School Of Medicine Basic Sciences
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Vanderbilt biochemists discover breakthrough evolution-resistant compound to combat antibiotic resistance
The World Health Organization ranks antimicrobial resistance as one of the top ten global health risks. Vanderbilt researchers led by Houra Merrikh identified the first anti-evolution compound that targets AMR during treatment of infections with antibiotics. Read MoreFeb. 26, 2024
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Exploring the basics of neurological disorders: Calcium transport in receptors
Led by Terunaga Nakagawa, an international collaboration describes for the first time the fundamental mechanism underpinning cellular processes that lead to learning and memory. Read MoreFeb. 26, 2024
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Guengerich proposes paradigm shift in enzyme biochemistry
The lab of Professor of Biochemistry Fred Guengerich has proposed a paradigm shift in the understanding of a critical chemical reaction involved in sterol biosynthesis. Read MoreFeb. 22, 2024
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Immune research authority Robert Tampé to deliver Apex Lecture on March 7
Immune research authority Robert Tampé will present the Vanderbilt School of Basic Sciences Apex Lecture on March 7, 2024. Read MoreFeb. 21, 2024
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Signal transduction authority Xuewu Zhang to deliver Apex Lecture on March 4
Signal transduction authority Xuewu Zhang to present the Vanderbilt School of Medicine Basic Sciences Apex Lecture on March 4, 2024. Read MoreFeb. 16, 2024
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Immune research authority Robert Tampé to deliver Apex Lecture on March 7
Immune research authority Robert Tampé to present the Vanderbilt Basic Sciences Apex Lecture March 7. Read MoreFeb. 13, 2024
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Signal transduction authority Xuewu Zhang to deliver Apex Lecture on March 4
Signal transduction authority Xuewu Zhang to present the Vanderbilt Basic Sciences Apex Lecture March 4. Read MoreFeb. 13, 2024
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Reinventing journal clubs by designing them using a similar process as research experiments
Venkatesh proposes journal club design framework to enhance training and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Read MoreFeb. 12, 2024
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Combining unique methods, Kuriyan lab discovers new protein functions; explores physical space of proteins
Combining deep mutagenesis and cryo-EM reveals new conformational state of a protein responsible for high-speed DNA replication. The research builds on growing theories of molecular evolution. Read MoreFeb. 6, 2024
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Destination Biochemistry welcomes Baris and Pollenz—and new applicants
Baris and Pollenz have been selected as the Danzo and Cohen Postdoctoral Scholars, respectively. Destination Biochemistry applications for the next cohort are due Thursday, Feb. 15. Read MoreFeb. 2, 2024