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SMU Biology Professor Dr. Zhihao Wu [Photo: SMU]
SMU Professor Gets $1.8M NIH Award to Study How Bodies May Work to Repair Cells
by David Seeley | Sep 18, 2023
The award will help SMU biology professor Zhihao Wu determine if different "quality control pathways" in our bodies might be working together to repair damaged components in cells. The research could help lead to "new therapeutic targets" for hallmarks known to cause many human diseases, the university said.
by Sandra Engelland |
Mar 16, 2021
Contracting Alzheimer's is the No. 1 fear of people over 65, says Sid O'Bryant, who wants to give primary physicians the ability to test for Alzheimer's with a blood test. That can offer peace of mind to many and earlier help for those who need it.
His groundbreaking research, which has revealed significant differences in biomarkers for the disease, could make the treatment of Alzheimer's more like that for cancer—a multi-dimensional "precision" approach.
His groundbreaking research, which has revealed significant differences in biomarkers for the disease, could make the treatment of Alzheimer's more like that for cancer—a multi-dimensional "precision" approach.
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Discovery: UTSW Discovers Alzheimer’s ‘Big Bang,’ UNTHSC Scientist Tracks Mosquitoes for Your Health
by Lance Murray |
Jul 20, 2018
Also, UNT professor Tao Yang has received an award for his research into electrical distribution microgrids. Here are some of the research projects underway in North Texas aimed at making our lives better.
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by Meredith McGrath |
Jul 10, 2018
The theater, with a new location in the Design District, is a stage and training center for the city’s comedians, but it’s also harnessing the power of laughter for therapeutic benefits.
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Plano Phone Service Provider for Seniors With Cognitive Issues on a Growth Spurt
by David Kirkpatrick | Mar 26, 2018
TeleCalm has averaged more than 20 percent month-over-month subscriber growth since last October.
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by Lance Murray |
Apr 6, 2017
The Legacy Willow Bend and the Dallas-based VR company conducted a field trial on the health benefits to seniors of the technology.
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by Amanda Hayes |
Aug 9, 2016
A national grant helps a TWU research team to work toward a cure for diseases like Alzheimer's.
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by Heather Noel |
May 31, 2016
Every day Dallas Innovates staffers scour websites looking for the most interesting stories about innovation.
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