NIH Archive
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July 16, 2019
A critical factor for wound healing
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center scientists have discovered a role for a tumor suppressor protein in skin wound healing. -
July 15, 2019
Potassium balance and glaucoma
Vanderbilt Eye Institute researchers have discovered that an imbalance in the ionic environment of retinal ganglion cells may contribute to functional impairments in glaucoma. -
July 11, 2019
New look at atherosclerosis
A new imaging method makes it possible to directly measure cell division and changes in metabolism in atherosclerotic plaques. -
July 11, 2019
Working memory in psychotic disorders
Functional MRI studies have revealed that targeting activation of certain brain regions may improve working memory and cognition in psychotic disorders. -
June 24, 2019
Early detection of schizophrenia
Inhibited temperament — a tendency to respond to novelty with wariness, fear or caution — may be a risk factor for schizophrenia that could be targeted for preventative interventions. -
June 24, 2019
Fish oil and cancer prevention
Fish oil supplementation provides a modest but beneficial effect on reducing molecules associated with colorectal cancer development. -
June 20, 2019
Microbiome links diet to health
Vanderbilt researchers have discovered that the gut microbiome composition modulates how dietary nutrients are metabolized, with potential downstream consequences on metabolic health.