Reporter Nov 16 2012

November 21, 2012

Carcinogenic chemicals cramp DNA

Researchers have determined how a DNA lesion caused by exposure to chemicals may spark cancer formation.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 19, 2012

Bird’s eye view of gut development

A new map of the developing gut of quail offers valuable tool for studying intestinal diseases.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 16, 2012

Green tea for failing hearts?

The main antioxidant compound in green tea increases contractile force in isolated heart cells, suggesting it may be useful in heart failure.

By Leigh MacMillan
November 15, 2012

Lorenzi lands biomedical informatics excellence award

Nancy Lorenzi, Ph.D., assistant vice chancellor for Health Affairs and professor of Biomedical Informatics, has received the Morris F. Collen Award of Excellence, internationally recognized as the capstone award in biomedical informatics.

By Paul Govern
November 15, 2012

Heart Association honors Roden’s research efforts

Dan Roden, M.D., assistant vice chancellor for Personalized Medicine and William Stokes Professor of Experimental Therapeutics, received a 2012 Distinguished Scientist Award at the annual Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association (AHA) last week in Los Angeles.

By Kathy Whitney
November 15, 2012

Noted neuroscientist Sur set to deliver Discovery Lecture

Mriganka Sur, Ph.D., will deliver the next Flexner Discovery Lecture on Thursday, Nov. 29.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 15, 2012

Advanced heart failure care now offered in Columbia

Under the direction of cardiologist Rebecca Hung, M.D., Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute is offering advanced heart failure services at its Columbia, Tenn., office.
By Kathy Whitney
November 15, 2012

American Board of Thoracic Surgery honors two from VU

The American Board of Thoracic Surgery has elected two Vanderbilt surgeons to its 17-member board of directors.
By VUMC News and Communications
November 15, 2012

Weinger elected fellow of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

Matthew Weinger, M.D., professor of Anesthesiology, Biomedical Informatics and Medical Education, has been elected a fellow of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society in recognition of his achievements and contributions to the society.
By Jill Clendening
November 15, 2012

Photo: Conte Center Symposium

By VUMC News and Communications
November 15, 2012

Nursing School keeps military ties strong

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing honored students, faculty and staff during a special Veterans Day celebration this week.
By VUMC News and Communications
November 15, 2012

Cardiology conference set for Jamaica

The International Cardiovascular Scholars Exchange program, sponsored by Vanderbilt’s Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, is co-hosting the inaugural Advances in Cardiovascular Care Conference, which has adopted the theme “Hearts of Legends: Extending the Heart Beat of Jamaica.”
By Kathy Whitney
November 15, 2012

Grant to bolster care of ventilated ICU patients

Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators have received a $2.8 million grant from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to continue studying ways to improve sedation management for intensive care unit patients who are on mechanical ventilators.
By Jill Clendening