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A large randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial led by the National Institutes of Health shows that treating adults hospitalized with COVID-19 with infliximab or abatacept – drugs widely used to treat certain autoimmune diseases – did not significantly shorten time to recovery but did substantially improve clinical status and reduce deaths.

As an undergraduate double major in English and Biology, Jennie Kwon, DO, MSCI, might have had a hard time predicting her eventual career path. But, during her first semester in medical school, Kwon admitted she was “bit by the proverbial microbiology bug”.  “I was truly fascinated by these organisms,” recalls Kwon. “And I knew immediately that […]

Such prescriptions can cause complications including diarrhea, rashes

The Washington University Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) hosted their 4th annual Symposium and Poster Display on Friday, May 13, 2022. The theme “Making an Impact, Shaping the Future” focused on strategies to address equity and diversity challenges experienced by institutions across the national Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) network. The hybrid […]

The ICTS has awarded four separate awards to investigators in the ICTS’ first-ever virtual poster display and contest. As part of the 4th annual ICTS Symposium, 47 separate posters were submitted and reviewed by 22 ICTS faculty from Washington University in St. Louis, University of Missouri – Columbia, and Saint Louis University. Posters showcased ICTS-supported […]

Strong infrastructure allows for quick pivots to address COVID-19 pandemic, spur clinical innovation

Less than half of those eligible were given the proven medication; users of multiple substances received drug even less often

The Center for Community Health Partnership & Research (CCHPR) has awarded ten scholarships to individuals employed by local nonprofit and governmental organizations. The funding will enable staff to attend week-long professional development courses offered through the Brown School Summer Institute at Washington University in St. Louis. The scholarship supports intensive virtual learning for three hours […]

National synthetic dataset boosts coronavirus research, helps prepare for future pandemics

Institute brings together eight Midwest research institutions, implements key component of GeoFutures strategic roadmap

Symptoms persisted for months after a positive test for COVID-19

Washington University Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) and The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital awards 25 investigators as part of the 15th annual Clinical and Translational Research Funding Program (CTRFP). The CTRFP is the largest internal grant funding program of the ICTS. Applicants are required to submit proposals for projects that promote the translation […]

NIH Research Matters profiles study led by ICTS investigator, Ali Ellebedy, PhD, an associate professor of pathology & immunology, of medicine and of molecular microbiology at Washington University School of Medicine. According to the study, antibodies elicited by COVID-19 vaccination become steadily more powerful for at least six months after vaccination. The study utilized samples […]

The Need is Real One could argue that there has never been a more essential time to pursue a research-based career in clinical and translational science. With the onset of the current pandemic in tandem with the rapid release of new medical technologies, a well-trained translational science workforce is necessary for the future of public […]

Walensky also spoke to group of women faculty, trainees

Humans evolved in a relatively quiet landscape, without natural selection for protection from acoustic trauma. In today’s increasingly loud industrialized world, exposure to noise affects us all, and life is only getting louder. According to findings from the 2011-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), nearly one in four of US adults aged 20-69 years […]

Rising antibody quality may partially compensate for falling levels

Improves insulin secretion, lowers blood sugar

Metabolite of TB-causing bacteria also may help monitor response to treatment

Blocking arginine metabolism leads to improved metabolic health, weight loss

Doug Lindsay describes the battle with his own rare disease. Now, he advocates for others. With over a decade spent trying to understand the rare disease that kept him bedridden for most of his 20s, Doug Lindsay learned to become his own advocate. For years he dedicated himself to investigating his symptoms and seeking help […]

The following update is provided by William Fay, MD, ICTS Governing Council member, Senior Associate Dean for Research at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. There are significant disparities in the health and care of rural inhabitants (who comprise about 20% of US residents) compared to the general population, particularly in vulnerable subgroups, such […]

Shots trigger exceptional antibody response by activating key helper immune cells

Study focuses on role of the hormone prolactin