biomarkers
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August 29, 2014
Skin biopsy to diagnose depression?
It may be possible to use skin cells as biomarkers to diagnose and manage depression. -
April 18, 2013
Nobel laureate stresses need to develop biomarkers
After 40 years in basic science working with yeast cells, Nobel laureate Lee Hartwell, Ph.D., has turned his attention in a new direction. -
February 4, 2013
Brain tumor TIP reveals new target
The protein TIP-1 appears to be a novel prognostic marker for glioblastoma and may be a good therapeutic target for disrupting tumor-driven blood vessel development. -
December 20, 2012
Cancer markers from archived tissue
Archived tissue samples are yielding new disease biomarkers. -
July 31, 2012
Biomarkers may offer autism clues
A combination of biomarkers may reveal new clues about causes of and potential interventions for autism. -
June 11, 2012
Vanderbilt identifies genes linked to breast cancer chemo resistance
A study led by Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center investigators has identified a gene expression pattern that may explain why chemotherapy prior to surgery isn’t effective against some tumors and suggests new therapy options for patients with specific subtypes of breast cancer.