Research Archive — Page 57 of 133
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May 10, 2022
Autism and sleep problems
Vanderbilt researchers developed a framework for using de-identified medical records to characterize sleep in people on the autism spectrum — a framework that should also be useful for studying other neurodevelopmental disorders. -
May 9, 2022
Gene variants and transplant drug dose
Genotyping multiple enzymes that metabolize the immunosuppressive drug tacrolimus — common used for lung transplant recipients — is important for correct dosing of the drug, Vanderbilt researchers found. -
May 5, 2022
VUMC team discovers how bacterial pathogen survives without water
Vanderbilt researchers are studying a bacterial pathogen that can survive on hospital surfaces — without water — for months, an ability that has helped it become a leading cause of hospital-acquired infections. -
May 5, 2022
COVID-associated bleeding risk
While case reports have noted acquired hemophilia after COVID-19 infection or vaccination, a new study finds no increased risk. -
May 5, 2022
Gene network linked to Type 2 diabetes
Vanderbilt researchers used a novel analytical approach to identify a network of genes associated with Type 2 diabetes, including 31 genes that had not previously been associated with the disease. -
April 28, 2022
Studies combine genetic testing, electronic health records to find undiagnosed diseases
Combining genetic testing with information from electronic health records revealed undiagnosed heart rhythm disorders and new conditions associated with inherited cancer gene mutations. -
April 26, 2022
Calculating risk for uterine fibroids
Vanderbilt researchers have constructed a polygenic risk score for uterine fibroids that will be useful for exploring causes of these benign tumors and identifying novel drug targets and therapies.