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https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences/ 10-10-2016 17:57:12
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A new Vanderbilt University study funded by NIH shows it may be possible to extend the antidepressant effects of a single ketamine dose from one week to up to two months. The findings offer a potential path to more treatments for major depressive disorder. medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
After more than a decade of collaboration, researchers from Vanderbilt University WCNDD and Japan’s Ono Pharmaceutical have delivered a powerful proof-of-concept: first-in-class TREK channel modulators with applications in pain relief. Learn more 👉 medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
Barbara Fingleton, a longtime leader and advocate for graduate #education, will complete her term as director of Vanderbilt University’s Interdisciplinary Graduate Program this summer. Her dedication has helped shape the next generation of biomedical scientists. 👏 medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
VUMC legend Dr. Mildred Stahlman—who pioneered the treatment of lung #disease in premature infants at @vumchealth—is being honored in a new art exhibition at #Nashville’s Parthenon #museum. 👩‍⚕️🎨 Centennial Park Conservancy Read more about her remarkable story 👉 news.vumc.org/2025/06/03/vum…
🎉 The Warren Center is celebrating 5 years of innovation in neuroscience drug discovery! Huge thanks to the William K. Warren Foundation for making our mission possible. Here's to advancing brain health, together. 🧠💊 Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt School of Medicine Basic Sciences Vanderbilt CTTC
Congrats to Drs. Lisa Monteggia, Ege Kavalali, Kevin Schey, Ken Lau Lab, and Chuck Sanders who were recognized for their impactful #research, #mentorship, and service at the Vanderbilt School of Medicine Spring Faculty Meeting! 👏🎓 Learn more about their recent awards 👉 news.vumc.org/2025/06/06/spr…
🌟 The ASPIRE on the Road program recently took grad students and postdocs to San Diego to explore #career paths beyond academia. From #biotech industry tours to alumni meetups, this trip offered a behind-the-scenes look at professional opportunities. medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
🔬 Researchers @‌EliFritzMcD, @plate_lab, Jens Meiler Lab have uncovered how a rare genetic mutation affects CFTR protein function—offering insights that may lead to better treatments for those with treatment-resistant #CysticFibrosis. Published in PNASNews 👉 medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
🎓 Congrats to the winners of the 2025 Dean’s Award for Exceptional Achievement in Graduate Studies! These trainees represent the next generation of scientific leaders, recognized for their excellence in #research, leadership, and community impact. medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
Internal grant programs at Vanderbilt—developed by Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost C. Cybele Raver and Vice Provost for Research and Innovation and Chief Research Officer Padma Raghavan—are accelerating discovery of solutions for real-world challenges:news.vanderbilt.edu/2025/05/12/the…
Congrats to Heidi Hamm and Eric Skaar! 🎉
🔬The AIMS program at Vanderbilt University trains scientists how to use #MALDI imaging #MassSpectrometry—a technique that allows for spatial mapping of molecules in tissues. The most recent event, hosted early May, included researchers from all over the world. 🌎 medschool.vanderbilt.edu/basic-sciences…
🌟 Exciting week at #BIO2025 in Boston! BRET's Ashley Brady is attending Biotechnology Innovation Organization's BIO International Convention! Plus, William Pao, a Council of Visitor member and author of "Breakthrough: The Quest for Life-Changing Medicines" is giving a fireside chat at #BIO2025! 🔥
