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New study finds hydroxychloroquine ineffective as preventive antiviral against COVID-19
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have added to the growing body of understanding about how hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is not a possible defense against COVID-19.  Specifically, they found that HCQ is not effective in preventing COVID-19 in patients with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis…
Impact of COVID-19 on the clinical research professional workspace: Perspectives across the CTSC
We are all witnessing the immense impact that the COVID-19 situation is having on research activities across our institutions.  The CTSC is particularly interested in how this pandemic is affecting clinical research professionals (CRPs) across the spectrum.  We surveyed our CTSC-affiliated CRPs…
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Jung named chair of cancer biology at Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute
Jae Jung, PhD has been appointed chair of Lerner Research Institute's Department of Cancer Biology where he will lead the department’s work in understanding the biological underpinnings of cancer ranging from genetic and molecular pathways to disease manifestation. …
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Scientists work to freeze-dry synthetic platelets
Newest research at Case Western Reserve University funded by $3.8 million U.S. Department of Defense grant, seeks to aid soldiers on battlefield A Case Western Reserve University scientist, who has for more than a decade pioneered research into synthetic platelet substitutes, has been awarded a…
Medicine’s Mark Cameron weighs in on MLS decision to have fans
Outlet: The Columbus Dispatch
Differing Immune-Cell Subsets Underlie Sex Disparities in Glioblastoma
A recent article published in Cancer Discovery (Bayik, 2020, Cancer Discov) highlights disparities in immune system functions between male and female glioblastoma patients that may underlie some of the observed sex differences in cancer incidence, prognosis and treatment response. Defne Bayik, PhD…
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Adjustable walker from Case Western Reserve and Louis Stokes VA moves closer to market
Product allows users to navigate uneven surfaces, offering promise of greater independence An adjustable walker that allows users to navigate uneven surfaces more easily has moved a step closer to reaching those who need it. After refining the product with innovation and design firm Nottingham…
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A measured approach
Alumnus tackles the ethical and practical issues of care in a pandemic By Sandra Livingston This article first appeared in a summer publication related to the university’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. More articles will appear in The Daily and on the university and school social media…