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May 10, 2023
Detailed human pangenome reference captures human diversity
Scientists reveal more complete, diverse collection of genome sequences.
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May 5, 2023
Change in breast density over time linked to cancer risk
Monitoring density in each breast could help assess risk.
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May 3, 2023
Red flags indicate risk for early-onset colorectal cancer
Recognizing signs and symptoms earlier could reduce diagnostic delays, improve survival.
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May 3, 2023
Bloodstream infections in preemies may originate from their gut microbiomes
Findings could guide future treatment, prevention strategies.
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May 3, 2023
Discovery suggests route to safer pain medications
Targeting opioid receptor pathway could treat pain without addiction, hallucinations.
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May 1, 2023
Stress increases Alzheimer’s risk in female mice but not males
Alzheimer’s proteins rise sharply in response to stress in female mice.
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April 28, 2023
Woodard named head of Department of Radiology
Cardiothoracic imaging expert brings strengths in research, education, leadership.
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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.
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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.
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April 20, 2023
Sleeping pill reduces levels of Alzheimer’s proteins
More research needed to determine if sleep medications prevent, delay Alzheimer’s.
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April 19, 2023
Mind-body connection is built into brain, study suggests
Findings point to brain areas that integrate planning, purpose, physiology, behavior, movement.
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April 17, 2023
Investigational drug may improve stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma patients
If approved, drug could change standard care.
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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
April 11, 2023
New approach targets norovirus, world’s leading cause of foodborne infection
Dual vaccine comprising two diarrhea-causing viruses generates antibodies against both.
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April 6, 2023
COVID-19 patients’ blood plasma shows who is most likely to become severely ill
Specific proteins in plasma signal who eventually may need ventilators, face poor outcomes.
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April 3, 2023
Keeping COVID-19 in check likely to require periodic boosters
To be effective, boosters should target variants widely different from COVID-19 virus's original strain.
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March 31, 2023
Jumping genes in cancer cells open door to new immunotherapies
Analysis of 33 tumor types identifies new immunotherapy targets.
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March 29, 2023
Scientists aim to develop vaccine against all deadly coronaviruses
$8 million NIH grant supports effort to avert next pandemic.
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March 28, 2023
Rogers, Smyser awarded MERIT grant for research on preterm babies
Grant totaling more than $7 million could be extended in 5 years.
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March 23, 2023
Paxlovid reduces risk of long-term health problems, death from COVID-19
Drug recommended to prevent severe complications of virus.
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March 22, 2023
Multiple substance use disorders may share inherited genetic signature
Findings could lead to universal therapies for alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioid addictions.
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March 21, 2023
Link named oncology division director
Leukemia specialist is leader in research, patient care.
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March 14, 2023
Imaging tech produces real-time 3D maps of uterine contractions during labor
Noninvasive technique could shed light on preterm birth.
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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.
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