Missouri genetic disorder’s roots untangled by team
The researchers discovered a rare change in the DNA of two eastern Missouri families with a history of a condition known as XLHPT.
High blood sugar impairs blood flow to heart in diabetics
Even administering of high levels of insulin, which usually enhances vasodilation, can’t counteract the negative effect of high glucose on the heart.
Sports
Football team wins conference finale The football team wrapped up league play with a 28-7 win at Carnegie Mellon University on Oct. 22 in Pittsburgh. The Bears improved to 4-4 overall and 2-1 in UAA play. Senior receiver Brad Duesing had 12 catches for a season-high 190 yards and a career-high three touchdowns. He needs […]
Molecular drug pump may help reduce risk of Alzheimer’s
The molecule P-glycoprotein (Pgp) has long been an obstacle to cancer chemotherapy and drug treatments for brain disorders.
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Drawing as fast as she can
Photo by Kevin LowderThe College of Art’s all-night Drawing Marathon featured free art supplies and two live models as well as still-life sets, live music, yoga and refreshments.
Construction Update
The MetroLink expansion project is on schedule to open in September or October 2006.
Human rights advocate Bright to speak for Assembly Series
He’ll discuss his views Nov. 2 in a lecture titled “Crime, Prison, and the Death Penalty: The Influence of Race and Poverty.”
Field guide for confirming new Earth-like planets is described
Professor Bruce Fegley and laboratory assistant Laura Schaefer used thermochemical equilibrium calculations for their model.
Campus Watch
The following incidents were reported to University Police Oct. 19-26. Readers with information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935-5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu. Oct. 19 8:32 a.m. — A staff […]
Researchers find multiple proteins that stick to medical device surfaces
Blood proteins that adsorb to the surfaces of materials unfold and can be recognized by the body, which then mounts a response against the device.
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