My Northwestern Medicine March 27, 2024

Novel Immune Inhibitor Associated with Glioma Progression

Novel Immune Inhibitor Associated with Glioma Progression

Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered a new mechanism in which cancer-associated fibroblasts are associated with tumor grade and mediate immune suppression in glioma tumors.

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Uncovering the Mysteries of Microproteins

Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a method to identify and characterize microproteins, a development which opens the door for understanding physiology and disease at a molecular level not possible until now, according to recent findings.

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Understanding How a Motor Protein Helps Cells Move

Scientists have characterized how non-muscle myosin assembles in cells using the latest advances in technology only available at Northwestern and a handful of institutions worldwide.

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Study Explores Characteristics Associated with Poor COVID-19 Antibody Response

U.S. adults with certain socio-demographic and clinical characteristics may have weaker antibody responses to COVID-19 vaccination, according to a recent study.

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Baby Bundle Program Rolls Out at Kishwaukee Hospital

Natalie Roche, MD, noticed some of her patients had issues with access to prenatal care, so she developed a program to send families of newborn babies home with a package of essential supplies.

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Lake Forest Hospital Offers Tattoo-less Radiation Treatment for Patients With Cancer

Surface-guided radiation therapy provides precise treatment location without permanent markings on the body.

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Discovering New ALS Therapeutic Avenues with Evangelos Kiskinis, PhD

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