All News Archive — Page 92 of 168
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September 12, 2024
Pedaling for a purpose
The cycling event Clip In 4 the Cure is a way to help raise funds for research initiatives at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. -
September 11, 2024
Becker’s names VUMC a leading health system in AI
VUMC was recognized thanks to the leadership of Vanderbilt’s Department of Biomedical Informatics and its new AI Discovery & Vigilance to Accelerate Innovation & Clinical Excellence. -
September 11, 2024
Kelly Dooley’s TB research receives MERIT Award from the NIH
Researchers must continually chase funding for their work. Kelly Dooley's prestigious award from the NIH is intended to help provide respite from that chase. -
September 10, 2024
Department of Pediatrics establishes Dr. Kathryn Edwards Society
In addition to pediatric vaccine evaluation and implementation, the clinical care of patients, and public health advocacy, Edwards has been dedicated to teaching and mentoring many trainees. -
September 9, 2024
High-sensitivity test expected to expedite heart attack diagnosis and treatment
At Vanderbilt University Hospital, there are approximately 75,000 adult emergency department visits a year, and approximately 20% of all ED patients receive a cardiac troponin test as part of their initial evaluation. The new cardiac troponin test is more precise and provides results faster. -
September 9, 2024
Peptide discovery could advance treatment of high blood pressure
VUMC researchers found that peptides modified by highly reactive compounds called isolevuglandins activated T cells and promoted hypertension in mice. Their first-ever isolation of such peptides is a step toward potentially intervening in this pathologic process. -
September 9, 2024
Young patients, Nashville Soccer Club score big with Kicks N’ Convos experience
The Jr. Broadcaster for Kicks N’ Convos, a patient-engagement experience that introduces one patient from Monroe Carell to the NSC for behind-the-scenes involvement, interviews with players and opportunities to attend matches.