Obituary: Lacy, 81; groundbreaking diabetes researcher
				He was among the first scientists to determine the precise details of how islets of Langerhans in the pancreas produce insulin.
			
		
					
			Extraordinary service
				Photo by Robert BostonThe School of Medicine’s Central Administration Recognition Luncheon recognized 64 employees with at least 10 years of service.
			
		
					
			Nuland tells of tsunami experience for Assembly Series
				NulandSherwin Nuland, physician, professor and best selling author, will relay his experiences working with tsunami victims in Sri Lanka for the Washington University Assembly Series at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, in Graham Chapel.  His talk is called “Tsunami Medical Diary.”
			
		
					
			Mouse model offers unique insight into tumor diagnosis
				Researchers say it successfully mimics the human condition and provides unique insight into tumor development, diagnosis and treatment.
			
		
					
			Siteman extends cancer care to St. Charles
				World-class cancer care will come to the campus of Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital this fall with the advent of a $7 million center.
			
		
					
			Devoted to diabetes
				Photo by Robert BostonEmil Unanue helps unveil a portrait of Charles Kilo and thanks him for his years of support of the Department of Pathology.
			
		
					
			Obesity-diabetes link shows promise for therapy
				Scientists genetically altered production of a factor found in skeletal muscle and produced mice that can’t get fat but develop signs of diabetes.
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			An extraordinary educator
				As Alison J. Whelan, M.D., awaits the opening of the Farrell Learning and Teaching Center in August, she explains that the striking six-story structure will not only serve as the main venue for teaching and events at the School of Medicine, but it also will spotlight the importance of education. “For the first time, we […]
			
		
					
			Genetic disorder center offers complete care
				The School of Medicine has established the Neurofibromatosis Center to foster collaborative and interdisciplinary research on the disorder.
			
		
					
			Brain tumor study reveals why treatment fails
				The study was published in the journal Cancer Research and suggests where researchers should look for more promising treatment approaches.
			
		
					
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