Research News

Research News spotlights the latest developments in health sciences research at Emory University.

Dr. David Schulman  

November 11, 2009

Sound Science: Putting Sleep Disorders to Rest

Improving Health for Pregnant Farmworkers

Emory Ranked 5th Best Place to Work for Life Scientists

ALS Researchers Seek a Breakthrough

"Conveyor Belt" Cell May Be Key to Improved Oral and Nasal Vaccines

Dr. Donald Stein  

October 23, 2009

Sound Science: Progesterone Is More Than a Sex Hormone

Depression Boosts Heart Disease Risk by Affecting Stress-Induced Blood Flow

Potential Drug Kills Cancer Cells by Preventing Response to Low Oxygen

Powerful Genomics Database Creates New Clinical and Research Tool for Autism

Why Vaccine Compliance Matters

Dr. Sharma  

September 30, 2009

Sound Science: Preparing for novel H1N1

Emory External Research Funding Increases 18 Percent, Tops $482 Million

Emory CFAR Will Serve as Atlanta Host for Global AIDS Vaccine 2010 Conference

Evolution Doesn't Run Backwards

Uncovering Schizophrenia Genes

David Stephens  

August 31, 2009

Sound Science: Gained in Translation

NIH Stimulus Funds Support Research Discoveries, Scientists, Trainees

A Caution Light for AIDS

Emory Flu Fighters

Yerkes Researchers Propose Ambitious New Strategies for AIDS Vaccine Research

Rafi Ahmed  

July 23, 2009

Sound Science: A New and Faster Way to Fight Flu

Emory Injury Control Center Joins CDC National Network

Seers of Cancer Trials

Solving the Dominican Paradox

Emory Joins National HIV Prevention Trials Network, Begins New Clinical Trials

Javed Butler  

July 1, 2009

Sound Science: Predicting and Preventing Heart Failure

Progesterone vs.Traumatic Brain Injury Gets Nationwide Evaluation

Move Over Free Radicals; Sulfur Takes Center Stage in Oxidative Stress

Genetically Engineered Mouse Helps Sort Out Parkinson's Non-Montor Symptoms

Transplant Drug Stimulates Immune Memory, Could Help Strengthen Vaccines

Venkat Narayan  

June 11, 2009

Sound Science: Tracking and Treating Diabetes and Heart Disease in South Asia

Advancing Cancer Research in Georgia

"Vaccinating" Roundworms Illustrates Links Between Immunity and Lifespan

New HIV Vaccine Clinical Trials Begin at Vaccine Center's Hope Clinic

Neuroscience Core Facilities Offer Scientific Services for Emory Investigators

Winship Cancer Institute  

May 13, 2009

Sound Science: Technology Transfer –– Bringing Reseach to the People

Emory Plays Leading Role in National H1N1 Research Effort

Genomics Core Lab Brings "Next-Generation DNA Sequencing" to Emory

Geneticists Work With Clinicians to Unravel Autism and Its Triggers, One Gene at a Time

Sleep Apnea Increases Heart Disease Risk

Winship Cancer Institute  

April 15, 2009

Winship Cancer Institute Achieves National Cancer Institute Designation

Sound Science: Diagnosing Memory Loss

Infused Bone Marrow Stem Cells Increase Circulation in Heart

Biomarker Points to Dietary Changes Needed to Reduce Age-Related and Chronic Disease

Financial Advice Causes the Brain to Off-Load Risky Decision Making

Emory and Georgia Tech  

March 23, 2009

Emory and Georgia Tech: A Wide-Ranging Research Partnership

Sound Science: Neglected Tropical Diseases    

Inside the Protein Factory: Hunting for the Origins of Life

Technology Transfer Celebration Awards Emory Innovators     

Growing Up and Older with Cystic Fibrosis

Martin and Esper  

March 2, 2009

Sound Science: The Severe Consequences of Sepsis

How Biology Influences Our Economic Choices

Virus-Like Particles May Offer Solution to Avian Flu Vaccines

Naturally Occurring Protein Can Shrink Brain Tumors' Blood Supply

Emory Ranks 16th Nationally in Licensing Revenue from Research Discoveries

American Heath Month  

February 16, 2009

Research Provides Hope During American Heart Month

Sound Science: Coping with Cancer's Emotional Fallout

Bone Marrow Cells Heal Nerves in Diabetes Model

A Safer Stent for Stroke Prevention

Future Directions for Monkey Models of Disease

Chris Larsen  

January 29, 2009

Sound Science: Treating Diabetes with Islet Transplants

Factoring the Environment into Parkinson's Disease

GTEC Renews Commitment to Regenerative Medicine

Resisting a Slimy Enemy

Blocking Toxic Effects Could Make Clot Buster Safer

Omer Kucuk  

January 14, 2009

Toxicity Mechanism Identified for Parkinson's

Sound Science: What Fruits and Vegetables Have to Do with Cancer

SECEBT Faces Biologic Threats with Network of Partners

Rules for Gene Silencing in Cancer Cells Identified

A Better Way to Diagnose Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

WHSC Web Site  

December 18, 2008

New WHSC Website Launches, Includes Multi-Level View of Research

Blocking Immune Inhibitor Improves Response to HIV-Like Virus in Monkeys

Sound Science: What's Behind the Increase in Childhood Liver Disease?

Inflammation from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome May Be Risk Factor for Other Illnesses

Saving Lives With Pediatric Kidney Transplants

Ernest Garcia  

December 4, 2008

Predictive Health Symposium Links Molecular Studies and Population Health

Rapid Screening Test Detects Early Alzheimer's Disease

Emory-S. Africa Drug Training Partnership Creates New Model for Entrepreneur

Researchers Take Stock After a Promising HIV Vaccine Falters

Sound Science: A Dynamic Diagnostic Toolbox for Cardiac Care 

Charles Staley  

November 13, 2008

Sound Science: Exploring New Treatments for Rare Cancers

Stem Cells from Monkey Teeth Stimulate Growth of Brain Cells

Daily Rhythms in Blood Vessels May Explain Morning Peak in Heart Attacks

New Biomarker for Heart Failure Identified

Global Access Principles Guide Emory Technology Transfer

Art Kellermann  

October 30, 2008

Sound Science: Swift Action Critical to Restart Heart

"Germs Go Global:" Trust for America's Health Report on Disease Threat to U.S.

A Trio of Alzheimer's Clinical Trials

Animal Studies Show Polymer Beads Deliver Drugs Safely After Heart Attack

Atlanta Clinical and Translational Science Institute (ACTSI) Premiers New Website

Helen Mayberg  

October 16, 2008

Sound Science: Neuroscientist Discusses Promising Treatment for Severe Depression

Emory Creates New Conflict Oversight, Announces New Disclosure Requirements

Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Parkinson's Disease

Cancer Drug May Hold Clues to Inflammation

Genome Sequence Will Help Unlock Secrets of Stealthy and Neglected Malaria Parasite

Max Cooper  

September 25, 2008

Sound Science: Immunologist Discusses Jawless Fish--and Your Immune System

The Hidden Truth About Alcohol and Lung Injury

Why Some Primates Live with an HIV-Like Virus and Don't Progress to AIDS

Emory Enrolls Volunteers in National Bird Flu Vaccine Clinical Trial

New Cytogenetics Tests Help Sort Out Pediatric Diagnoses

Dr. Greg Berns  

September 10, 2008

Sound Science: Conversations on Transforming Health and Healing

"Shotgun Glycomics" Project Recognized by NIH as Exceptionally Significant

Arteries Have Unique Roles in Immune Defense

Monkeys Enjoy Giving to Others

Innovative Eye Implants in "Compassionate Trial" Aim to Halt Inherited Retinal Disease

Magnolia Compound Hits Elusive Target in Cancer Cells  

August 20, 2008

Trapping White Blood Cells to Treat Chronic Viral Infections

Magnolia Compound Hits Elusive Target in Cancer Cells

Study of Former Child Soldiers Yields New Data to Guide Mental Health Interventions

What Your Body Knows

Cardiologists Connect High Blood Pressure and Gum Health

Diabetes is a Global Problem  

July 31, 2008

Deep Brain Stimulation Shows Promise for Difficult-to-Treat Depression

Antibiotics Can Improve Gene-Silencing Tool

Seeing Smarter: Better Diagnosis With New Imaging Tools

No Matter What Language You Speak, Diabetes is a Global Problem

Unraveling the Mysteries of PTSD

Gene Silencer and Quantum Dots Reduce Protein Production to a Whisper  

July 9, 2008

Medicine and Engineering Converge in 10-Year Partnership

Ecology and Public Health: The City as Lab

Gene Silencer and Quantum Dots Reduce Protein Production to a Whisper

Against All Odds: Notable Tech Transfer Success Stories

Human Research Protection Group Accredits Emory University

 

June 13, 2008

Health Sciences Redevelopment Plans Include New Research Space

CancerQuest Website Features Interviews with Winship Cancer Institute Researchers

Protein Could Provide Innate Defense Against HIV

Science Coalition Features Emory-GeoVax Biotech Success Story

"Intrabody" Mops Up Mutant Huntington's Protein in Mice

 

May 30, 2008

Research Program at Atlanta VA Medical Center Among Nation's Tops

First Transgenic Huntington's Primate Model Could Lead to Therapy Breakthroughs

The Emotional Fallout of War

ARCHE Report: Atlanta Ranks Fifth in Percentage of Higher Ed Research Spending

Emory Medical Faculty Reside in India as Part of Global Vaccine Partnership

Learning How Some Breast Cancers Resist Tamoxifen Could Help Improve Treatment

 

May 8, 2008

Bring Your Questions for Frans de Waal to the New York Times

Method for Fast Human Antibodies Against Flu Could Find Broad Use

Emory Global Health Institute Projects Span the Globe

Clinical Study Seeks Answers to Mysteries of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Preventing Stillbirths: A National Research Network Seeks Answers

Data + Mathematical Models = Dynamics of Malaria Infections


 

April 23, 2008

Visible Darkness: Pursuing the Biological Basis of Depression

Monkeys Show Toy Preferences Based on Gender

Secrets of a Silent Killer: Tracking the Clues to Hepatitis C

Plant Extract Shows Promise for Treating Inflammation

Outwitting Salmonella Infection


 

April 4, 2008

Imaging Spotlights Language Difference in Human and Chimp Brains

Mediterranean Diet = Less Oxidative Stress

Fruit Flies Lead the Way to Fragile X Drugs

The Busy Life of a Research VP

Simple Blood Test Could Alter Course of Colon Cancer

Training the Ebola Handlers

Turning Down the Heat Means Better Sleep for Dialysis Patients

Lung Cancer Cells' Survival Gene May Be Drug Target

Howard Hughes Medical Institute Opens Doors for Early-Career Scientists


 

March 18, 2008

Gold Nanoparticle Probes May Allow Earlier Cancer Detection

A Chip Off the Old Genomic Block

Angiogenesis May Hold Key to Efficient Treatment of Leprosy

Better Childhood Nutrition Increases Productivity, Emory Study Finds

Novel Anti-Cancer Strategy Yields Promising Results in Mouse Research

First Line of Defense Against Colds and Flu