Researchers Receive Commercialization Grant to Develop Viral Inhibitors
Jonathan Leis, PhD, professor in Microbiology-Immunology, received a grant to support his research on small molecule inhibitors that block the replication of enveloped viruses such as herpes and HIV.
New Human Enzyme Provides Genetic Link to Gestational Diabetes
A new study from Northwestern Medicine and Duke University has identified an enzyme that may be a genetic predictor for whether an expectant mother develops hyperglycemia.
Isolated Systolic Hypertension Indicates Heart Disease Risk for Younger Adults
A new Northwestern Medicine study provides evidence suggesting that high systolic blood pressure in younger adults increases their future cardiovascular disease risk.