2016 Article Archive
Sweeten health prospects by cutting down kids’ sugary drinks
The best way for parents to reduce the amount of sugar their kids consume is to eliminate sugary drinks.
Diabetes, hypertension during pregnancy can be early warning
Most women who develop high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy see their blood pressure and blood sugar levels return to normal a short time after the birth.
Neutrophils are key to harnessing anti-tumor immune response from radiation therapy, study finds
Combining targeted radiation therapy with a neutrophil stimulant enhances anti-tumor immunity, according to new research into cancer immunology at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
From Sept. 11 responder to Emergency Management Coordinator, Derek Trabon has a passion for safety
When the plane hit the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001, it sounded like cannon fire.
Meet Donna Ivery, Day Operations Supervisor for Environmental Services
Directly responsible for EVS sustainability on units 7, 8 and 9, Ms. Ivery is recognized by her colleagues as a dedicated teammate whose work ethic and responsibilities are vital to unit cleanliness and the prevention of infectious disease.
Examining mitochondrial DNA may help identify unknown ancestry that influences breast cancer risk
Genetic testing of mitochondrial DNA could reveal otherwise unknown ancestry that can influence a person’s risk for certain types of breast cancer, a new study finds.
Scientists enhance ability of antibiotics to defeat resistant types of bacteria using molecules called PPMOs
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a strategy to overcome a key defense that drug-resistant bacteria use to fend off antibiotic attack.
Eminent biologist Chen to discuss innate immunity in fight against cancer and autoimmune disease
Dr. Chen, a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator at UT Southwestern, will present “The Fight Against Cancer and Autoimmune Diseases – Harnessing the Body’s Immune System” at the next President’s Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 6.
39-year faculty member Buchanan named Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics
Dr. George R. Buchanan, a renowned pediatric hematology physician-researcher and former Professor of Pediatrics and of Internal Medicine, has been named Professor Emeritus.
FWC Loan Closet helps campus newcomers settle in
International graduate students, visiting research professors, and trainees often arrive at UT Southwestern Medical Center with just a suitcase of clothes.