News Source: Innovate Magazines March 1, 2014 Is it possible to grow a kidney?New research is allowing scientists to grow organs like kidneys using embryonic cells from animals such as pigs.Innovate Magazines January 13, 2014 New center studies infection and autoimmunity in central nervous systemWashington University’s new Center for Neuroimmunology and Neuroinfectious Diseases focuses on disorders of the spinal cord and brain.Innovate Magazines December 17, 2013 New approach lets neurosurgeons map the brain faster, cheaperNew research at Washington University shows looking at the brain while at rest can help scientists learn about the structure and function of the brain.Innovate Magazines December 11, 2013 Non-invasive imaging can pinpoint irregular heartbeatImaging technology developed at Washington University School of Medicine can help pinpoint electrical trouble spots in the heart.Innovate Magazines November 20, 2013 Psychological counseling part of Siteman’s multidisciplinary cancer careThe Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center’s Counseling Service provides free, evidence-based therapy to cancer patients, their families and caregivers.Innovate Magazines November 5, 2013 Kidney research repository includes patient samples, clinical dataWashington University has established a sample and data repository for child and adult patients with kidney conditions to improve diagnosis and treatment.Innovate Magazines November 4, 2013 New clinic treats rare neurological disorderWashington University has the Midwest’s only multidisciplinary program specializing in treating patients with the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis type 2.Innovate Magazines November 4, 2013 Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center provides patient care and support, seeks solutionsWashington University’s Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center focuses on research and patient care for individuals affected by NF, a complex genetic disorder.Innovate Magazines November 1, 2013 Mouse study shows potential of gene therapy for Alport syndromeNew research in mice suggests that gene therapy may be a viable treatment for Alport syndrome, an inherited disease that leads to kidney failure.Innovate Magazines October 16, 2013 Regenerating heart tissue: a targeted approachWashington University is part of a nationwide trial to improve on the use of stem cells in repairing damaged heart muscle.Innovate Magazines October 3, 2013 $26 million awarded to Washington University for leukemia researchA $26 million grant has been awarded to study the genetic underpinnings of leukemia and help improve treatment and outcomes for patients.Innovate Magazines October 1, 2013 Personalized immunotherapy for late-stage melanomaNew research uses late-stage skin cancer patients’ own immune cells to target their cancer. This work could lead to a personalized cancer vaccine.Innovate Magazines September 26, 2013 Procedure to open blocked carotid arteries testedTesting is beginning on an investigational device designed to open blocked arteries in patients who are ineligible for traditional surgery.Innovate Magazines September 18, 2013 First Alzheimer’s prevention trial beginsThe first trial to evaluate whether drug treatments can prevent Alzheimer’s before dementia begins has been launched.Innovate Magazines August 14, 2013 Restoring hearing loss: Chick studies show promiseNew research in chicks is identifying factors involved in regenerating the inner ear hair cells. This work could lead to new therapies for hearing loss.Innovate Magazines August 1, 2013 Device investigated to treat moderate heart failureWashington University is part of a study to compare ventricular assist device (VAD) therapy to optimal medical management in patients with heart failure.Innovate Magazines August 1, 2013 Treatment options for high-risk lung cancer patientsDoctors at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Siteman Cancer Center are comparing radiation versus surgical treatment in high-risk lung cancer patients.Innovate Magazines June 19, 2013 Low frequency sound from wind turbines affects the inner earNew research examines how large commercial wind turbines negatively affect our health.Innovate Magazines June 19, 2013 Improving depression and anxiety therapy in seniorsResearchers at Washington University are looking for better ways to help older adults deal with depression and anxiety.Innovate Magazines June 19, 2013 Tackling treatment-resistant depressionDoctors are providing new options for individuals with major depression who are resistant to traditional treatment.Innovate Magazines June 12, 2013 New treatment options for kidney cancerResearchers at Washington University are making advances in treating kidney cancer patients.Innovate Magazines June 10, 2013 Understanding and treating spasmodic dysphoniaA multidisciplinary collaboration at Washington University is examining the causes and latest treatments for spasmodic dysphonia, a voice muscle disorder.Innovate Magazines June 10, 2013 Taylor Family Institute targets psychiatric illness researchWashington University has received $20 million to fund the Taylor Family Institute that will help develop new therapies for psychiatric disorders.Innovate Magazines, School of Medicine June 10, 2013 Immune cells contribute to macular degenerationNew research shows immune cells in mice may damage or protect against age-related macular degeneration, depending on the cells’ age.Innovate Magazines Posts navigation ‹ Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 Next ›
