Major grant spurs effort to map biology of Crohn's disease

Under the terms of the award, VUMC will work with several other institutions to create a "gut cell atlas" -- essentially a catalog of individual cells, gene expression patterns and proteins in the small and large intestines of Crohn's patients and those without the disease. View...

Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance celebrates 20 years of collaboration

In 1999 Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University Medical Center announced the establishment of a formal alliance to enhance the educational, scientific and clinical programs at and between both institutions. View...

Karijolich, Shoemaker, Kropski to deliver today's Cutting-Edge Discovery Lecture

Antiviral immunity, obesity and pulmonary fibrosis will be discussed by three Vanderbilt University researchers during a Cutting-Edge Discovery Lecture on Nov. 21. The lecture will begin at 4 p.m. in 208 Light Hall. View...

Nicholas Blackmon loves his job so much, one time he forgot he was supposed to be on vacation

There's a good chance if you see a child with a cast at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, it was carefully and lovingly applied by cast technician Nicholas Blackmon. He was honored with a Credo Award for his dedication, positivity and work ethic. View...

"My Southern Health": Advice from a living organ donor

At age 21, Carissa Buccieri donated her left kidney to her friend Will Gallagher. It's a decision she's proud to have made, and she even likes to say she'd give her right one if she could. View...