When I write about childhood cancer, I'm often explaining the expert knowledge of Stanford physician-scientists who are studying how a specific tumor spreads, monitoring after-effects …
Month: September 2017
Predicting lung cancer recurrence by analyzing circulating tumor DNA
I've mentioned before how circulating tumor DNA, or ctDNA, is likely to be a valuable tool for predicting disease recurrence in patients with lymphoma. Now …
New bioscience students formally welcomed to Stanford
Monday was a big day for the 116 new students in Stanford's biosciences PhD programs. It was the the first day of coursework, and students …
The “like” hormone? Scientists identify brain circuit tied to oxytocin’s connection to sociability
Question: What is it that makes some people the life of the party, others recluses and still others shoulder-shruggingly indifferent to the delights of social …
Stars of Stanford Medicine: “I want to leave an impact on medical care”
Physician-scientist Justin Annes specializes in a rare type of tumor disorders. He shares his story, and interests, in this Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A.
Physician-scientist Justin Annes specializes in a rare type of tumor disorders. He shares his story, and interests, in this Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A.
Donor gift leads to innovative cancer clinical trial
When Jeff Schottenstein's wife was diagnosed with gastric cancer in 2014, he immediately jumped into action and left no stone un-turned in researching potential solutions to …
Stanford researchers use optical light to separate molecules from their doppelgangers
A handshake between light and molecules may soon lead to purer chemicals, thanks to the work of Jennifer Dionne, PhD, associate professor of materials science …
Stanford researcher explores use of meditation app to reduce physician burnout
Slammed by long and unpredictable hours, heavy clinical workloads, fatigue and limited professional control, many medical residents experience stress and even burnout. And surveys indicate this …
In medicine, every decision matters
Every Tuesday at noon, the pediatric oncology team skips their usual lunch plans and gathers for tumor board. Unfortunately, it’s as grim as it sounds …
Stanford scholars discuss pros and pitfalls of using computer programs for mental health care
When times are tough, we're often told to talk through our troubles with a mental health professional. But, this isn't always practical advice; some people …
On “The Future of Everything” radio show, a discussion of sleep
Interested in sleep? Long-time Stanford sleep expert Emmanuel Mignot, MD, PhD, was the featured guest on a recent episode of the “Future of Everything” radio show, and …
What history can teach us about medicine: A Q&A with a Stanford medical student
When I think of history, I think of the famous quote: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” This is …
Immune cells release “red flag” to activate muscle stem cells in response to damage
Muscle stem cells are wily beasts. As I've written about before, they nestle along our muscle fibers and quietly await the biological red flag that …
Stanford physician reflects on aid-in-dying law in practice
As Stanford physician Catherine Sonquist Forest, MD, went through her medical training, she hadn't considered the possibility that she would someday provide aid in dying to …
Looking deep into the human eye, Stanford scientist uncovers secrets of retinal disease
A dead fish and a discussion of the Cold War feature seem unlikely players in a story about new ways to diagnose diseases of the …
Brain scans may predict future abilities of kids with fragile X syndrome
One of the big challenges of raising a child with developmental disabilities is the struggle to predict the future: How much will the child be …