Reporter March 1 2013
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Tick-tock – predicting menopause
An ultrasound count of potentially egg-producing follicles could predict the timing of menopause. Read MoreMar 6, 2013
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Gene ‘dose’ may be key to autism
Individuals with overexpression of the gene MECP2 have core features of autism spectrum disorder. Read MoreMar 4, 2013
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Target for inflammatory bowel disease
The factor STAT6 appears to play a role in the pathogenesis of an inflammatory bowel disease, suggesting it may be a promising target for new treatments. Read MoreMar 1, 2013
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Potent genetic risk factor for breast cancer identified
Researchers at Vanderbilt University have found a powerful new genetic risk factor for breast cancer. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Study offers insights into gastric cancer prevention
Gastric cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide, with a particular burden in Latin America and eastern Asia. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Protein Society honors Sanders
Charles Sanders, Ph.D., professor of Biochemistry, has been selected as a recipient of the 2013 Hans Neurath Award from the Protein Society. He shares the honor with Jennifer Doudna, Ph.D., a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator at the University of California, Berkeley. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Clayton, Frangoul elected to American Pediatric Society
Ellen Wright Clayton, M.D., J.D., Craig-Weaver Professor of Pediatrics and Professor of Law, and Haydar Frangoul, M.D., Carolyn Perot Rathjen Chair and Professor of Pediatrics have been elected to the American Pediatric Society (APS). Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Vaccination key to preventing HPV-related cancers
Vaccinating young males and females against several types of human papillomavirus (HPV) could dramatically reduce the incidence of HPV-related cancers worldwide, according to Douglas Lowy, M.D., deputy director of the National Cancer Institute. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Bacteria expert Hultgren to deliver Discovery Lecture
Scott Hultgren, Ph.D., an expert on the interactions between bacteria and human hosts, will deliver the next Flexner Discovery Lecture on Thursday, March 7. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Institute of Chemical Biology to celebrate 10th anniversary
Top chemists from around the country will be on hand March 12 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Vanderbilt Institute of Chemical Biology (VICB), a brave experiment that helped jumpstart the University’s robust drug discovery initiative. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Photo: Family reunion
Faris Al-Jashami, his wife, Claudia, and son, Moohamed, came to the Shade Tree Clinic last week to thank the medical students and medical legal partnership volunteer who helped to reunite them. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Team effort to tackle girl’s rare spinal condition
Lena Caragherghi lets out a sharp “Ow!” as a physical therapist tests the flexibility of her ankles. “You’re going to break my legs!” the 15-year-old exclaims with a giggle. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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New fluorescing agent shines light on bladder cancer cells
Two urologic surgeons at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center are among a leading group of cancer physicians using an innovative new imaging agent and blue light system to “light up” cancerous cells inside the bladder. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Fellowship hones minimally invasive brain surgery skills
After six months in Australia studying under an international expert in endoscopic neurosurgery, Lola Chambless, M.D., has brought those minimally invasive brain tumor surgery techniques back to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Discovery Lecture explores brain’s sensitivity to insulin
Diabetes has a big impact on the brain. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Starting up protein synthesis, in yeast
Researchers have found an unusual interaction between a factor that “turns on” protein synthesis and one that produces fatty acids. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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My Health at Vanderbilt to unveil simpler look
A redesign of My Health at Vanderbilt will give users an improved experience that is consistent with other Vanderbilt University Medical Center websites. Read MoreFeb 25, 2013