Tag: Research
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Scientists and Students Share Insights at Computational Research Day
Computational Research Day brought together faculty members, investigators and students throughout Northwestern to showcase innovative research projects, share insights and tools, and strengthen the computational research community.
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Investigating Molecular Underpinnings of a Rare Melanoma
A study sheds new light on the molecular foundations of human acral lentiginous melanoma, a rare sun-shielded melanoma.
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Uncovering a Novel Mechanism in Cell Division
Northwestern Medicine scientists have demonstrated an important role for the methylation of the amino terminus of a specific protein in maintaining centromere function and chromosome segregation, both important in cell division.
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Pioneering Precision Medicine in Cancer
OncoSET, the flagship clinical and research program of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, combines oncology with genomic sequencing to provide cutting-edge cancer care personalized for each patient.
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Investigating Quality of Life After Breast Reconstruction
Women who underwent autologous breast reconstruction following a mastectomy reported greater psychosocial and sexual well-being than those who chose implant-based reconstruction, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
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Identifying a Novel Target for Cancer Immunotherapy
Targeting a molecule called B7-H4 may lead to the development of new therapies that boost the immune system’s ability to fight cancer, according to a review published in the journal Immunological Reviews.
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Scientists Develop Novel Platform to Investigate Therapeutic Nanomaterials
Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a novel testing platform to assess, in real time, the efficacy of nanomaterials in regulating gene expression.
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Showcasing Innovative Science at Record-Breaking Research Day 2017
The 13th Annual Lewis Landsberg Research Day broke records with more than 400 abstract presentations that showcased the diversity of innovative research taking place at Feinberg.
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Race Ranks Higher Than Pounds in Diabetes, Heart-Health Risks
Americans of South Asian descent are twice as likely as whites to have risks for heart disease, stroke and diabetes, when their weight is in the normal range, according to a recent study.
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Wearable Medical Device Improves Survival for Patients with Glioblastoma
Northwestern medicine scientist have shown how a medical device that delivers alternating electrical fields in addition to traditional chemotherapy can improve survival for patients with glioblastoma.
