Research Archive — Page 113 of 139

Three researchers pose in a laboratory, with two standing in white coats behind an older man seated in front; shelves of laboratory bottles and equipment are visible in the background.
January 10, 2019

Bile acids mediate metabolic benefits of weight-loss surgery

A team of Vanderbilt investigators has pinpointed the role of bile acids and a specific signaling pathway in the positive metabolic effects of weight-loss surgery.

By Leigh MacMillan
Five adults pose together indoors, with three seated in front and two standing behind.
December 31, 2018

Hundreds of new blood pressure gene variations discovered

By Bill Snyder
Figure comparing brain-imaging results. Four columns labeled MRI, PET, SPECT, and Combined show axial brain slices. A. ALE Meta-Analysis displays sparse red regions; B. Network Localization displays broader red-to-yellow network regions, with scales indicating statistical values and connectivity percentages.
December 14, 2018

Using a mapping technique to reassess prior Alzheimer’s studies finds ‘powerful,’ improved reproducibility

A neurologist is using a mapping analysis in a new study to rethink where symptoms or cognitive processes should show up in the brain. The results are ‘powerful.’

By Holly Fletcher
Transparent laboratory pipette marked with red measurement graduations resting across multiple clear Petri dishes containing pink-purple liquid.
December 13, 2018

Lean vs. obese adipose tissue cells

A greater understanding of the mechanisms and cell types involved in returning adipose (fatty) tissue to the lean state may lead to more effective treatments for obesity.

By Bill Snyder
Mary Philip, MD, PhD, wearing a white lab coat in a laboratory.
December 13, 2018

Philip’s liver cancer research receives V Foundation support

Mary Philip, MD, PhD, has been named a 2019 V Scholar and will receive $200,000 from the V Foundation for Cancer Research.

By Tom Wilemon
December 13, 2018

Breast cancer-killing RIG

A compound that activates a virus-sensing receptor has potent therapeutic effects in a mouse model of breast cancer.

By Leigh MacMillan