Tag: Research
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New Therapeutic Target for Osteoarthritis Identified
Investigators have discovered that a subset of sensory neurons promote osteoarthritis-related joint pain and inflammation, suggesting a new therapeutic target for pain management, according to findings published in Nature Communications.
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Largest Cell Map of Human Lung Reveals Insights Into Disease
Northwestern Medicine scientists helped develop the largest and most comprehensive cell map of the human lung in a recent study published in Nature Medicine.
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Biological Aging Increases Risk of Depression, Anxiety in Adults
Advanced biological aging may increase the risk of depression or anxiety in midlife for older adults, according to a recent study published in Nature Communications.
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Developing New Nanoparticle Treatments for Brain Tumors
Northwestern Medicine investigators have developed a novel nanoparticle treatment for glioblastoma, according to a study published in Nature Communications.
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Newly Discovered Mechanisms Increase Chemotherapy Resistance in Breast Cancer
Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered novel features of circulating tumor stem cells that can promote chemotherapy evasion and metastasis in triple-negative breast cancer, according to a recent study.
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Improving Cancer Detection for Women with Dense Breasts
The use of ultrasound screening and 3D mammography only slightly increases the detection rate of breast cancer in women with dense breasts, according to a prospective multicenter study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
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Transcription Factor Prevents Bone Frailty in Chronic Kidney Disease
Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered that the overexpression of a specific transcription factor prevented bone loss in mouse models with complications from chronic kidney disease, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
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Study Establishes Fluctuating ’Gating’ Mechanisms Supporting Flexible Behavior
A study led by Elizabeth Johnson, PhD, has established fluctuating “gating” mechanisms that support flexible behavior and working memory in humans, findings recently published in Nature Communications.
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Discussing New Frontiers in Biomedicine
An expert panel of Northwestern leaders recently explored hot topics in longevity, AI, regenerative medicine, bioelectronics and new approaches to cancer treatment.
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Reducing Seizures After Brain Tumor Treatment
Northwestern Medicine investigators have shown that inhibiting a mutated gene can reduce seizure activity in adult-type diffuse gliomas, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
