2017 Article Archive

Researchers identify ion channel necessary for hormone and anti-obesity drug to suppress eating

 

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified an ion channel required for brain cells to suppress eating behavior in response to the hormone leptin or to the anti-obesity drug lorcaserin.

How visceral fat leads to excess glucose production

 

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have demonstrated a pathway by which abdominal fat, in particular fat surrounding the internal organs, may lead to type 2 diabetes.

Cancer drug could double as a weapon against heart disease, promoting regeneration of damaged heart tissue

 

An anticancer agent in development promotes regeneration of damaged heart muscle – an unexpected research finding that may help prevent congestive heart failure in the future.

Study points to need to re-evaluate diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in women

 

Biological differences that lead to variations in heart disease between men and women are far more complex than just differences in hormones. To address these differences, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers say, standards need to be developed for treatment of heart disease in women.

Outstanding students receive honors, induction into health professions honor society

 

The UT Southwestern School of Health Professions met recently to hand out awards, prizes, and recognition.

UTSW hosts Chancellor’s ‘Leading the Brain Health Revolution’ event

 

Praising UT Southwestern Medical Center as the UT System’s focal point for neuroscience, Chancellor William H. McRaven brought together researchers from across the System for a two-day “Leading the Brain Health Revolution” symposium on the UT Southwestern campus in January.

Heart Month

 

Coronary heart disease - often simply called heart disease - is the main form of cardiovascular disease.

Researchers identify gene that protects against inflammatory bowel disease

 

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified a gene that protects the gut from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Awards for December 2016

 

Federal, non-federal, and industry-sponsored grants awarded to UT Southwestern faculty in December 2016.