Environmental Protection Agency

The organ-on-a-chip device used by Osteen’s lab allows a constant flow of fluids that more accurately represents human internal organ systems.
September 19, 2019

Study seeks factors that increase risk of toxicant exposure

Vanderbilt researchers hope to identify factors that may make humans more susceptible to toxicant exposure — specifically the presence of pre-existing inflammatory disease.

By Kelsey Herbers
October 26, 2018

Fetal membranes and microbial threats

Understanding how cells communicate in the membranes surrounding the developing fetus could suggest new strategies for preventing infections, premature birth and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

By Leigh MacMillan