The Record

Researchers work across disciplines to defeat Alzheimer’s

WashU Arts & Sciences researchers bring expertise from biology, chemistry and psychological and brain science, working to better understand, prevent and treat neurodegenerative diseases.

Proven childhood obesity treatment also works at pediatrician’s office

A clinical trial co-led by WashU Medicine researchers found that adding family-based treatment to specialized pediatric care helped nearly half of obese children reach a healthier weight.

Student Affairs is now Division of Student Success

The WashU Division of Student Affairs is now the Division of Student Success. The name is new, but the mission is not, said Anna Gonzalez, vice chancellor for student success.

Flory to depart WashU as head of marketing and communications

Julie Flory, vice chancellor for marketing and communications, has left the university as of Aug. 3, after more than a decade of service, announced Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.

Notables

WashU Medicine molecular microbiologist Meng Wu was honored by The Pew Charitable Trusts for her research on how early-life gut microbes shape lifelong immunity.

Research Wire

McKelvey Engineering researchers have received a federal grant to study the mechanobiological properties of tendons, work that could help to prevent common tendon injuries as well as inform new treatment strategies.

Research Wire

John McCarthy, the Spencer T. Olin Professor of Mathematics in Arts & Sciences, has won a grant from the National Science Foundation to develop mathematical models to help understand biological systems.