Reporter Sept 9 2016
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Restore T cells to fight leukemia
Modulation of T cell metabolism thus may represent a new therapeutic avenue for leukemia patients. Read MoreSep 14, 2016
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Risk factors for delirium
High levels of blood markers for vascular endothelial dysfunction were associated with longer periods of confusion in ICU patients, Vanderbilt researchers have discovered. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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In search of new cancer targets
Vanderbilt researchers developed a new algorithm to find clinically targetable gene rearrangements in cancers. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Investigators create ‘Trojan Horse’ to fight Ebola
A multi-center research team including scientists from the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center has come up with a clever “Trojan Horse” strategy for thwarting the highly lethal Ebola virus. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Going after the ‘heart attack gremlin’
A protein called Gremlin 2 controls the extent of inflammation after heart attack and may be a good therapeutic target. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Proposed changes could impact liver transplant efforts
A new proposal under consideration by the United Network of Organ Sharing (UNOS) that would change the way donated livers are distributed would negatively impact patients listed for liver transplantation at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and across the Southeast, according to Seth Karp, M.D., H. William Scott Jr. Professor and chair of the Department of Surgery. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Collaborative clinic focuses on bleeding disorders
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is home to a specialized clinic for teens, adolescents and young adults focusing on bleeding disorders. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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O’Neill honored with international surgical volunteerism award
James O’Neill, M.D., professor of Surgery and former chair of the Section of Surgical Sciences at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), has received an International Surgical Volunteerism Award from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) for more than three decades of service as a surgeon and educator in medically underserved countries. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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The Alliance for Eye and Vision Research honors two from VEI
Two Vanderbilt Eye Institute physicians have been selected as Emerging Vision Scientists by the Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (AEVR). Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Children’s Hospital tees up inaugural golf tournament
The inaugural Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Celebrity Golf Classic, presented by Delta Dental of Tennessee and talent and literary agency WME, was held Monday, Aug. 29, at The Golf Club of Tennessee. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Morrison to direct Corporate and Foundation Relations
Erin Morrison, Senior Director of Community Development for Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Development since 2011, has been named Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) for VUMC Development effective Oct. 1. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Franklin 4 the Cure event set to raise funds for Children’s Hospital
The “Franklin 4 the Cure” two-day fundraising event will be held Sept. 16 and 17 in the Westhaven community, located three miles west of downtown Franklin. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Improved blood management system reduces waste, costs
Thirty percent less blood was transfused and more than $2 million was saved over a three-year period through changes in how blood is ordered, transported and stored at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Simple Beginnings ceremony celebrates new doctoral students
Vanderbilt University welcomed 92 new doctoral students Sept. 2 during the seventh annual Simple Beginnings ceremony in a Light Hall lecture room packed with family members and other well wishers. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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People key to driving success of Department of Pediatrics: Webber
Steven Webber, MBChB, MRCP, delivered the annual State of the Department of Pediatrics address on Tuesday, stressing the continued importance of the enterprise’s four mission areas — research, clinical care, education and advocacy and service. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Nominations sought for Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. Student Awards
Nominations are being sought for the Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. Student Awards, presented annually to at least one graduate student and one medical student associated with Vanderbilt University School of Medicine who have made outstanding contributions to the institution by fostering a more diverse environment. Read MoreSep 5, 2016