau protein.
News Release
March 8, 2023
Two-pronged immunotherapy eliminates metastatic breast cancer in mice
Suggests a new approach for treating breast cancers that have spread to bone.
News Release
March 7, 2023
Solnica-Krezel honored for contributions to developmental biology
Scientist to receive Conklin Medal for work in vertebrate embryonic development.
National Leaders
March 7, 2023
Long Covid patients more likely to have gastrointestinal problems, study finds
Source: New York Times
March 2, 2023
Mitreva elected to American Academy of Microbiology
Recognized for research in neglected tropical diseases, human microbiome.
National Leaders
March 2, 2023
Possible treatment strategy identified for bone marrow failure syndrome
Researchers working with pharma collaborations to develop better treatments.
News Release
February 21, 2023
Video: Gordon honored with Janssen Award for Biomedical Research
Gordon shares motivation for developing innovative gut microbiome-directed therapies for malnutrition.
Video
February 16, 2023
WashU research spurs changes to global guidelines for feeding malnourished kids
Reformulation of therapeutic food boosts children’s brain development, IQ.
News Release
February 16, 2023
Cancer patients who don’t respond to immunotherapy lack crucial immune cells
Boosting such cells may help more patients benefit from immunotherapy.
News Release
February 14, 2023
Apte receives Bárány Prize
Award recognizes research, includes lecture to eye research society.
National Leaders
February 13, 2023
Researchers elected to American Society for Clinical Investigation
Baldridge, Cooper, DeBosch, Fields, Joynt Maddox, Rentschler, Sah, Wu honored.
Medical Campus & Community
February 9, 2023
Computer model IDs roles of individual genes in early embryonic development
May provide insight into birth defects, miscarriage, cancer.
News Release, Video
February 9, 2023
Disrupted flow of brain fluid may underlie neurodevelopmental disorders
New imaging technique reveals circulation patterns in developing brain.
News Release