Research
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New center director explores connections between humanities and medicine
Jonathan Metzl was born into medicine but is drawn to the humanities. He’s still insisting on having it both ways. Read MoreOct 12, 2011
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Political scientist looks at elections and why they matter
Larry Bartels, arguably the most influential political scientist of his generation, researches a mix of psychology and democracy for a holistic understanding of the political process. Read MoreOct 12, 2011
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Defending education and innovation in the face of the budget-cutting wave
Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction members (C-span) These days the news is full of stories about the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, nicknamed the Super Committee, and whether it can come up with a politically acceptable way to reduce the ballooning federal deficit. This… Read MoreOct 11, 2011
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Diversity key in antibody repertoire
Antibodies to the 2009 H1N1 influenza strain reveal new insights into how antibody diversity forms and functions, with possible implications for designing flu vaccines. Read MoreOct 7, 2011
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Fungus toxin gets in the way in DNA
Structural studies are providing insight to how aflatoxin – a toxin produced by fungi – contributes to cancer development. Read MoreOct 7, 2011
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Heart protein may be target for colon cancer therapies
A protein critical in heart development may also play a part in colon cancer progression. Read MoreOct 7, 2011
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Taking introductory astronomy beyond Jeopardy and Trivial Pursuit
Astronomer David Weintraub has given introductory astronomy a “CSI” format by following the scientific evidence that gives us the age of the universe and has put this in a popular science book. Read MoreOct 7, 2011
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Parkinson’s deep brain target fired up
Neuronal activity in a deep brain region increases as Parkinson’s disease advances, a new study suggests. Read MoreOct 5, 2011
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Marketing radically new products requires a dose of familiarity
Consumers adopt innovation only when the costs—and risks—are low, says Vanderbilt marketing professor Steve Hoeffler. Read MoreOct 4, 2011
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Drug-like molecules aimed at improving treatment of Parkinson’s
Drug-like molecules described by Vanderbilt researchers could lead to Parkinson's treatments with fewer side effects. Read MoreSep 30, 2011
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Dean Benbow visits the White House
First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the National Science Foundation's Career-Life Balance initiative event in the East Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson) On Monday, Sept 26, when First Lady Michelle Obama hosted an event at the White House to announce… Read MoreSep 30, 2011
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Folate may lower breast cancer risk for some
Low folate levels may increase a premenopausal woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. Read MoreSep 29, 2011
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Study puts a new spin on ibuprofen’s actions
Vanderbilt University investigators have discovered surprising new insights into the actions of NSAIDs. Read MoreSep 29, 2011
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New study confirms safety of eight vaccines
A report released by the Institute of Medicine confirms the safety of eight vaccines studied by a committee of experts. Evidence showed no links between immunization and serious conditions that have raised concerns, including Type 1 diabetes and autism. Read MoreSep 28, 2011
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Examining the ethics of sharing genetic risk information
Should scientists inform participants in genomic studies about their risk for diseases or conditions discovered during the studies, and if so, when and how? A Vanderbilt professor is part of a team working to answer these questions. Read MoreSep 28, 2011
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Interactive brain exhibit opens at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
A state-of-the-art interactive exhibit on the brain and brain research has opened at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks. Read MoreSep 27, 2011
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New technique maps twin faces of smallest Janus nanoparticles
Vanderbilt chemists have developed the first method that can rapidly and accurately map the surfaces of tiny particles that possess two chemically distinct faces. The findings have broad potential applications ranging from drug delivery to video displays. Read MoreSep 26, 2011
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New drug-like molecules could improve schizophrenia treatment
The discovery of new compounds that work in a fundamentally different way than those in existing schizophrenia medications may allow for more normal function of brain cells involved in schizophrenia. Read MoreSep 22, 2011
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‘Toolkit’ makes medical procedures less stressful for children with autism
Resource for physicians and parents created to make routine medical procedures less stressful for children with autism. Read MoreSep 21, 2011
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Computer scientist: reveal thyself!
(iSTOCK) Like the Wizard of Oz, computer scientists have largely been happy to perform their magic behind the curtain, out of public view. However, this reticence has begun causing problems in the digital realm. “Computer scientists face the drawbacks of lacking public awareness,” wrote an international team… Read MoreSep 16, 2011