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Global Health Day Highlights Education, Research and Outreach
Feinberg’s Robert J. Havey, MD Institute for Global Health hosted the 11th annual Global Health symposium on December 2, celebrating global health research, education and outreach efforts from Feinberg global health investigators, faculty, students and community partners.
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Disability Advocacy Coalition Conference Fosters Inclusion, Education
Medical students and disability advocates gathered at the second Disability Advocacy Coalition in Medicine Interprofessional Virtual Conference to address ableism in medicine and medical education.
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Study Identifies Novel Epigenetic Changes in Pediatric Brain Cancer
Investigators have identified previously unknown sets of epigenetic changes in pediatric brain tumors, which could serve as novel therapeutic targets and provide alternative treatment options.
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Five PA Students Awarded National Health Service Corps Scholarships
Five physician assistant students have been awarded scholarships from the National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program.
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Mustanski Named Director of Third Coast Center for AIDS Research
Brian Mustanski, PhD, has been named director of the Third Coast Center for AIDS Research.
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Re-Examining Antibodies’ Role in Childhood Allergies
The presence of food-specific IgA antibodies in the gut does not prevent peanut or egg allergies from developing in children, according to a Northwestern Medicine-led study published in Science Translational Medicine.
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New Center for Collaborative AI in Healthcare
The Institute for Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (I.AIM) has established the Center for Collaborative AI in Healthcare, with the mission of advancing artificial intelligence science, engineering and translation throughout healthcare specialties and create a positive impact on precision medicine.
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Feinberg Investigators Featured on Global ‘Highly Cited’ List
Twelve faculty with appointments at Feinberg were named to the 2022 “Highly Cited Researchers” list, published by Clarivate Analytics.
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Genetic Testing for Epilepsy Improves Patient Outcomes
Genetic testing in epilepsy patients can inform treatment and lead to better outcomes in many cases, according to a study published in JAMA Neurology.
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Beyond Biology: Using the Fundamentals of Synthetic Biology to Address Complex Problems
At Feinberg, scientists are pursuing synthetic biology research to address the health challenges and diseases that humans face.
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Northwestern Investigates COVID-19: Maternal Vaccinations, Burnout and Therapeutic Targets
Northwestern Medicine investigators continue to study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on health outcomes and society, from maternal vaccinations and antibody response to reducing burnout amongst healthcare workers and identifying novel therapeutic targets.
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Vitamin D Fails to Reduce Statin-Associated Muscle Pain
A new study has shown that vitamin D supplements do not reduce muscle pain associated with statin drugs.
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Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science Launches
The Institute for Public Health and Medicine’s Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science recently held its inaugural strategic planning meeting, which welcomed Feinberg faculty to learn about the center’s vision, goals and opportunities for collaboration.
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Education, Place of Birth Contribute to Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Cardiovascular Health
A study led by Northwestern Medicine investigators found that education and place of birth significantly contribute to racial and ethnic differences in cardiovascular health among U.S. adults.
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Kennedy Receives 2022 Eppendorf and Science Prize for Neurobiology
Ann Kennedy, PhD, assistant professor of Neuroscience, has been named the winner of the 2022 Eppendorf and Science Prize for Neurobiology.
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Study Uncovers Mechanism Behind Primary Graft Dysfunction
Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered the pathways through which autoantibodies leak out of blood vessels, causing primary graft dysfunction in some lung transplant recipients.
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Student Research Aims to Understand Postnatal Care Barriers in Liberia
Sam Blizzard, a second-year medical student, is wrapping up a research project which took him to remote communities in Liberia.
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Uterine Fibroid Growth Activated by Chemicals Found in Everyday Products
A Northwestern Medicine study has demonstrated a causal link between environmental phthalates and the increased growth of uterine fibroids.
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ER Visits Among Youth With Suicidal Thoughts had Already Spiked in Fall 2019
Even before COVID-19, emergency departments experienced a spike in visits for youth with suicidal thoughts or ideas, according to a recent study.
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Medical Student Presents Research at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress
Madeline Owen, a second-year medical student, presented her research, which explored gender differences in hip arthroscopy outcomes for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome, at this year’s American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress in San Diego.
