Cellular housekeeping process implicated in fatal disorder

A study from the School of Medicine shows that as patients age, Huntington’s disease impairs autophagy, which eliminates waste from cells. The research hints at how scientists might try to restore this important function and delay or prevent the disease’s onset.

Study shows hazardous chemical goes airborne

Research from the lab of Kimberly Parker, at the McKelvey School of Engineering, shows that amines, sometimes used as an additive in herbicides, can enter the atmosphere, where they pose risks for human and environmental health.

WashU Experts on midterm elections’ ramifications

Voters in this year’s midterm elections, to be held nationwide Nov. 8, will be motivated by a number of hot-button issues, including abortion, climate change, voting rights, the economy and more. WashU faculty experts weigh in on some issues that will be on voters’ minds.

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The McKelvey School of Engineering’s Patrick Crowley will develop new tools for computer science research on cellphones and explore internet communication models with two National Science Foundation grants totaling about $2.1 million.

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Thomas Kannampallil, at the School of Medicine, has received a five-year $2 million grant to study physician burnout and workload, and their effects on patient safety.