Author: kwm107
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Genetic Variants in Caffeine Perception
The more sensitive a person is to the bitter taste of caffeine, the more coffee they tend to drink, according to a new study.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery Leads to Worse Survival for Cervical Cancer Patients
Minimally invasive hysterectomy results in worse overall survival outcomes for cancer patients than traditional open surgery, according to a new study.
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Inflammation Can Lead to Circadian Sleep Disorders
Inflammation has unexpected effects on body clock function and can lead to sleep and shiftwork-type disorders, according to a new study.
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Another Record-Breaking Year For Northwestern Research
Northwestern’s sponsored research awards grew to $702.1 million last fiscal year, the largest amount in the University’s history and a 3.8 percent increase over the previous year’s record-breaking $676.5 million.
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Teresa Woodruff Elected to National Academy of Medicine
Teresa Woodruff, PhD, vice chair for research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and dean of the Graduate School, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine.
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Diabetes Drug Reduces Risk of Heart Attacks, Strokes From Air Pollution
Metformin, an inexpensive diabetes drug, has been found to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes triggered by air pollution by reducing inflammation in the lungs that triggers clotting.
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Campbell Named Vice Dean for Finance and Administration
Heather Campbell, MHS, has been named vice dean for finance and administration for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
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New Bio-Inspired Dynamic Materials Transform Themselves
Scientists have developed soft materials that assemble and disassemble on demand, opening the door for applications including robotics, drug delivery and tissue regeneration.
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Researchers Demonstrate First Example of a Bioresorbable Electronic Medicine
Scientists have developed the first example of a bioresorbable electronic medicine: an implantable, biodegradable wireless device that speeds nerve regeneration and improves the healing of a damaged nerve.
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New Center for Health Equity Transformation Established
Led by Melissa Simon, MD, MPH, the Center for Health Equity Transformation will build research infrastructure, conduct workforce development and support community partners in the effort to advance population health equity.
