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WashU Medicine researchers discovered immune hubs in the skull bone marrow responsible for mounting a rapid immune response in the brain, which may point to new ways to fight brain cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Katherine Parker Ponder, MD, a highly accomplished physician-scientist whose career spanned decades at WashU Medicine, died July 18, 2026, of breast cancer. A memorial service will take place Sept. 19.

Thomas Kannampallil, a professor of anesthesiology at WashU Medicine, is recognized for his expertise in AI-based technology designed to improve healthcare.

The extent of tumor clearance and timing of treatment are important factors that help improve survival, according to a large analysis of patient outcomes by researchers at WashU Medicine.

A finding in mice by WashU Medicine researchers could lead to targeted treatments for chronic nerve pain.

Gregory Zipfel, MD, head of the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery at WashU Medicine, has been elected president of the Society of Neurological Surgeons. His election continues a tradition of WashU Medicine leadership of the society dating back to 1920.

WashU Medicine researchers have found that cells originating in bone and normally involved in bone formation are recruited to primary breast tumors, where they become part of the tumor microenvironment and may play a role in supporting tumor growth.

Marilyn and Gary Ratkin are the recipients of the 2026 Jane and Whitney Harris St. Louis Community Service Award. The award recognizes couples who contribute to the culture and welfare of the greater St. Louis community in an outstanding manner.

A study led by WashU Medicine researchers finds that sensory distress is directly related to both autism and anxiety, but not ADHD. The research also identified distinct patterns of brain connectivity linked to sensory sensitivity.

New WashU research highlights the importance of continuous HIV care as rural communities face added barriers to treatment, testing and prevention.