Combining multiple meds into a single pill reduces cardiovascular deaths
New research at the School of Medicine bolsters previous findings that “polypills” — single pills that combine medications that target cardiovascular disease-related conditions — are beneficial in preventing heart attacks and strokes and reducing deaths. As a result of the study, the World Health Organization has added such polypills to its most recent Model List of Essential Medicines.
Largest ice shelf in Antarctica lurches forward once or twice each day
A conveyer belt of ice jostles the entire Ross Ice Shelf out of place at least once daily, according to new research from Washington University in St. Louis.
Some sarcoma patients improve with T cell immunotherapy
A clinical trial led by School of Medicine researchers has shown that a T cell immunotherapy — in which the patients’ own T cells are genetically modified to attack and kill cancer cells — is effective in treating some patients with rare cancers of the body’s soft tissues. The study focused on the rare cancers synovial sarcoma and myxoid round cell liposarcoma.
Movement of crops, animals played key role in domestication
Over the last 15 years, archaeologists have challenged outdated ideas about humans controlling nature. Writing in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Xinyi Liu in Arts & Sciences argues for a new conceptual bridge connecting the science of biological domestication to early food globalization.
WashU swimmer McCormick wins NCAA title for backstroke
Senior Alex McCormick won a national title in the 200 backstroke at the 2024 NCAA Division III Swimming and Diving Championships March 23 in Greensboro, N.C.
Jennifer Coolidge to give WashU’s 163rd Commencement address
Jennifer Coolidge, an award-winning actor known for her numerous iconic roles in film and on television, will deliver the 2024 Commencement address at Washington University in St. Louis, according to Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.
Confluence symposium, award ceremony to take place April 10
The Washington University in St. Louis community is invited to attend a symposium and award ceremony recognizing WashU faculty and community partners for their innovative research and deep engagement with the region.
Kazakhstan launches child account policy informed by Brown School research
Kazakhstan has launched a national Child Development Account policy informed by research from the Brown School’s Center for Social Development. The development opens the door on a policy structure for channeling natural-resource wealth to invest in children and build human capital.
Five physician-scientists named to newest class of Dean’s Scholars
The Division of Physician-Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has announced its fifth class of Dean’s Scholars.
Can’t we all just get along?
A new book from the School of Law’s John Inazu offers a path for disagreeing productively and living joyfully in our divided society.
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