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Two life threatening problems, one surgery
Juan Cueto did not feel sick, but he was losing weight rapidly and was devastated with the knowledge that he had two life threatening diseases, cancer and a liver disease.
20-Nov-2019 12:25 PM EST
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Biomarker blood test could reveal high risk heart patients in need of treatment
Preventive cardiology researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center believe that a new blood test for protein biomarkers could identify early stage heart disease in people.
11-Nov-2019 2:10 PM EST
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Three-drug combo improves lung function in most common genetic form of cystic fibrosis
A phase three clinical trial that UT Southwestern participated in determined that a three-drug combination improved lung function and reduced symptoms in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients who have a single copy of the most common genetic mutation for...
31-Oct-2019 4:55 PM EDT
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First structure of human cotransporter protein family member solved
In work that could someday improve treatments for epilepsy, UT Southwestern scientists have published the first three-dimensional structure of a member of a large family of human proteins that carry charged particles – ions – across the cell...
29-Oct-2019 2:05 AM EDT
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Can timing of food affect lifespan?
Dr. Joseph Takahashi, noted for discovering the first gene controlling biological clocks in mammals, addressed the topic at the Society for Neuroscience annual meeting where he was awarded the Gruber Neuroscience Prize for his pioneering work in...
18-Oct-2019 12:00 PM EDT
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Implanted Memories Teach Birds a Song
A new songbird study that shows memories can be implanted in the brain to teach vocalizations – without any lessons from the parent.
1-Oct-2019 12:05 PM EDT
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UTSW researchers identify molecule linking weight gain to gut bacteria
Good bacteria that live in the guts of mammals program the metabolic rhythms that govern the body’s absorption of dietary fat.
27-Sep-2019 1:05 PM EDT
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AI helps scientists predict depression outcomes
Two studies led by UT Southwestern provide evidence for the impact of biology by using artificial intelligence to identify patterns of brain activity that make people less responsive to certain antidepressants. Put simply, scientists showed they can...
25-Sep-2019 1:05 PM EDT
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Texas Mandate: Largest High Schools to Report All Concussions to Statewide Registry
Starting this fall, the biggest public high schools in Texas are required to report all sports concussions to a central database as part of one of the nation’s largest statewide endeavors to track brain injuries in youth athletics.
21-Aug-2019 5:05 PM EDT
Reconsider the 'Peanuts and Cracker Jacks'
11-Apr-2019 4:20 PM EDT
Psychology Behind Tax Procrastination
Research shows that most people file taxes based on how much cash they have on hand and if they expect a payment or a refund,
10-Apr-2019 5:05 PM EDT
Scientists Weigh in on Debate to Quash Daylight Saving
14-Mar-2019 2:35 PM EDT
Rate of Highchair Misuse Climbs
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports a 25 percent leap in children injured using highchairs – the biggest jump in large-volume categories that included highchairs, strollers, cribs/mattresses, and infant carriers.
18-Feb-2019 4:45 PM EST
Time for Dallas to Capitalize on Biotech Potential
Dallas is well-known for its oil industry, corporate headquarters, and technology startups. But did you know that the science behind some of the best-selling prescription drugs of all time was developed here?
17-Jan-2019 4:05 PM EST
UT Southwestern Leads Expert Consortium Refining Prognosis of Invasive Kidney Cancer
24-May-2018 5:05 PM EDT
Commentary: Pain Sufferers – and Physicians – Need Alternatives to Opioids
As the opioid epidemic continues to spread across the country, Texas is taking some important steps in the battle, from improved monitoring of prescription painkillers to expanded programs to treat addiction.
13-Mar-2018 3:25 PM EDT
