AI-based breast cancer risk technology receives FDA Breakthrough Device designation
AI-based technology developed at WashU Medicine that improves breast cancer risk prediction has received Breakthrough Device designation from the Food and Drug Administration.
WashU, MilliporeSigma sign collaboration agreement
A project that could help scientists identify novel ways to fight disease is one of the research efforts that will get a significant boost under a new collaboration agreement that Washington University in St. Louis has signed with science and technology company MilliporeSigma.
Richards serves as privacy ombudsman in 23andMe bankruptcy case
WashU privacy law expert Neil Richards had a unique opportunity this year to put his training to use: He was named an ombudsman to guide the courts on how genetic data owned by 23andMe should be handled during its sale.
Biologist Zhong to study how plants deal with nutrient stress
Xuehua Zhong in Arts & Sciences has won a $1.1 million grant from the National Science Foundation for research aimed at developing more resilient crops that can adapt to changing environmental conditions and support sustainable agriculture.
Gun violence remains top St. Louis public health concern, but mental health, addiction rising
St. Louis’ top health concerns are shifting. New WashU data shows rising concern over mental health and addiction — even as gun violence still leads.
Leaf-inspired design brings bioplastics to the big leagues
Using inspiration from the leaf, engineering researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have optimized bioplastics to be stronger and more biodegradable.
Committee appointed, has begun work to develop guidance in support of inclusive excellence at WashU
A committee of WashU faculty and administrators has begun its work with general counsel to develop guidance for leaders, staff and students.
WashU Medicine dean search committee appointed
Chancellor Andrew D. Martin has appointed a committee to begin the process of identifying the next dean of WashU Medicine. David H. Perlmutter, MD, will conclude his deanship in June 2026.
One patient’s story inspired emergency room physician to develop Hospital to Housing program
Randall Jotte, MD, a professor of emergency medicine at WashU Medicine, is a driving force behind the innovative Hospital to Housing program to stabilize the lives of high-frequency users of hospital emergency rooms.
Rural Scholars Academy grows, builds on success
WashU’s Rural Scholars Academy welcomed its third cohort of high school juniors to campus this month for college classes, admissions workshops and field trips to St. Louis attractions. Ten members of the academy’s first class will attend WashU this fall, many on full scholarships.
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