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March 21, 2013

Novel push-pull action clue to brain disorders

Researchers at Vanderbilt University have discovered a new “push-pull” mechanism in the brain that one day could lead to new treatments for movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, as well as stress-related disorders and addiction.

By Bill Snyder
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March 14, 2013

New center to focus on treating, preventing TB

Vanderbilt University has established a tuberculosis center to expand and extend efforts to improve the treatment and prevention of this often fatal disease here and around the world.

By Bill Snyder
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March 7, 2013

Harvard’s Seidman to speak at VU

Jonathan Seidman, Ph.D., who has made pivotal contributions to understanding the genetic basis of cardiomyopathy and other heart diseases, will deliver the next Flexner Discovery Lecture on Thursday, March 14.

By Bill Snyder
March 4, 2013

Gene ‘dose’ may be key to autism

Individuals with overexpression of the gene MECP2 have core features of autism spectrum disorder.

By Bill Snyder
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February 28, 2013

Potent genetic risk factor for breast cancer identified

Researchers at Vanderbilt University have found a powerful new genetic risk factor for breast cancer.

By Bill Snyder
February 28, 2013

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.

By Bill Snyder