Research Archive — Page 27 of 139

Blue-toned collage of multiple brain MRI scans shown in axial, sagittal, and coronal views, with technical scan labels around the images.
November 27, 2024

New research points way to more reliable brain studies

A new study in Nature identifies research strategies for tying brain function and structure to behavior and health.

By Paul Govern
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November 27, 2024

Vanderbilt scientists discover shared genetic foundations between musical rhythm and human language

The study revealed overlapping genetic underpinnings between rhythm-related skills and language-related traits, including dyslexia.

By Danny Bonvissuto
Fluorescence microscopy image showing bright orange-purple actin structures forming long, finger-like protrusions from a tuft cell.
November 26, 2024

What’s all the tuft about?

Vanderbilt researchers used advanced imaging techniques to detail the microscopic structure of intestinal tuft cells, highlighting their unique organization of the structural protein actin.

By Amanda Ruelas
Futuristic blue digital illustration combining a DNA double helix with glowing circuit-board patterns, binary-style numbers, and vertical data streams.
November 26, 2024

Novel genetics approach enhances discovery of disease risk genes

VUMC researchers applied the new approach to large GWAS datasets for breast, prostate and lung cancers, and three brain disorders.

By Leigh MacMillan
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November 25, 2024

Potential treatment eyed for abnormal blood cell disorder

Research could lead to improved diagnosis and the first effective treatment for the disorder, called “clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential,” or CHIP. 

By Bill Snyder
Stanley Cohen, PhD, gestures while speaking to a seated audience in front of a whiteboard.
November 21, 2024

Ken Lau and Eunyoung Choi named 2024 Stanley Cohen Innovation Fund awardees

By Marissa Shapiro