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Cancer-fighting gene plays unexpected role in pancreatic cancer tumor growth
New research from Indiana University School of Medicine scientists revealed that a well-known cancer-fighting gene also plays an unexpected role in regulating how certain immune ...
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IU scientists first to reveal lung cells’ role in boosting blood stem cell health
Scientists at the Indiana University School of Medicine have identified an unforeseen way lung cells can help keep blood stem cells healthy.
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IU rare disease clinic solves toughest medical cold cases
In 2020 the IU School of Medicine launched its Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic to help families search for answers to mysteries that modern medicine hasn’t ...
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New digital marker could improve childhood asthma detection
The new detection method is a cheaper and more effective way to predict childhood asthma using readily available data.
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IU-led clinical trial aims to use DNA sequencing technology to improve treatment for infections following bone fractures
IU School of Medicine researchers are studying how rapid DNA sequencing technology can help improve treatment for fracture-related infections, a serious health complication that can ...
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Digital screening during primary care visits may lead to earlier dementia detection, care
A trio of studies led by IU School of Medicine researchers found digital testing during primary care visits showed some promise as a tool for early identification of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in older adults.
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$1.1 million grant to help researchers improve Type 1 diabetes screening in Indiana
IU School of Medicine diabetes researchers received a $1.1 million grant to advance screening strategies for the early detection of Type 1 diabetes.
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$4.5 million gift from Tom and Julie Wood Family Foundation funds mobile lung cancer screening program at IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center and IU Health
A mobile lung cancer screening program will soon take life-saving screenings to eligible high-risk Hoosiers statewide, thanks to a generous $4.5 million gift from the ...
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Study: health equity an important aspect of improving quality of care provided to children in emergency departments
A new multi-site study led by Indiana University School of Medicine found increasing pediatric readiness in emergency departments reduces, but does not eliminate, racial and ...
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Statewide project to provide care and support to people living with dementia and their care partners
An Indiana University School of Medicine statewide project in collaboration with Indiana University Health was recently funded to support people living with dementia as well ...
