Complete genome of corn sequenced by WUSTL scientists
A team of scientists led by The Genome Center at the School of Medicine has published the completed corn genome that will speed efforts for better crop varieties.
Energy-savings drive evolves to sustainability
The enthusiasm of the medical school’s Energy Awareness Committee has led the group to now focus on the broader realm of sustainability.
Recovery act funds new flu drug discovery center
With stimulus funds, School of Medicine scientists will look for compounds that enhance the body’s natural virus-killing mechanisms to overcome the flu.
Mutation linked to pediatric brain tumor may pave way for targeted treatment
School of Medicine researchers have linked mutations in a gene to a benign pediatric brain tumor.
Model chicken-brain circuit raises questions about understanding of neural circuitry
A group at Washington University recently tackled a simple circuit in the visual processing area of a chicken’s brain that detects motion in its field of view — with surprising results.
Obstetrics/gynecology department receives grant to establish scholars program
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is one of 10 programs nationwide to receive a $2.4 million grant to establish a scholars program. The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development grant establishes the medical school as a Women’s Reproductive Health Research Career Development Center.
Pancreatic tumors are marked for immune therapy
Pancreatic tumors can be identified by a readily detectable marker that shows promise as a basis for immune therapy against the disease, according to research at the School of Medicine.
Washington University to present annual Messiah sing-along Dec. 6
Washington University’s Department of Music in Arts & Sciences will present its annual sing-along of George Frideric Handel’s oratorio Messiah at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, in Graham Chapel. John Stewart, director of vocal activities, directs the program.
Alzheimer’s research sheds light on potential treatments for urinary tract infections
Research into Alzheimer’s disease seems an unlikely approach to yield a better way to fight urinary tract infections (UTIs), but that’s what scientists at the School of Medicine, and elsewhere report. One element links the disparate areas of research: amyloids, which are fibrous, sticky substances.
Free, confidential HIV testing for World AIDS Day
In conjunction with World AIDS Day, the School of Medicine’s Infectious Diseases Clinic will offer free, confidential HIV testing Monday, Nov. 30 – Thursday, Dec. 3, from 9 am – 4 pm. No appointment is necessary. Participants will receive a rapid HIV test using a finger prick to obtain a drop of blood. Results will be available 20 minutes after testing.
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