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Breakthrough: Enzymes Pave the Way for Universal Donor Blood
The quest to develop universal donor blood has taken a decisive step forward. Researchers at DTU and Lund University have discovered enzymes that, when mixed with red blood cells, are able to remove specific sugars that…
Washington University Unveils 2025 Great Artists Series Lineup
The Department of Music in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis will host six performances by internationally renowned artists as part of the 2025 Great Artists Series.
Launched in 2017, the Great Artists Series…
Washington University’s Parvulescu Lands $1.2M EU Grant
Anca Parvulescu, the Liselotte Dieckmann Professor in Comparative Literature and a professor of English, both in Arts & Sciences, at Washington University in St. Louis, will serve as principal investigator for a $1.2 million grant…
Washington University in St. Louis: Diwan Appointed as Inaugural Shaeffer Professor
Abhinav Diwan, MD, a highly regarded cardiologist with expertise in the molecular underpinnings of cardiovascular disease, has been named the inaugural Charlie W. Shaeffer, MD, Professor of Cardiology at Washington University School of…
Washington University in St. Louis: Karam Appointed as Head of Radiation Oncology Department
Sana D. Karam, MD, PhD, a renowned radiation oncologist widely known for cutting-edge cancer research that combines radiation therapy and immunotherapy to treat head and neck, and pancreatic tumors, has been named the James S. McDonnell…
Washington University in St. Louis: Kweskin Set to Retire as Executive Vice Chancellor for Finance…
Amy Kweskin, executive vice chancellor for finance and chief financial officer at Washington University in St. Louis, will retire from the university at the end of the calendar year, after 27 years of service, announced Chancellor Andrew D.…
STL DataFest Brings Together Region’s Data Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis will host the inaugural STL DataFest, an event designed to unite professionals across diverse sectors, including universities, government, businesses and nonprofits, who share a passion for using data to…
University of Geneva Develops Revolutionary Anticoagulant with Zero Bleeding Risk
Anticoagulant treatments are crucial for managing many conditions, such as heart disease, stroke and venous thrombosis. Current options, however, carry an inherent risk of serious bleeding due to trauma or unforeseen events. A team from the…
Nottingham Hosts Renowned Authors for UNESCO City of Literature Lectures
Two internationally acclaimed authors, Tahmima Anam and Chris McCormick, will each deliver a free public lecture next month as part of the City of Literature lectures.
The annual Nottingham City of Literature lectures, delivered in…
University of Nottingham Launches National Research Center to Advance Lung Disease Testing and…
A £9.4 million collaborative research centre, involving researchers from the University of Nottingham, will accelerate improved tests, treatments and potentially cures for thousands of people living with rare respiratory diseases.…