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My Northwestern Medicine July 12, 2017

Scientists Discover Novel Treatment Target for Pulmonary Fibrosis

Scientists Discover Novel Treatment Target for Pulmonary Fibrosis

In research published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, Northwestern Medicine scientists discovered that a unique population of immune cells play a key role in the development of pulmonary fibrosis, a fatal lung disease.

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PhD Student Explores Enzyme’s Role in Aggressive Brain Tumor

Northwestern Medicine investigators have demonstrated that an enzyme called IDH1 plays a significant role in cancer progression and may be a target for novel drug therapies.

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Sugar-Coated Nanomaterial Excels at Promoting Bone Growth

Scientists have designed a promising bioactive nanomaterial with the potential to stimulate bone regeneration and improve quality of life for surgical patients as well as potentially leading to less-invasive procedures.

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$3 Million Grant to Bring Precision Medicine to Heart Patients

Northwestern Medicine and University of Calgary scientists will aim to find a personalized approach to prevent complications from a heart defect.

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Lloyd-Jones Named AHA Physician of the Year

Donald Lloyd-Jones, MD, ScM, senior associate dean for clinical and translational research and chair of Preventive Medicine, has been named Physician of the Year by the American Heart Association.

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Delnor Lactation Program Honored

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital was recently recognized for its activities that help protect, promote and support breastfeeding.

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