Research Archive — Page 15 of 133
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May 22, 2025
Neuroscientist Huda Akil wins Vanderbilt Prize in Biomedical Science
Established by VUMC in 2006, the Vanderbilt Prize in Biomedical Science recognizes scientists of national reputation who have a stellar record of research accomplishments and are known for mentoring others in science. -
May 20, 2025
VUMC discovery one step closer to treatment for kidney fibrosis
Study shows that deletion of EGFR from myeloid cells accelerated recovery from acute kidney injury and reduced subsequent fibrosis. -
May 19, 2025
New study highlights improved treatment approach for people with mild asthma
A multicenter trial found that adding budesonide, an inhaled steroid, to albuterol significantly reduced severe asthma attacks compared to using albuterol alone. -
May 18, 2025
Study finds navigational bronchoscopy as effective and safer alternative to transthoracic biopsy for lung nodules
Each year, millions of lung nodules are detected during routine X-rays or CT scans. -
May 13, 2025
VUMC-Michigan team awarded NIH grant to determine the cause of psoriatic arthritis
The research could lead to better ways to treat psoriatic arthritis, a debilitating yet poorly understood joint disease that affects approximately 1 million people in the U.S. -
May 13, 2025
Monica Santisteban awarded grant from BrightFocus Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Program
Santisteban’s research project will investigate whether the renin angiotensin system plays an important role in the progression of pathology in Alzheimer’s disease. -
May 13, 2025
Study reveals sedentary behavior is an independent risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers found that increased sedentary behavior in aging adults was associated with worse cognition and brain shrinkage in areas related to risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease.