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The Leiden Ranking 2011/2012 lists Emory University 44th among the top 500 research universities in the world. The ranking aims to provide highly accurate measurements of the scientific impact of universities and of universities' involvement in scientific collaboration.

An independent study commissioned by Emory University shows that the university is an important dynamo underpinning a strong economy and quality of life in Metro Atlanta and the State of Georgia. Explore theĀ Emory Community Impact Study for information about Emory's contributions to education, research, health care, jobs, community service, organizational partnerships, quality of life, and cultural opportunities.

The Georgia Tech/Emory Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) is seeking ideas and advisors from the Atlanta medical/research community for capstone project teams in biomedical engineering. If you have a clinical or surgical oriented idea or problem, you can work with a team of senior BME students in developing and testing a potential solution. More information is available about the Georgia Tech/Emory BME Senior Research Design Program.

 

 

 

 

 

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Sound Science: Putting Pressure on Norovirus
Norovirus is probably best known for causing outbreaks of illness in hotels and on cruise ships. Although the norovirus is usually passed from one person to another via surfaces such as counters and door handles, it also can be transmitted through consumption of raw oysters. Christine Moe, PhD, and her colleagues are working to make eating safer. Listen and read...

           
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  Full Potential for Those with Down Syndrome is Clinical and Research Goal
Early intervention, access to research, and connections to community resources provide the best opportunities for children and adults with Down syndrome to overcome obstacles and reach their fullest potential. Emory's Down Syndrome Clinic provides specialty care and the country's largest database for studying causes and consequences. Read more...
     
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Kidney and other transplants could be protected by an innovative protocol
         
  Transplant Study Induces Immune Cells to Switch Sides
Transplant surgeons walk a fine line between helping recipients maintain their new organs while keeping their immune systems strong. Researchers hope a potential new treatment that would transfuse spleen cells from a donor at the time of organ transplant could convince immune cells to "switch sides" and accept the transplanted organ. Read more...
     
           
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  Garlic Oil Component May Protect Hearts at Risk
A component of garlic oil could shield the heart from damage after heart attack, during cardiac surgery, or when the heart is failing. Although hydrogen sulfide gas is known to protect the heart in these situations, it has been hard to deliver as direct therapy. Research shows the garlic oil component diallyl trisulfide can release hydrogen sulfide and reduce damage to the heart caused by interruption of oxygen and blood flow. Read more...
     
           
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TB Treatment Could Limit Infection and Reduce Drug Resistance
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  TB Treatment Could Limit Infection and Reduce Drug Resistance
Antibiotic-resistant strains of tuberculosis may respond to treatment with imatinib (Gleevec), researchers have found in mouse studies. When the drug, which usually is used to treat cancer, was given with traditional antibiotics, the effect was synergistic. Tuberculosis bacteria use enzymes known as ABL-family tyrosine kinases to gain entry into host cells, which is why imatinib, an ABL-family inhibitor, might provide a successfull treatment. Read more...
     
           
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