2021 Article Archive
Bringing bad proteins back into the fold
A new nanoparticle-based drug can boost the body’s innate immune system and make it more effective at fighting off tumors, researchers at UT Southwestern have shown.
COVID-19 infections in the U.S. nearly three times greater than reported, model estimates
World health experts have long suspected that the incidence of COVID-19 has been higher than reported.
History of vaccines offers lessons on COVID-19 for pregnant women
Pregnant women, who are at increased risk of preterm birth or pregnancy loss if they develop a severe case of COVID-19, need the best possible guidance on whether they should receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
STINGing tumors with nanoparticles
A new nanoparticle-based drug can boost the body’s innate immune system and make it more effective at fighting off tumors, researchers at UT Southwestern have shown.
Pandemic increases substance abuse, mental health issues for those struggling with obesity
The COVID-19 pandemic is having a detrimental impact on substance use, mental health, and weight-related health behaviors among people with obesity, according to a new study by researchers at UT Southwestern and the UTHealth School of Public Health.
Inappropriate disclosure to vendor announced
UT Southwestern Medical Center has informed affected patients of an inappropriate disclosure of their names and email addresses through the use of a third-party vendor. The vendor was used to send invitations to an event for the Kidney Cancer Program.
Forming sound memories: Autism gene plays key aspect in birdsong
Inactivating a gene in young songbirds that’s closely linked with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) prevents the birds from forming memories necessary to accurately reproduce their fathers’ songs, a new study led by UT Southwestern shows.
Two studies shed light on how, where body can add new fat cells
Gaining more fat cells is probably not what most people want, although that might be exactly what they need to fight off diabetes and other diseases.
UT Southwestern to host virtual discussion on ‘Black Men in White Coats’ documentary
The importance of increasing the number of Black male doctors in the United States will be the subject of a virtual panel discussion at UT Southwestern in advance of the release of a documentary on the issue.
Simulation helps refine pediatric care guidelines for COVID-19
Simulation can be a viable way to quickly evaluate and refine new medical guidelines and educate hospital staff in new procedures, a recent study from UT Southwestern’s Department of Pediatrics shows.