Aliquots - Research Briefs Archive — Page 61 of 87
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March 20, 2015
Streptococcus virulence involves three-step plasminogen binding
Researchers at Vanderbilt have shown for the first time how a component of streptococci A and C bacteria helps spread the virus so rapidly through the body. -
March 19, 2015
Multi-sensory processing model explores autism, schizophrenia
There is growing evidence that disorders such as autism and schizophrenia involve deficits in what is called “multi-sensory processing,” the ability of the brain to properly integrate information coming in through the eyes, ears and other senses. -
February 25, 2015
Antibiotics with anticancer potential
A series of experimental antibiotics may be a good starting point for developing new anticancer drugs. -
February 24, 2015
Contributors to coronavirus ‘fitness’
Understanding the role that host membrane modification plays in coronavirus replication is essential for developing novel approaches to block the viruses that cause SARS and MERS. -
February 20, 2015
Tiny model of diabetes
Vanderbilt University researchers have created a zebrafish model of skeletal muscle insulin resistance that could help improve diabetes treatment. -
February 19, 2015
‘Stretched’ cells promote cancer
Mechanical stress appears to be a critical factor in activating normal tissue-associated fibroblasts to generate cancer-associated fibroblasts. -
February 11, 2015
Kidney disease impacts HDL function
Chronic kidney disease impairs the protective functions of HDL, Vanderbilt researchers report this month.