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November 28, 2023
Weil receives Kyelem Prize for work on neglected tropical diseases
Research over many years has led to improved control of parasitic worm disease.
National Leaders
November 21, 2023
Long-COVID clinic expanding reach to vulnerable metro, rural communities
Grant, partnership with community organizations expected to boost access to care to medically underserved.
News Release
October 19, 2023
Antibiotic treatment in malnourished children improves gut microbiome development
Research notes long-term benefits, encourages monitoring short-term risks.
News Release
October 16, 2023
Hunstad named inaugural Strauss Professor
Pediatric infectious diseases specialist recognized for excellence in mentoring.
News Release
August 21, 2023
Long COVID still worrisome 2 years after infection
Virus continues to pose risk of diabetes, lung problems, blood clots, GI issues, other conditions.
News Release
August 14, 2023
WashU Medicine nephrologist has risen to prominence, uncovering society’s biggest health issues
Al-Aly has become a leading COVID-19 researcher by tapping into big data.
Outlook Magazine, Profiles
August 4, 2023
Meeting the health challenges of climate change
Medical students at WashU and nationally are calling for more education on climate change.
Outlook Magazine
July 31, 2023
Scientists develop breath test that rapidly detects COVID-19 virus
Test results available in less than a minute.
News Release
July 10, 2023
Anti-inflammatory drugs did not speed COVID-19 recovery but prevented deaths
Study could expand treatment options for patients with severe COVID-19.
News Release
July 3, 2023
Ding receives junior investigator award from virology society
Recognized for work on gut viruses and how they cause disease.
National Leaders
June 22, 2023
Curiel, Diamond receive innovation award
Researchers recognized for developing COVID-19 nasal vaccine .
National Leaders
June 14, 2023
Tick-borne Bourbon virus infects people, wildlife in St. Louis area
Virologist, wildlife veterinarian, ecologist team up to study lone star ticks that carry the virus.
News Release
June 9, 2023
Powderly receives 2023 faculty achievement award
Physician-scientist recognized for contributions to infectious diseases research, public health.
National Leaders
June 5, 2023
Donated kidneys from deceased COVID-19 patients are safe to transplant
Study finds that such organs don't transmit virus that causes COVID-19.
News Release
June 2, 2023
Podcast: Advocating for science and truth
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' visits the School of Medicine’s 2023 Commencement ceremony, featuring an address by Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
May 18, 2023
Research in mice offers clues for vaccinating against deadly bacteria
New therapies urgently needed for antibiotic-resistant Klebsiella.
News Release
May 3, 2023
Bloodstream infections in preemies may originate from their gut microbiomes
Findings could guide future treatment, prevention strategies.
News Release
May 2, 2023
Dean’s Impact Awards recognize faculty for extraordinary efforts during pandemic
48 faculty members across many disciplines honored.
Medical Campus & Community
April 25, 2023
Cherabie named ‘Let’s Stop HIV Together’ ambassador
Infectious diseases physician joins national campaign to end HIV epidemic.
National Leaders
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.
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.
News Release
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.
News Release
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.
News Release
March 29, 2023
Scientists aim to develop vaccine against all deadly coronaviruses
$8 million NIH grant supports effort to avert next pandemic.
News Release