My Northwestern Medicine February 26, 2020

Gene Pathway Shows Potential for Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

Gene Pathway Shows Potential for Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

A team of Northwestern Medicine investigators identified a specific gene as a key regulator of immune cells called invariant natural killer T-cells, which may present therapeutic potential for the treatment of autoimmune diseases.

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Anti-Cancer Drug May Have Unintended Side Effects

An emerging strategy to boost fight cancer may actually harm CD8+ T-cells, so-called “seek and destroy” white blood cells, according to a recent study.

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Medical Student Investigates Impact of Medicine Beyond the Clinic

Kassandra Samuel, a third-year student, is interested in improving surgery — both when patients are under the knife, and during their recovery.

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Making History

Meet eight black physicians and scientists who are challenging, changing and writing history at Northwestern Medicine.

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Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute Celebrates 15 Years of Breakthrough Medicine

Fifteen years since the Valentine’s Day founding of Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute, the program has grown into a nationally ranked, innovative powerhouse of cardiovascular medicine, pioneering treatments and research.

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Breakthroughs Podcast

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