Molecular Physiology And Biophysics

  • Moira MacTaggert

    Real science in X-Men

    First appearance from "Uncanny X-Men" #96. Art by Dave Cockrum. Via Wikipedia. Here’s another reason to love the X-Men: real science. Listen carefully to the dialogue between Professor Charles Xavier and CIA agent Dr. Moira MacTaggart in the new movie, “X-Men: First Class,” and you’ll hear a… Read More

    Jun 21, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Evolution of cell’s power plant genome

    Vanderbilt researchers provide new information about how the genome inside our cellular “power plants” – the mitochondria – has evolved. Read More

    May 18, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Mouse study offers clues for childhood obesity

    An obesity-associated genetic variation makes fatty food more rewarding yet less satisfying, new research in mice suggests. Read More

    Apr 13, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Spying on shape-shifting enzyme

    New molecular views of an enzyme may inform therapies for neurological, psychiatric or cardiac diseases. Read More

    Mar 18, 2011

  • New Endowed Chairs

    New faculty endowed chairs celebrated

    Ten Vanderbilt University faculty members who have been named to new endowed chairs were recognized for their remarkable achievements and contributions on Feb. 28. Read More

    Mar 3, 2011