The Record

Flu antibody protects against numerous strains

A human antibody that protects mice against a wide range of lethal flu viruses could be the key to a universal vaccine and better treatments for severe flu disease, according to a new study from the School of Medicine and colleagues elsewhere.

Which came first: brain size or drinking propensity?

Contrary to the belief that drinking can literally shrink one’s brain, a new study that includes researchers from Arts & Sciences suggests that a small brain might be a risk factor for heavier alcohol consumption.

Actor Goodman to headline Founders Day Nov. 2

Award-winning actor and St. Louis native John Goodman will be the keynote speaker for the university’s annual Founders Day celebration Saturday, Nov. 2. Distinguished alumni, faculty and supporters also are honored during the event.

WashU Expert: Let’s make standard time permanent

Erik Herzog in Arts & Sciences is an expert on circadian rhythms. He says the country should be on standard time permanently. The science is clear, he said: it’s better in terms of sleep, cardiac function, weight, cancer risk and alcohol and tobacco consumption.