Aliquots - Research Briefs Archive — Page 50 of 86
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October 12, 2016
Imaging probe for retinal disease
An imaging probe developed at Vanderbilt detects retinal inflammation early and may allow therapeutic intervention to prevent blindness. -
October 11, 2016
Culprits in genetic epilepsies
Genetic variation in GABA-A receptors confers risk for inherited forms of epilepsy. -
October 7, 2016
Rheumatoid subtypes explored by PheWAS
A computer-based method pioneered at Vanderbilt is being used to compare subtypes of rheumatoid arthritis. -
October 6, 2016
Motoring to the tips of the brush border
New findings implicate a motor protein in the assembly of the brush border in the intestines and kidneys – a specialized surface that is critical for healthy organ function. -
September 29, 2016
BMI genotype and breast cancer risk
For breast cancer prevention, a new study provides evidence for lifestyle modification to reduce weight gain in adults. -
September 28, 2016
Targeting norovirus “noxiousness”
New discoveries will guide efforts to develop vaccines or antiviral agents for norovirus, the most common cause of infectious diarrhea. -
September 23, 2016
Blood exposures for traditional healers
Traditional healers in sub-Saharan have a high rate of exposure to blood, putting them at risk for HIV and hepatitis C.