My Northwestern Medicine December 20, 2023

Study Discovers Novel Biomarker for Vascular Aging and Neurodegeneration

Study Discovers Novel Biomarker for Vascular Aging and Neurodegeneration

Decreased activity of a specific signaling pathway in the brain vessels of aging mice and humans was linked to a decline in vascular function and subsequent neurodegeneration, according to a recent Northwestern Medicine study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

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Developing Deep Learning Models to Understand the Human Genome

Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a deep learning algorithm accelerating research around diseases and disorders that occur when the process of DNA transcription goes awry.

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Feinberg Names New Associate Dean for Student Affairs

Eli Zimmerman, MD, has been named associate dean for student affairs at Feinberg, effective January 1, 2024.

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Exploring How Poxviruses Dismantle Antiviral Responses

Northwestern Medicine investigators led by Derek Walsh, PhD, have discovered how poxviruses disarm and evade mitochondrial-driven antiviral responses for their replication in host cells.

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Medical Student Variety Show Supports Chicago Street Medicine

Medical students shared laughs and poked fun at the medical school experience during the annual performance of In Vivo, Feinberg’s student sketch comedy and variety show.

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New Procedure Center Provides Better Access for Patients at Marianjoy

Electromyogram, radiology, fluoroscopy and endoscopy are available in the 2,900-square-foot center on the hospital's first floor.

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Why You Do What You Do: Bonnie Salomon, MD

Bonnie Salomon, MD, is an emergency medicine physician at Lake Forest Hospital with a passion for medical ethics, an interest she has carried throughout her career.

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