Research

March 3, 2011

Worm gene function? Check the map.

New gene expression atlas created for roundworms provides a basis for establishing roles for individual genes in the development of specific cell types.

By Leigh MacMillan
March 2, 2011

A better picture of bone strength

A component of some MRI scans reveals that “soft” components, like collagen and collagen-bound water, are important players in bone strength.

By VUMC News and Communications
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February 24, 2011

Support needed to help nurses tackle substance abuse

Support and treatment, not punishment, are needed to help the 10 to 20 percent of U.S. nurses and nursing students who may have problems with substance abuse and addiction.

By VUMC News and Communications
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February 22, 2011

Protein ‘scissors’ cut path for cancer

The protein matriptase “cuts” a key component of the prostate tissue barrier and may be involved in prostrate cancer progression, new research finds.

By Leigh MacMillan
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February 17, 2011

Getting left-right asymmetry right

The protein Nodal has been found to hold the keys to vertebrate asymmetry.

By Leigh MacMillan
February 16, 2011

Integrin curbs cancer’s spread

Cell surface molecules called integrins have been found to play an important role when cancer metastasizes.

By VUMC News and Communications
February 15, 2011

Fluorine aids gene silencing

Modifying a form of RNAs may improve their efficacy for research and medical uses.
By VUMC News and Communications
February 9, 2011

Vanderbilt-pioneered fetal surgery procedure yields positive results

Results of a landmark, seven-year National Institutes of Health-funded trial, Management of Myelomeningocele Study (MOMS), demonstrate clear benefit for babies who undergo fetal surgery to treat spina bifida, the most common birth defect in the central nervous system.
By VUMC News and Communications
February 9, 2011

Seeing serotonin neurons in action

By Leigh MacMillan
February 1, 2011

Protein related to aging holds breast cancer clues

By VUMC News and Communications
January 31, 2011

Breast cancer patients with strong social network live longer

By VUMC News and Communications
January 12, 2011

Seven Vanderbilt University Faculty Honored by AAAS Scientific Society

By Leigh MacMillan
January 6, 2011

Aliquots – VUMC research highlights

By VUMC News and Communications