Tag - Physiology

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Researchers uncover new driver of preeclampsia

Jennifer Hilliard Scott

New research shows how a protein linked to preeclampsia may drive the disease by increasing leptin production, revealing a potential new target for treatment.

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IMMCG co-director invited to Sustainable Scientific Enterprise Task Force

Milledge Austin

“It is essential that we identify practical solutions that promote rigor while improving efficiency and sustainability," says Klaus Ley, MD.

Two male scientists work at a computer station in a lab. One, the senior scientist, leans over the shoulder of the younger scientist to point to figures on the screen.

New study classifies atherosclerosis as an autoimmune disease

Milledge Austin

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MCG scientist wins competitive hypertension research award

An older woman is given a tour of a scientific lab by three female college students.

Dedicated educator, researcher, student advocate honored with scholarship

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New AU lipidomics group seeks to solve medical condition mysteries

Two students in science lab

What causes heart disease? AU grad students investigate with NIH award

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Fostering innovation and discovery: MCG researchers honored at APS summit

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Free, online textbooks created by AU faculty change the game for students

Two women and a man stand in front of a large sign for the American Heart Association.

MCG researchers, students honored at AHA Hypertension Scientific Sessions

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Augusta University celebrates its outstanding faculty

Karen Klock

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Faculty researchers honored by Augusta University Research Institute

Staff

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Faulkner to be honored by American Heart Association

Jennifer Hilliard Scott

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Medical College of Georgia recruits reflect expertise from immune cells that can smell to better understanding inflammatory bowel disease

Toni Baker

Eric Belin de Chantemele, right, along with Dr. Jessica Faulkner, left, and Candee Barris pose to be photographed in their lab.

Females of all ages, ethnicities have more salt-sensitive hypertension than males

Toni Baker

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Prestigious NIH grant supports Medical College of Georgia student researchers

Staff

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Common, usually harmless group of bacteria associated with higher death rates in kidney patients

Toni Baker

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Psoriasis does not appear to increase heart attack risk in people with significant kidney disease

Toni Baker

Man and woman in lab

Augusta University student chosen for national undergraduate research program

Janell Williams

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Brands named MCG vice dean for academic affairs

Jennifer Hilliard Scott