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April 18, 2024
$6.2 million to help develop gene therapy for HIV
Genetically engineered B cells could produce super-antibodies to HIV.
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April 16, 2024
Alzheimer’s disease progresses faster in people with Down syndrome
Study highlights need to develop therapies for this vulnerable population.
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April 15, 2024
Epilepsy drug prevents brain tumors in mice with NF1
Study lays groundwork for clinical trial aimed at preventing brain tumors in children with NF1.
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April 10, 2024
AI-assisted breast-cancer screening may reduce unnecessary testing
Using AI to help doctors read mammograms reduces follow-up testing without missing cancer cases, simulation shows.
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April 4, 2024
Pruitt named director of academic pediatrics division
Recognized for developing, leading growth of clinical programs.
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April 4, 2024
Nerve stimulation for sleep apnea is less effective for people with higher BMIs
Popular alternative to CPAP machines may not be appropriate for all.
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April 3, 2024
Immunotherapy for Alzheimer’s disease shows promise in mouse study
Antibody mobilizes immune cells to clear amyloid plaques, reducing behavioral abnormalities.
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April 2, 2024
How does a person’s mobility affect cardiovascular health?
NIH-funded study seeks to fill gap in knowledge of exercise’s effects in people who use wheelchairs.
Medical Campus & Community, News Release
March 29, 2024
Combining multiple meds into a single pill reduces cardiovascular deaths
'Polypills' recommended to reduce heart attacks, strokes but have been slow to gain favor.
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March 28, 2024
Some sarcoma patients improve with T cell immunotherapy
Strategy effective against some rare, aggressive sarcomas with no other treatment options.
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March 26, 2024
Award of up to $31 million supports development of osteoarthritis treatment
Researchers aim to create treatment that promotes tissue regeneration, restores joints.
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March 21, 2024
School of Medicine honors body donors, whose gifts advance medical education
Memorial Grove at Tyson offers respite, reflection.
News Release, Video
March 20, 2024
Thompson named director of pediatric neurosurgery
Physician-scientist’s focus is on pediatric brain tumors.
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March 11, 2024
AI may predict spread of lung cancer to brain
Method may inform personalized cancer treatments.
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March 6, 2024
Preventing early-onset colorectal cancers aim of $25 million award
School of Medicine leads international team funded by Cancer Grand Challenges.
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March 4, 2024
Preschoolers with depression at greater risk of suicide during adolescence
Findings emphasize need for early mental health screenings, interventions.
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February 28, 2024
Neurons help flush waste out of brain during sleep
Findings could lead to new approaches for Alzheimer’s, other neurological conditions.
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February 26, 2024
Washington University joins NIH cancer screening clinical trials network
New network to evaluate emerging technologies in diverse populations.
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February 23, 2024
Ju named Morriss Professor
Neurologist studies role of sleep in neurodegenerative diseases.
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February 22, 2024
Medicare approves genetic test for solid tumors
Test can quickly identify treatable cancer mutations, guide precision therapy.
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February 21, 2024
Alzheimer’s blood test performs as well as FDA-approved spinal fluid tests
Could make early Alzheimer’s diagnosis, treatment accessible to more people.
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February 20, 2024
New cell-based immunotherapy offered for melanoma
FDA approved treatment via Accelerated Approval pathway.
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February 16, 2024
Key regulator of decision-making pinpointed in brain
Findings shed light on mental illnesses, including obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety.
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February 8, 2024
Gordon receives Nemmers Prize
Gut microbiome pioneer recognized for outstanding contributions to medical science.
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