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My Northwestern Medicine August 8, 2018

Exploring the Mechanisms of Poxvirus Replication

Exploring the Mechanisms of Poxvirus Replication

A study published in the journal Cell uncovers how poxviruses take control of a protein complex in order to enhance their replication and counteract an immune response in hosts.

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Scientists Identify New Therapeutic Target in Diabetes

Northwestern Medicine scientists have shown for the first time how an RNA-binding protein in the liver plays an important role in regulating insulin sensitivity throughout the body.

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Designing and Implementing Simulation-Based Mastery Learning Curricula

Organized by Northwestern Simulation, this comprehensive five-day course held in November will offer participants opportunities to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement mastery learning curricula.

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MD/PhD Student Promotes Diversity and Inclusion Through Research, Advocacy

MD/PhD student Emma Gargus is engaged in research designing biomaterials for use in ovarian health and works to advocate for diversity and inclusion in medicine.

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Five Questions With Michael McGuire, MD

One of Lake Forest Hospital’s newest medical staff members talks about why he chose urology, why he gives patients his cell phone number and more.

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Off-Duty Nurse Helps Save a Life

Maria Rengh, BSN, RN, performed the Heimlich maneuver at Bakers Square to save the life of a woman who was choking and losing consciousness.

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