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Emily LaceyA team of collaborators identified Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor-B as an “endogenous antioxidant,” meaning an antioxidant produced within the body.
Toni BakerLingering inflammation in the colon is a known risk factor for colorectal cancer, and now scientists report one way it resets the stage to enable this common and often deadly cancer.
There’s more evidence that a high-fat diet is bad for both younger males and females, but exactly how it’s harmful may differ between the sexes, scientists report.
Dr. Jin-Xiong She recently received a fourth renewal on the TEDDY study, which is working to find out how genetics and environmental factors collide and lead to the development of type 1 diabetes in some children.
Danielle HarrisDr. Andrew Balas' new book explores the best practices of innovative research and effective science.
Scientists at MCG are studying ways to improve cognition and reduce weight gain in patients with schizophrenia.
Arthur Takahashi"It’s ironic that today we talk about Christmas being too commercial,” said Dr. Ruth McClelland-Nugent, a pop culture scholar. “In the U.S., it really became popular through this commercial process. The popularization of Christmas in the United...
Scientists found that while actual salt retention isn’t higher in females, there is still an effect that drives pressure up.
For the first time, scientists have described the body’s natural mechanism for temporarily protecting the powerhouses of kidney cells when injury or disease means they aren’t getting enough blood or oxygen.
Chris CurryThe building’s most dramatic feature, the three-story bridge connecting the university’s dedicated cancer research space with the clinical activities at the Cancer Center’s outpatient clinic.
Lipid that aids normal skin turnover may help psoriasis.
A small study looking at whether the drug prazosin, best known for treating high blood pressure but also used to treat PTSD-related sleep problems, can reduce suicidal thoughts has yielded surprising results.
Scientists find first evidence in humans that the innate system that enables us to flee danger may itself be dangerous to our cardiovascular health.
Enzyme arginase 1, known to help our liver get rid of ammonia, can also help repair and protect our retina.
An MCG lab has been designated to help with patient testing for a trial assessing the effectiveness of targeting cancer-causing gene changes rather than cancer type.
Brennan MeagherThe Southeastern Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society will be held in Augusta Wednesday, Oct. 31 through Saturday, Nov. 3.
Getting leptin levels “just right” may provide cardiovascular protection.
Growing up hearing stories about his parents during World War II led Dr. Hubert van Tuyll to study military history at a young age. Now a history professor, van Tuyll recently won a prestigious award for his latest book.
Jennifer Hilliard ScottThrough Medical Scholars Research Day, students are given more opportunities to participate in clinical and translational research.
Nick GarrettFor the Department of Communication, the fall of 2018 has seen a flurry of research awards, publications and conference presentations. Here are some of the highlights.