Department of Medicine

Cell signaling targets in leukemia

Vanderbilt researchers identified a critical role for IL-1beta signaling in leukemia cells with a certain mutation, suggesting this pathway may be a good target for novel treatments.

Weigh risks, plan ahead prior to gathering for the holidays

Vanderbilt University Medical Center infectious disease experts advise this is the season to think very wisely about planned get-togethers.

Gene discoveries give new hope to people who stutter

New research shows the potential to identify therapeutic directions that could improve outcomes for people who stutter.

Study links depression scores, white blood cell count

Department of Medicine December Grand Rounds announced

Study examines genetic risk for suicide attempt

New research from Vanderbilt identifies the first replicated genomic region contributing to risk of suicide attempt and confirms that genetic risk for the trait is not driven solely by risk for psychiatric disorders.