Byline: Melissa Rohman
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Drug May Delay Progression of Ovarian Cancer
The drug rucaparib significantly delayed cancer progression for women with ovarian cancer and may be an effective option for maintenance therapy, according to findings from a recent clinical trial.
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Earlier Treatment May Reduce Cardiovascular Disease
Starting cholesterol-lowering treatment earlier may increase the its benefits, reducing heart attack and stroke over time, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.
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Medical School Research Funding Breaks Records in 2020
Feinberg principal investigators secured a record-breaking $643 million in research funding and awards during the 2019-2020 fiscal year.
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Protein Paves the Way for Early HIV Infection
Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered that a specialized protein associated with the microtubules of a cell helps facilitate and regulate early stages of HIV infection.
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Dermatology Chief Resident Discusses ABC News Internship
Molly Stout, MD, chief resident in the Department of Dermatology, has been interning for ABC News’ Medical Unit through their Resident Rotation Program, helping with writing and reviewing medical news stories for the network’s major TV news stations and website.
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Novel AI Technique Identifies Viral Control of Intracellular Changes
Using an artificial intelligence cell classification technique, Northwestern Medicine investigators have found that viruses can control structural and genetic polarity inside the cell nucleus.
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Understanding Mitochondrial Dysfunction’s Impact on Neurological Diseases
A recent Northwestern Medicine study may improve the understanding of mitochondrial dysfunction and its impact on the development of neurological diseases.
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Faculty Discuss Current State of the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Northwestern Medicine investigators share their expertise about the current state of the pandemic, strategies to help mitigate its impact and what the upcoming flu season may look like.
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Galter Librarian Named Illinois Academic Librarian of the Year
Molly Beestrum, MLIS, education and curriculum coordinator for the Galter Health Sciences Library and Learning Center, has been named Illinois Academic Librarian of the Year by the Illinois Library Association.
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Medical Student Discusses Native American Medical Student Association
Caitlin Jacobs, a third-year medical student, helped establish Feinberg’s Association of Native American Medical Students last year to increase awareness of Native American health issues and foster better understanding of Native American cultures.
