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Alzheimer’s and cancer experts collaborate to study chemobrain

Research study will explore possible link with cytokine profiles, differences between men and women

The Smith Alzheimer’s Center and Simmons Cancer Institute are teaming up to better understand the common side effect of “chemobrain,” and why some patients are at higher risk of developing it than others.

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Ebru Demir

Ebru Demir, MSc, PhD: Exploring the brain’s blueprint for connection

SIU research scientist Ebru Demir studies how the brain forms, values and remembers human relationships — and what happens when that process breaks down.
Wei Du and the THUNDER Imager

SIU labs can bring the THUNDER with new 3D imaging microscope

A new microscope at SIU School of Medicine can quickly make the invisible visible. The THUNDER Imager TM , a highly advanced technology now in use at SIU’s Core Research Facilities, lets scientists
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A Torry Testimonial

SIU scientist Andy Wilber know Dr. Don Torry well, and believes he personifies the '3 Ts of research' at the medical school.
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