Sales of antibiotics soar as threat of drug-resistant bacteria worsens
COVID-19 aggravates antibiotic misuse in India (Links to an external site)
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Cell-based immunotherapy shows promise against melanoma (Links to an external site)
Effective against blood cancers, natural killer cells also may be effective against solid tumors
COVID-19 vaccine generates immune structures critical for lasting immunity (Links to an external site)
Vaccines likely induce strong, persistent immunity to COVID-19
COVID-19 dual-antibody therapies effective against variants in animal study (Links to an external site)
Combination therapies appear to prevent emergence of drug resistance
Blood cancer patients with COVID-19 fare better with convalescent plasma (Links to an external site)
Retrospective study also indicates outcomes of critically ill patients in ICU improve when given antibodies from recovered COVID-19 patients
4 physician-scientists named Dean’s Scholars (Links to an external site)
Program supports doctors who want to conduct basic science research
DOM Insider Volume 8 (Links to an external site)
In this Issue: Letter from the Chair, Spotlight, Education News, DOM Office of Faculty Development (OFD), DOM Office of Inclusion and Diversity (OID), Across the Department, New Faculty Leadership, In Memoriam, Awards/Honors, Grants, Publications, Forum for Women in Medicine, and Events and Symposiums
Newly approved drug effective against lung cancer caused by genetic mutation (Links to an external site)
Targeted therapy shrank tumors, shows promise in improving survival
Tiny implant cures diabetes in mice without triggering immune response (Links to an external site)
Nanofiber device allows insulin to be released while defending against immune cells
Synthetic data mimics real health-care data without patient-privacy concerns (Links to an external site)
Such data now available to university researchers, could help speed research
Obituary: John Turk, endowed professor of endocrinology, 73 (Links to an external site)
Physician-scientist was a pioneer in mass spectrometry research
Washington University School of Medicine chapter of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society announces class of 2021
The Alpha Omega Alpha Executive and Selection committees announce the new faculty, alumni and house officers to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Class of 2021. AΩA is the honor medical society recognizing, advocating for, and inspiring physicians in the care of patients and promotion of health. Members may be elected throughout their career […]
For men, low testosterone means high risk of severe COVID-19 (Links to an external site)
New clues on why more men than women develop severe disease
Good news: Mild COVID-19 induces lasting antibody protection (Links to an external site)
People who have had mild illness develop antibody-producing cells that can last lifetime
Wydown Middle School students share notes of thanks with health care workers
Students at Wydown Middle School in Clayton, MO created notes of thanks and support to share with health care workers at WashU and BJC. More than 130 students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade participated in this health care thank you campaign organized by the student council. According to Wydown’s student council advisor, Frankie Synovec, […]
Podcast: What to make of CDC’s new masking guidelines (Links to an external site)
This episode of ‘Show Me the Science’ details how changes in recommendations for masking will be implemented at the university and elsewhere
WashU’s Gratitude Project Features Internal Medicine Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program was featured in a recent episode of the Gratitude Project, a program focused on highlighting stories of how WashU faculty, staff and students are rising up for the greater good. The episode details how the internal medicine chief residents with residency program leadership worked together to build camaraderie among the […]
Humphreys named vice president of research society for physician-scientists (Links to an external site)
Nephrologist also joins NIH board of scientific counselors
University joins NIH initiative to create diverse national biomedical data resource (Links to an external site)
As part of ‘All of Us’ research program, School of Medicine will seek to enroll local participants
Sugar-sweetened drinks linked to increased risk of colorectal cancer in women under 50 (Links to an external site)
Sugary beverage consumption in adolescence, young adulthood associated with increased risk
Obituary: Michael E. Hughes, assistant professor of pulmonary medicine, 41 (Links to an external site)
Neuroscientist advanced understanding of body’s biological clock
OUTmed Program Welcomes New Director
OUTmed is a forum for LGBTQIA+ identified faculty, trainees, staff, and allies and is open to the entire School of Medicine. Founded in 2017 by the Department of Medicine, its mission is to provide opportunities for networking, mentoring, community engagement, advocacy, and research regarding LGBTQIA+ advancement. OUTmed has grown steadily over the past four years […]
Virtual celebration held for the inaugural Drs. Gerald and Judy Medoff Professorship in Infectious Diseases honoring Gary J. Weil, MD
On Wednesday, April 21st, a virtual celebration was convened via Zoom to recognize Gary J. Weil, MD as the inaugural recipient of the Drs. Gerald and Judy Medoff Professorship in Infectious Diseases. Weil also serves as Professor in the Departments of Medicine and Molecular Microbiology.
New Center of Biological Rhythms and Sleep (COBRAS) at Washington University
Introducing a new research center at Washington University available to individuals within the Department of Medicine. COBRAS is a multi-disciplinary, cross-departmental center dedicated to enhancing research related to sleep, circadian rhythms, and disease at WashU. COBRAS offers:Cores to facilitate your human or mouse sleep and circadian studies on the medical campus.A Seminar Series to bring world leaders […]
Spencer named to leadership role in medical education (Links to an external site)
Abby L. Spencer, MD, has been named vice chair of education and professor of medicine in the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She also has been named director of the Academy of Educators at the School of Medicine and to the editorial board of the Journal of General Internal […]
Virtual celebration held for the inaugural Eduardo and Judith Slatopolsky Professorship of Medicine in Nephrology recognizing Jeffrey Miner, PhD
On Friday, April 2nd, a virtual celebration was convened via Zoom to recognize Jeffrey Miner, PhD as the inaugural Eduardo and Judith Slatopolsky Endowed Professor of Medicine in Nephrology. Miner also serves as Director of Basic Research for the Division. The professorship honors Eduardo Slatopolsky, MD, Professor Emeritus, Division of Nephrology, and his wife, Judith, […]
Researchers elected to American Society for Clinical Investigation (Links to an external site)
Five physician-scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have been elected members of the American Society for Clinical Investigation in recognition of original, creative and independent investigations in the clinical or allied sciences of medicine. The new members will be inducted April 8.
Personal losses motivate action
Women’s History Month – Pioneering Women in the Department of Medicine
In honor of Women’s History Month, we share the following profiles of pioneering women within the Department of Medicine. These profiles were originally created in 2001 as part of the Academic Women’s Network (AWN) 10th anniversary celebration.
DOM Insider Volume 7
In this Issue: Letter from the Chair, Spotlight, Research News, Clinical News, Education News, Faculty Leadership, Across the Department, Awards/Grants/Honors, Epic Update, Publications, Wellness Resources, Forum for Women in Medicine, Events/Symposiums, and Funding Opportunities
Ludmerer, DuBois named Hastings Center Fellows (Links to an external site)
Honor given to those whose work has informed understanding of ethical issues in health
Department of Medicine residents Alexandra Hickman, MD and John Hickman, MD sing the national anthem at Jan. 20 St. Louis Blues game
MLK Week 2021
2nd Annual MLK Week! Events will be virtual and are open to all! No registration required. Details and links to join each event are located below and here! If you are working on campus and need a computer to attend these events, please email MedDEI@wustl.edu. Date/Time Event(s) Monday, 1/18/21 4:00 – 6:00 PM Keynote Address […]
Fauci gives COVID-19 update to School of Medicine faculty, staff, students (Links to an external site)
Fauci discusses COVID-19 during online Department of Medicine Grand Rounds on Jan. 7
Anthony Fauci, MD, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), gave the Gerald Medoff Visiting Professor lecture at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis on Thursday, Jan. 7. The session was delivered online. Part of the Department of Medicine’s virtual, weekly Grand Rounds, […]
The Interesting Patient Study (TIPS): Now Accepting Applications
Many successful physician-scientists can recall a specific patient who sparked their curiosity and set them on the path towards an investigative career. The Interesting Patient Study (TIPS) provides Washington University clinical trainees in any department the opportunity to more deeply study, through basic science approaches, the interesting patients that they see in the clinic using […]
Department of Medicine 2020 Year-End Message from the Chair
Dear colleagues and friends, As we close the door on 2020, I look back on a year that none of us will ever forget. COVID-19 dramatically altered our lives and as a department we responded with determination, innovation, and courage to address many unprecedented COVID related challenges. I remain in awe of the ability of […]
Podcast: Vaccines have arrived but COVID-19 treatments progressing much more slowly (Links to an external site)
This episode of ‘Show Me the Science’ contrasts the rapid development of effective vaccines with the lack of progress toward effective therapies
Historic, hopeful moment arrives as COVID-19 vaccinations begin on Medical Campus (Links to an external site)
Employees with close patient contact begin receiving Pfizer vaccine; older ages prioritized
Infectious diseases organization honors 5 faculty (Links to an external site)
Barrette, Henderson, Hunstad, Liang, Reno named fellows of Infectious Diseases Society of America
KL2 Alumnus Maximizes ICTS Options to Gain Skills for Dual Career as Researcher and ICU Clinician (Links to an external site)
Equalize 2021 – Mentorship Program & Pitch Competition for Women in Academia
Equalize is a virtual mentor program and pitch competition designed to take national action around the disparity of women academic inventors forming university startups. This mentorship and education program culminates in a one-day virtual pitch event on September 22, 2021. The program selects, coaches, and promotes academic women inventors with startup technologies to engage the […]
Podcast: COVID-19 vaccines around the corner (Links to an external site)
This episode of ‘Show Me the Science’ reports on progress toward a vaccine and how to stay safe before vaccines become widely available
Toxin provides clues to long-term effects of diarrhea caused by E. coli (Links to an external site)
Bacteria change surface of human intestine to benefit themselves
Department of Medicine faculty honored with FIDSA designation (Links to an external site)
The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), the nation’s leading infectious diseases professional society, recognizes the distinguished physicians and scientists from the United States and around the world who were elected this year to be Fellows of IDSA.
WUSM COVID-19 Vaccine Town Hall
Mark your calendar for 1-2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, for a School of Medicine online town hall for faculty, staff and students. This town hall will be focused on COVID-19 vaccines, including discussion about the vaccines’ distribution, safety, effectiveness and more. The session will be recorded for those who aren’t able to attend. Check your […]
Fast-Track Cities St. Louis launches new data dashboard
School of Medicine supports partnership working to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, World AIDS Day, the St. Louis City Department of Health hosted a virtual celebration recognizing the first anniversary of Fast-Track Cities St. Louis and the launch of its new HIV data dashboard. Washington University School of Medicine […]
Call for Applications: EXPLORE Clinical Research Pathway Lead
Colleagues, Please see the call for applications below for the position of Clinical Research Pathway Lead for the medical school. The Position Description is also attached. EXPLORE is a new program within the Gateway Curriculum designed to support student Career Development and Scholarship in 4 Domains: Research, Innovation, Education and Advocacy/Global Health. EXPLORE consists of […]
Child, Family, Pregnancy and Lactation Resources
Employees can now contact Lisa Eberle-Mayse, the new Child and Family Care Facilitator at Washington University for support in finding and maintaining care for their family members. Learn more about Lisa and her role here. Contact Lisa at lisae@wustl.edu, or 314-935-3060. Update on available resources for pregnant and lactating trainees: Pregnancy and Lactation Resources for […]
St. Louis County Announces Results of COVID-19 Prevalence Testing (Links to an external site)
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO (November 23, 2020) – At least one out of every 100 St. Louis County adult residents had an active COVID-19 infection earlier this fall, while about five out of every 100 adults had contracted the disease at some earlier point, according to test results of a representative sample of county residents. […]