Tulane researcher wins $25,000 at BioChallenge competition
November 22, 2016
A new company launched by a Tulane School of Medicine researcher took home an investment prize at the 5th Annual BioChallenge Startup Competition. Cooper Woods, assistant professor in the Department of Physiology and the Tulane University Heart & Vascular Institute, won for his startup, Carre Diagnostics.
Young children need better access to mental health care
November 21, 2016
Almost 10 percent of very young children struggle with significant mental health problems, yet few are getting help, according to a new American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement co-authored by a Tulane University child psychiatrist.
Female role models make science a better fit for girls
November 18, 2016
Studies have long shown that girls are less likely than boys to be interested in math and science, but new research by Tulane University researchers suggests that matching girls with female role models could dramatically reverse that trend.
Increase in heart attacks continued a decade after Hurricane Katrina
November 15, 2016
A decade after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, hospital admissions for heart attacks in the city were three times higher than they were before the storm, according to Tulane University research results presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2016 in New Orleans this week.
New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd to speak at Tulane
November 14, 2016
Acclaimed New York Times political columnist Maureen Dowd will discuss the “psychologies and pathologies” of the 2016 presidential campaign Wednesday, Nov. 16 at Tulane University.
Election 2016: What’s next for healthcare reform
November 09, 2016
Mollye Demosthenidy, clinical associate professor in the Department of Global Health Management Policy at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, explains what changes could be coming for healthcare reform after the election.
Tulane docs squash the competition at Bug Bowl
November 04, 2016
Tulane University infectious disease residents and fellows dominated against teams from LSU Health Sciences Center and Ochsner Health System in a quiz bowl that featured obscure trivia about tropical medicine, parasites and rare diseases.
Daylight saving time changes may affect your sleep
November 03, 2016
The upcoming time change may affect your sleep patterns. Use these tips to get better rest.
Dancer Wellness Program provides en pointe health care
October 25, 2016
The Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine has partnered with the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic and Assistance Foundation to keep local performers healthy.
Partnership focuses on healthcare innovation
October 24, 2016
With a corporate mission to improve the lives of Louisiana residents, Blue Cross Blue Shield turns to Tulane University to help address the state’s healthcare issues.
Tulane professor named to prestigious National Academy of Medicine
October 20, 2016
Maureen Lichtveld, a Tulane University professor, has been elected as a member of the National Academy of Medicine, considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine.
Houston lawyer Brad Beers joins Board of Tulane
October 11, 2016
Brad Beers, a Houston lawyer and former co-chairman of the Tulane President’s Council, has joined the Board of Tulane, the university’s main governing body.
New SSW dean champions community, technology
October 10, 2016
Patrick Bordnick hopes to make connections between the Tulane University School of Social Work’s reputation and potential and New Orleans’ post-Katrina resilience.
Tulane University awarded $11.4M to turn discoveries into cures
October 10, 2016
The National Institutes of Health has awarded Tulane University an $11.4 million grant to develop more scientists devoted to clinical research aimed at helping patients suffering from high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes and related conditions.
Dr. Mary T. Killackey appointed new chair of surgery
October 10, 2016
The Tulane University School of Medicine welcomes Dr. Mary T. Killackey, the first woman to serve as chair of the Department of Surgery.