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antibodies
October 7, 2011

Diversity key in antibody repertoire

Antibodies to the 2009 H1N1 influenza strain reveal new insights into how antibody diversity forms and functions, with possible implications for designing flu vaccines.

By Vanderbilt Health News
Two researchers stand in a laboratory beside illuminated scientific equipment and sample containers.
October 7, 2011

Heart protein may be target for colon cancer therapies

A protein critical in heart development may also play a part in colon cancer progression.

By Vanderbilt Health News
brain
October 5, 2011

Parkinson’s deep brain target fired up

Neuronal activity in a deep brain region increases as Parkinson’s disease advances, a new study suggests.

By Leigh MacMillan
Illustration of red blood cells flowing through the interior of a blood vessel.
May 5, 2011

Stents relieve post-infection problem

Placing stents in blood vessels can provide long-term relief from rare complications of a fungal lung infection.

By Vanderbilt Health News
Close-up side profile of a person smelling a white rose.
March 17, 2011

Smell test tells disorders apart

Patients with certain autonomic nervous system disorders have impaired odor identification, which could aid in diagnosis.

By Leigh MacMillan