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February 17, 2021

Protein linked to Alzheimer’s, strokes cleared from brain blood vessels

In mice, antibody removes amyloid, improves vessel function without raising risk of brain bleeds.

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March 1, 2021

COVID-19 can kill heart muscle cells, interfere with contraction
Study reveals details of how coronavirus infects heart; models of tissue damage may help develop potential therapies.
News Release
February 26, 2021

Electrical signaling in cells focus of $8.8 million grant
Scientists to explore cells' ion channels in seeking new treatments for arrythmias, epilepsy, other disorders.
News Release
February 25, 2021

Calfee named division director in orthopedic surgery
Hand specialist chosen to lead Division of Hand and Microsurgery Service.
News Release
February 23, 2021

Holtzman, Karch honored for research into neurodegenerative diseases
Alzheimer’s researchers recognized for progress toward new treatments.
National Leaders
February 23, 2021

New strategy blocks chronic lung disease in mice
Research involving cytokines and how they’re packaged sheds light on inflammation in asthma, COPD, COVID-19.
News Release
February 20, 2021

Guilak recognized for research in cartilage engineering
Honored by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
National Leaders
February 19, 2021

Holmes awarded HHMI fellowship for promising early-career scientists
Postdoctoral virologist receives multiyear support to launch own research program.
National Leaders
February 18, 2021

Plans underway for pediatric COVID-19 vaccine trials
Trials to help determine how well immune systems of children respond to vaccines that are shown to be safe, effective in adults.
News Release
February 17, 2021

Medical student receives fellowship to study skin microbiome, diseases
Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society recognizes Ahmad.
Medical Campus & Community
February 17, 2021

For bleeding patients, can cold storage of platelets improve blood clotting?
$26 million in funding to help determine whether cold platelets can reduce blood loss more effectively than those stored at room temperature .
News Release
February 16, 2021

Cote named a National Academy of Inventors senior member
Recognized for developing technologies to improve cancer diagnosis, care.
National Leaders
February 16, 2021

Podcast: Avoiding burnout, tending to mental health as pandemic enters year 2
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' explores the need for health-care providers and others to maintain mental health and exercise self-care during these trying times.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
February 16, 2021

Antibody-based COVID-19 treatments work best in concert with immune cells
Findings involving antibody effector functions could help improve design of next-generation COVID-19 antibody drugs.
News Release
February 15, 2021

Immune therapies for heart disease aim of international research network
Washington University researchers part of team probing inflammation after heart attack.
News Release
February 15, 2021

Payne named fellow of medical, biological engineering institute
Informatics specialist honored for outstanding contributions.
National Leaders
February 12, 2021

Liquid biopsy for colorectal cancer could guide therapy for tumors
Blood and urine samples identify disease that lingers after initial therapy.
News Release
February 12, 2021

Pham named Guy and Ella Mae Magness Professor of Medicine
Rheumatologist develops nanomedicine approaches for inflammatory diseases.
News Release
February 12, 2021

Construction begins on new apartment project in Forest Park Southeast
Affordable housing key piece of neighborhood revitalization led by Washington University Medical Center Redevelopment Corp. .
Medical Campus & Community
February 11, 2021

Aggressive brain tumor mapped in genetic, molecular detail
Glioblastoma study could lead to new treatments, including better immunotherapies.
News Release
February 11, 2021

Obituary: Lawrence Coben, emeritus associate professor of neurology, 94
Alzheimer’s researcher helped develop widely used Clinical Dementia Rating Scale.
Obituaries
February 9, 2021

Koch gift recognizes outstanding research, teaching in surgical oncology
Fields named to endowed professorship honoring Eberleins.
News Release
February 5, 2021

Scientists to explore whether anti-inflammatory drugs control blood sugar
New grant to fund research into drugs that showed promise in small study of people with Crohn’s disease.
News Release
February 4, 2021

Human immune cells have natural alarm system against HIV
Drugs that trigger alarm could lead to new HIV therapies .
News Release, Video
February 2, 2021

Algorithm analyzes mammograms, signals need for more breast cancer screening
New software could facilitate more consistent assessment of cancer risk.
Medical Campus & Community
February 2, 2021

Imaging identifies breast cancer patients unlikely to benefit from hormone therapy
Findings could help improve treatment decisions.
News Release
January 31, 2021

Millions of COVID-19 survivors have lost the sense of smell and taste. Will they come back? Not even researchers know
Source: USA Today
January 28, 2021

Brain signals decoded to determine what a person sees
Technology has potential to help people affected by stroke or other conditions communicate .
News Release, Video
January 27, 2021

Podcast: Improving health messaging in fight to slow COVID-19
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' examines how to convince people to take steps to slow the spread of COVID-19, particularly as many are targeted with misinformation.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
January 27, 2021

‘Smart’ cartilage cells programmed to release drugs when stressed
New technology could lead to treatments for osteoarthritis.
News Release
January 27, 2021

Lodge named inaugural Blasingame professor
Professorship supports research into development of antifungal drugs, vaccines.
News Release
January 27, 2021

How does the immune system keep tabs on the brain?
Study finds site of immune surveillance of the brain, points to new ways to target brain inflammation.
News Release
January 26, 2021

Nixing bone cancer fuel supply offers new treatment approach, mouse study suggests
2 drugs targeting cancer cells’ energy source potentially could replace toxic chemo in osteosarcoma.
News Release
January 22, 2021

Imaging agent may help gauge kidney health
Could aid in assessments of donated kidneys, ID people in early stages of disease.
News Release
January 20, 2021

Study reveals links between fatty liver disease, liver cancer
Mice expressing increased levels of protein develop advanced liver disease.
News Release
January 20, 2021

Boschert receives award from laboratory animal science association
Recognized for advancing ethical science, technology in research animal care practices.
National Leaders
January 20, 2021

Ludmerer, DuBois named Hastings Center Fellows
Honor given to those whose work has informed understanding of ethical issues in health.
National Leaders