Research labs
Clinical research aids in the development of new drugs, novel surgical techniques and innovative new devices. Learn more about the research happening in labs at SIU School of Medicine.
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Study suggests colder environments do not improve cognition in Alzheimer’s
Environmental effects vary by gender as well
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As people age, the body’s ability to generate heat and maintain a steady internal body temperature worsens. New findings out of the Hascup research groups suggest that decline, combined with a chronic colder environment, may increase Alzheimer’s disease progression — particularly in women.
Ask The Expert with Memorial Health - Alzheimer's Disease
Smith Alzheimer's Center Director Erin Hascup, PhD sits down with WTAX's Joey McLaughlin to discuss Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. From how to spot early warning signs of dementia to how
$1.86M grant helps SIU scientist broaden brain research into autism
Ben Richardson, Ph.D., has spent his career studying functions and circuits in the brain and what causes them to behave abnormally, especially within an area called the cerebellum. His work has
Erin Hascup discusses recent investiture, Alzheimer's research
Dr. Erin Hascup, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment, sat down with WMAY's Jim Leach to discuss Alzheimer's research.
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Clinical Trials
We're always investigating new treatments
SIU Medicine is committed to discovering and advancing health care through research. Clinical research aids in the development of new drugs, novel surgical techniques and innovative new devices. It also helps doctors identify risk factors and new ways to prevent or delay certain diseases.