Exploring How Calcium Channels Open and Close

In research published in Nature Communications, Northwestern Medicine scientists have identified the process by which a calcium channel called CRAC opens and closes, and how mutations in that channel can cause disease.

Residents and Fellows Participate in Wellness Activities

Northwestern housestaff took part in the first McGaw Resident and Fellow Wellness Week, aimed at addressing burnout and providing strategies to improve wellness.

Insights into Key Molecular Process Underlying Many Cancers

A Northwestern Medicine study published in Molecular Cell provides new insight into a protein complex called COMPASS and its function during histone methylation, a key modification that regulates gene expression.

New Aortic Valve System at CDH

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital is the first hospital in the western suburbs to offer a recently approved, less-invasive aortic valve for patients with aortic valve disease.

Simon Appointed to U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

Melissa Simon, MD, the George H. Gardner Professor of Clinical Gynecology, has been appointed to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which makes evidence-based recommendations for preventive screenings, counseling services and medications.

Discussing Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

Gordon Nuber, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine who also serves as a team physician for the Chicago Bears, recently joined recently joined Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care.

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