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December 22, 2025

New ALS drug stabilizes decline with improved strength, mobility for some

Long-term use of tofersen slows ALS disease progression in people with a genetic subtype, provides hope for treating other forms of ALS.

News Release

October 26, 2016
Brain scans of children with Tourette’s offer clues to disorder
Differences noted in brain regions involving sensation, sensory processing.
News Release
October 25, 2016
Hanson named chair of NIH study section
Leads membrane biology and protein processing group.
National Leaders
October 24, 2016
Rao recognized for work on tropical diseases
Honored with 2016 Anne Maurer-Cecchini Award for research on lymphatic filariasis.
National Leaders
October 24, 2016
Possible strategy identified for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, other disorders
Research leads to development of compounds to correct mitochondrial dysfunction.
News Release
October 21, 2016
Movement redefined
By adopting movement science as a central tenet, the Program in Physical Therapy has reshaped its profession.
Outlook Magazine
October 19, 2016
Scientists link single gene to some cases of autism spectrum disorder
Findings could provide clues about other genes involved in autism.
News Release
October 18, 2016
Medical assistant program provides opportunities, addresses shortage
Internships doorway to health sciences field for north St. Louis, north St. Louis County residents.
Medical Campus & Community
October 17, 2016
Macones elected to National Academy of Medicine
Membership is one of highest U.S. honors in health and medicine.
News Release
October 13, 2016
$3.8 million to help explore brain’s circuitry using light
Researchers aim to understand how brain is wired.
News Release
October 12, 2016
$8 million grant aids effort to eliminate elephantiasis
Major study of 3-drug treatment regimen funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
News Release
October 11, 2016
It’s time to rethink high-protein diets for weight loss
Source: Time
October 11, 2016
Surgery helps MLB pitchers overcome nerve-compression injuries
Following procedures, most pitchers perform at, or better than, pre-injury play.
News Release
October 11, 2016
Washington People: Emily Jungheim
Reproductive endocrinologist enjoys helping patients build their families.
Medical Campus & Community, Washington People
October 11, 2016
High-protein diet curbs metabolic benefits of weight loss
Insulin sensitivity unimproved in obese women who lose weight but consume excess protein.
News Release
October 10, 2016
Learning labs
For most medical students, there’s a major obstacle to doing research: being in medical school. Not at WashU.
Outlook Magazine
October 7, 2016
Methadone provides pain relief for kids with sickle cell
Relieves pain more quickly, lasts longer than other drugs.
News Release
October 6, 2016
$2 million awarded to help prevent antibiotic resistance
Funding is part of $14 million awarded by CDC to curb growing threat.
News Release
October 6, 2016
Decoding of tarsier genome reveals ties to humans
Findings refine understanding of primate evolution.
News Release
October 4, 2016
Semenkovich honored by American Diabetes Association
Award recognizes leading scientists in diabetes research.
National Leaders
October 4, 2016
Gordon receives Beering Award
Honor recognizes pioneering work on the human microbiome.
National Leaders, News Release
October 4, 2016
Vaccine targets identified for deadly form of malaria
Paves the way for vaccine for disease that kills thousands each year.
News Release
September 30, 2016
Siteman Kids launches
Program offers cutting-edge cancer treatments in a setting geared for younger patients.
Medical Campus & Community
September 28, 2016
Nanoparticles ease aching joints in mice
Source: Health Day
September 27, 2016
Resistance is inevitable
Nature can – and will – overcome any antibiotic. Researchers are working to ensure we stay one step ahead.
Outlook Magazine
September 27, 2016
Culprit identified as a major cause of vision loss
Finding may lead to treatments for retinal diseases including retinitis pigmentosa.
News Release
September 26, 2016
Nanoparticle injections may be future of osteoarthritis treatment
Mouse study shows particles may reduce inflammation, stop destruction of cartilage.
News Release
September 26, 2016
Schwarz named president of nuclear medicine society
First pharmacist and only the fourth woman to hold the position.
National Leaders
September 26, 2016
$10 million gift creates Bursky Center for Human Immunology and Immunotherapy
Research harnesses immune system against cancer, other diseases.
News Release
September 25, 2016
Personalizing medicine
A leadership vision for advancing human health leverages core strengths at the School of Medicine.
Outlook Magazine, Washington People
September 22, 2016
Researchers identify protein critical in causing chronic UTIs
Findings suggest a new way to prevent common infection.
News Release
September 22, 2016
Medical students win first, second places in national poetry contest
Alpha Omega Alpha honor society publishes their pieces.
Medical Campus & Community
September 22, 2016
Experimental immune cell Rx shows promise for leukemia
Source: Health Day
September 21, 2016
New immunotherapy for leukemia shows promise in small clinical trial
'Training' immune cells boosts effectiveness in patients with AML.
News Release, Video
September 20, 2016
New explanation offered for symptoms of fragile X syndrome
In wake of clinical trial failure, new treatment targets identified.
News Release
September 15, 2016
Parents not talking to pediatricians about gun safety
Source: U.S. News & World Report
September 15, 2016
School of Medicine designates 70 gender-neutral bathrooms
All new buildings will include some gender-neutral restrooms available to everyone.
Medical Campus & Community