Bill Snyder Archive — Page 96 of 119

February 12, 2015

VU study explores inflammation, hypertension link

The evidence is increasing: the immune system and inflammation are key contributors to high blood pressure.

By Bill Snyder
February 5, 2015

Frontiers of Biomedical Imaging Science conference set for May 12-15

Imaging technologies and image-guided interventions will be highlighted during “Frontiers of Biomedical Imaging Science V” to be held May 12-15 at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center. The event is hosted by the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS).

By Bill Snyder
January 29, 2015

Core facilities key driver of VUMC research gains

During the past five years, Vanderbilt University Medical Center has become a leader in “personalized medicine,” the use of genomic information to individualize patient care.

By Bill Snyder
puzzel pieces, autism
January 29, 2015

Altered dopamine signaling may offer a clue to autism

Newly discovered genetic variations linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) disrupt the function of the dopamine transporter, suggesting that altered dopamine signaling contributes to this common developmental condition, according to a Vanderbilt University-led research team.

By Bill Snyder
January 28, 2015

New clue to a devastating disease

New findings suggest a previously unrecognized role for the Sox10 transcription factor in Hirschsprung’s disease, and may lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for this disease.

By Bill Snyder
obesity or overweight belly
January 22, 2015

New signaling pathway provides clues to obesity

A Vanderbilt University-led research team has discovered a molecular “rheostat” in the brain’s appetite control center that may provide new insights into obesity, which is at epidemic levels in this country.

By Bill Snyder