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April 27, 2021
Stroke-recovery device using brain-computer interface receives FDA market authorization
Innovative multidisciplinary research at Washington University led to development of 'breakthrough' device.
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April 22, 2021
Anti-aging compound that improves metabolic health in mice improves muscle glucose metabolism in people
Further studies underway to determine extent of clinical benefits.
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April 22, 2021
Among COVID-19 survivors, an increased risk of death, serious illness
Major study details numerous long-term effects of COVID-19, pointing to massive health burden.
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April 20, 2021
Personalized cancer vaccines for breast, pancreatic cancers show promise
DNA vaccines target unique cancer mutations.
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April 16, 2021
Washington University researchers to design detectors of airborne SARS-CoV-2
Alzheimer’s researchers, aerosol engineer team up to develop rapid screening tools.
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April 16, 2021
Njoku named director of pediatric anesthesiology division
Also becomes anesthesiologist-in-chief at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
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April 16, 2021
Women seeking help for unmet needs often overdue for cervical cancer screenings
Interventions beyond health navigators are needed to ensure access to prevention services.
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April 15, 2021
Treatment not always needed to prevent vision loss in patients with elevated eye pressure
Landmark study shows most patients with elevated pressure don’t go on to lose vision.
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April 13, 2021
Consortium to investigate role of neurofilament light chain in neurodegenerative diseases
School of Medicine researchers help lead academic-industry partnership.
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April 13, 2021
Odibo named director of maternal-fetal & ultrasound division in OB-GYN
Physician-scientist studies prenatal diagnostic techniques, placental development.
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April 9, 2021
Gordon receives Kober Medal
‘Father of microbiome’ honored by Association of American Physicians.
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April 9, 2021
Genomic testing services in pathology & immunology department to be expanded
Changes aimed at improving diagnosis of cancer, inherited diseases.
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April 7, 2021
For malnourished children, a new type of microbiome-directed food boosts growth
New food is designed to nurture healthy gut microbes.
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April 6, 2021
For breastfeeding moms, COVID-19 vaccinations may also protect babies
Major boost in COVID-19 antibodies seen in breast milk after vaccination.
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April 1, 2021
Sacks named division director in plastic and reconstructive surgery
Surgeon also installed as Shoenberg endowed chair.
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April 1, 2021
Mice with hallucination-like behaviors reveal insight into psychotic illness
Study in mice and people offers new approach to investigating mental illnesses.
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April 1, 2021
Study predicts which kids hospitalized with RSV likely to worsen
Children with high levels of defective viral genomes likely to get even sicker.
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March 31, 2021
Chemo for glioblastoma may work better in morning than evening
Study indicates timing of chemotherapy could improve treatment for deadly brain cancer.
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March 29, 2021
Brain Tumor Center established at Siteman Cancer Center
Neurosurgeon and scientist Albert H. Kim appointed director.
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March 24, 2021
Scientists find genetic link to clogged arteries
Independent of cholesterol, gene variants raise risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure.
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March 24, 2021
Zika virus helps destroy deadly brain cancer in mice
Virus-based therapy may unlock potential of immunotherapy for glioblastoma.
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March 19, 2021
COVID-19 transmission rare in schools with masking, distancing, contact tracing
Safe, in-person learning focus of CDC collaboration.
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March 18, 2021
Can changes in driving habits predict cognitive decline in older adults?
$10 million in grants supports studies on impact of Alzheimer’s, depression on driving.
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March 17, 2021
Brain rewires itself after injury ‘on the edge of what’s compatible with life’
Stroke suffered as newborn went undetected for 13 years.
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