Terrorism and Homeland Security Experts
Washington University has a number of internationally recognized experts and researchers on terrorism and homeland security who can address issues including intelligence, critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, target identification, and many other areas of concern related to the latest news on threats to the U.S. Faculty associated with the University’s Center for Security Technologies may be of […]
Genes’ effects on drugs revealed by new screening process
Scientists have developed a new screening technique to help them look for genes that change patients’ responses to cancer drugs and other medications.
Less invasive cancer surgery could become standard practice
A recent study by James Fleshman, a colon and rectal surgery specialist at the School of Medicine, showed that minimally invasive colon cancer surgery allows patients to heal faster and experience less pain. KSDK reporter Kay Quinn tells more about the procedure in the following St. Louis Post-Dispatch article.
Sweat does more than just cool bodies
Everyone sweats, but it’s unlikely many people ever consider the social and economic impact of our bodies’ built-in air conditioning system. With summer’s hottest days likely still to come, Michael Heffernan, assistant professor of dermatology at the School of Medicine, helps St. Louis Post-Dispatch writer Jeff Daniels take a closer look at this hot topic.
Firefly compound lights up ‘protein dance’ in living animals
Glowing firefly light reveals interacting proteins.Radiologists at the School of Medicine have developed a first-of-its-kind noninvasive imaging technique that allows them to watch two proteins interacting in live animals. The technique genetically fuses proteins of interest with carefully cleaved sections of luciferase, the protein fireflies use to create light.
Athletics help children with cerebral palsy become independent, active adults
Jan Brunstrom demonstrates martial arts moves with cerebral palsy patient Emma Price.A comprehensive care plan involving sports, physical fitness and strength training is key to helping children with cerebral palsy grow into active adults, according to WUSTL pediatric neurologist Jan Brunstrom. Not only are athletic activities fun for children, but they can also reduce the need for traditional therapy.
Carpal tunnel syndrome study seeks cost-effective preventive strategies
A five-year, $2.5 million grant from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health may help employers determine which employees are more likely to get carpal tunnel syndrome and other hand, wrist and elbow problems. School of Medicine physician Bradley A. Evanoff is leading the study.
Gordon named director of Center for Genome Sciences
The new center is an interdepartmental, interdisciplinary and University-wide program located adjacent to the Genome Sequencing Center.
Medical School Bulletin online
The site at bulletinoftheschoolof medicine.wustl.edu features search capabilities and faculty listings updated daily.
Asthma study needs volunteers
The trial is part of a national study sponsored by the American Lung Association’s Asthma Clinical Research Center.
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