Reporter Aug 7 2015
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Origins of neuroblastoma
Vanderbilt researchers are exploring how neuroblastoma tumors begin and progress, knowledge that could provide new treatments for this pediatric cancer. Read MoreAug 12, 2015
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Drug combos enhance ovarian cancer cell death
Drugs that target DNA damage improve ovarian cancer cell response to platinum chemotherapies, suggesting new therapeutic opportunities. Read MoreAug 11, 2015
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Bridging the antibiotic gap
Vanderbilt researchers have discovered how certain molecules with antibiotic properties are synthesized, findings that could lead to new drugs that overcome the increased antibiotic resistance in bacteria. Read MoreAug 7, 2015
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Stomach cancer cues
Vanderbilt scientists have discovered a new molecular mechanism that promotes stomach cancer development, findings that could provide new opportunities for treatment. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Genotyping project to be an ‘engine of discovery’
Vanderbilt University researchers next month will launch a major initiative to acquire “dense genotypes” from 100,000 individuals whose medical histories are known. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Rothman named to lead population health research efforts
Russell Rothman, M.D., MPP, professor of Medicine, Pediatrics and Health Policy, chief of the Section of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and director of the Vanderbilt Center for Health Services Research, has been named assistant vice chancellor for Population Health Research. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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New targeted therapy shows promise for rare joint tumor
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) investigators and colleagues at several major medical centers have been testing a new targeted therapy that is showing promise for the treatment of a rare tumor that forms in and around joint cavities. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Skaar receives American Asthma Foundation award
Eric Skaar, Ph.D., MPH, the Ernest W. Goodpasture Professor of Pathology, has received a Scholar Award from the American Asthma Foundation (AAF). Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Study tracks postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Dysautonomia International are partnering to launch the first large international study on postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), which impacts an estimated 500,000 to 3 million patients in the United States and millions more around the globe. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Damon to lead Chemical and Physical Biology grad program
Bruce Damon, Ph.D., has been named director of Vanderbilt University’s Chemical and Physical Biology (CPB) graduate program, which prepares students for “cutting-edge” research careers at the interface of the chemical sciences, physical sciences and biology. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Sanders named interim editor of prominent journal
Pioneering Vanderbilt University structural biologist Charles Sanders, Ph.D., has been named interim editor of Biochemistry, an eminent journal for publishing research articles about the molecular structure, mechanisms and interactions of important biological molecules. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Vanderbilt Clinical Trials Radiology Support Core launched
Vanderbilt’s Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences has launched the Vanderbilt Clinical Trials Radiology Support Core. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Photo: Anniversary visitor
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (VKC) recently welcomed Timothy Shriver, Ph.D., chair and CEO of Special Olympics, as part of the center’s 50th anniversary celebration. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Radio show helped spark woman’s decision to donate
Misty Roberts routinely tunes into three Christian radio stations and has a habit of switching from one to another when the chatter begins. But one day last fall she didn’t touch the dial during a segment about the thousands of people waiting for life-saving kidney transplants. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Pinning ceremony celebrates School of Nursing students
Nearly 300 Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN) students were recognized for completing their programs of study during a pinning ceremony held Sunday at the Omni Hotel in downtown Nashville. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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VUMC recognized for high standard of cardiac care
The American College of Cardiology has recognized Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) for its commitment to and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Exercise during teen years linked to lowered risk of cancer death later
Women who exercised during their teen years were less likely to die from cancer and all other causes during middle-age and later in life, according to a new study by investigators at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the Shanghai Cancer Institute in China. Read MoreAug 4, 2015