Saint Louis University School of Medicine
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SLU research implicates natural toxin as triggering Parkinson's disease
— 11 Feb 2011 16:48 | HealthIn new research from Saint Louis University, investigators have found evidence that a toxin produced by the brain is responsible for the series of cellular events that lead to Parkinson's…
New research: 'Un-growth hormone' increases longevity
— 3 Jan 2011 18:26 | HealthA compound which acts in the opposite way as growth hormone can reverse some of the signs of ageing, a research team that includes a Saint Louis University physician has shown. The…
X-ray crystallography reveals structure of precursor to blood-clotting protein
— 2 Nov 2010 16:06 | HealthUsing state-of-the-art robotic and x-ray crystallographic equipment, researchers at Saint Louis University have revealed for the first time the molecular structure of the zymogen, or…
Spice in curry could prevent liver damage
— 30 Oct 2010 17:05 | HealthCurcumin, a chemical that gives curry its zing, holds promise in preventing or treating liver damage from an advanced form of a condition known as fatty liver disease, new Saint Louis…
Low testosterone linked to Alzheimer's disease
— 6 Oct 2010 04:05 | HealthLow levels of the male sex hormone, testosterone, in older men is associated with the onset of Alzheimer's disease, according to research by a team that includes a Saint Louis University…
Better cholesterol drugs may follow Saint Louis University researcher's breakthrough
— 6 Oct 2010 04:02 | HealthThanks to a discovery by a Saint Louis University researcher, scientists have identified an important microRNA that may allow us to better control cholesterol levels in blood…
Health disparities exist among black and Hispanic kidney donors
— 19 Aug 2010 16:41 | HealthBlack and Hispanic kidney donors are significantly more likely than white donors to develop hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease, according to new Saint Louis University…
Saint Louis University investigators perfect new version of blood-regulator thrombin
— 19 Jun 2010 10:40 | HealthIn research led by a Saint Louis University investigator, molecular biologists have discovered a way to harness the enzyme thrombin's anti-blood clotting properties. The finding opens…
Snuffing out smoking in those with HIV
— 4 Jun 2010 17:22 | HealthWhile researchers have done a good job documenting health problems associated with the high prevalence of smoking among Americans who have HIV/AIDS, it's now time to focus on how to…
SLU doctor warns against St. John's wort for anxiety
— 7 Apr 2010 10:53 | HealthIn a broad-based review of studies focused on drugs that treat anxiety, a Saint Louis University doctor found no evidence supporting the use of so-called 'natural' treatments in combating…
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