National Eye Institute awards CWRU up to $3.3 million to develop two-photon ophthalmoscope June 8, 2015Instrument’s super-magnification of retina would enhance early detection of eye disease and could accelerate developing new eye therapies...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
siRNA-toting nanoparticles inhibit breast cancer metastasis June 2, 2015Researchers at Case Western Reserve University combined finely crafted nanoparticles with one of nature’s potent disrupters to prevent...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Education level, dental habits of low-income parents linked to their children’s oral health May 20, 2015Researchers hope to improve dental health by changing caregiver behavior Studies have long associated low-income areas with poor...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Malaria-detection device developed by CWRU researchers selected for federal Patents for Humanity award May 20, 2015Only university awarded in national competition While the industrialized world has been free of malaria for 50 years,...AwardsFeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Breakthrough provides new hope for more effective treatments for patients with HER2+ breast cancer May 7, 2015Scientists identify key genes and molecules that spur aggressive activity Ahmad M. Khalil knew the odds were against...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Housework keeps older adults more physically, emotionally fit, according to new study May 5, 2015Older adults who keep a clean and orderly home—because of the exercise it takes to get the job...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Molecular and functional basis established for nitric oxide joining oxygen and carbon dioxide in respiratory cycle April 30, 2015Discovery could lead to treatment focus on red blood cell dysfunction in cardiovascular diseases and blood disorders Professor...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
CWRU to lead international research on resistance to infection with bacteria causing tuberculosis April 29, 2015Scientists seek novel prevention and treatment strategies After discovering a unique group of people resistant to tuberculosis (TB)...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Alana Foundation to fund CWRU-MIT research in identifying drugs to treat Down syndrome April 23, 2015Goal for therapeutics is to improve cognitive function in persons with this neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative condition Thanks to...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·
Connection between social anxiety, drug use offers opportunities for more effective treatments April 22, 2015Case Western Reserve scientists discover low-intensity service draws socially anxious youths into peer support essential for recovery A team...FeaturedHealth & Wellness·