U-M researchers have found that gut bacteria eats the colon lining in rats when fed a low-fiber diet. See how a lack of fiber can lead to colon infection.

Researchers are using a combination of UPEC & siderophore to create a urinary tract infection vaccine. Learn more UTI-causing bacteria & possible UTI vaccines.

Scientists at the University of Michigan have transplanted lab grown lungs into mice. Learn about stem cell research including how stem cell organs are created.

Researchers have shown the EGFL6 protein helps ovarian cancer spread. Learn more about ovarian cancer treatment and prevention using EGFL6-blocking antibodies.

Researchers are using genetics to understand nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Learn more about fatty liver causes, NAFLD treatments, and fatty liver symptoms.

Understanding who has the highest risk of rare cancers, including squamous cell esophageal cancer, suggests a potential for targeted screening recommendations.

Learn about a small implanted device capable of detecting and treating metastatic breast cancer earlier and how this technology could improve survival rates.

A new discovery about a common and potentially deadly bacterium could one day pave the way for new, needed antibiotics.

University of Michigan immunologist discusses using immunotherapy to treat pediatric brain cancer. Learn more about the cancer treatments being used for DIPG.

University of Michigan study suggests that the serotonin pathway in fruit flies impacts protein consumption and life spans. Learn more about serotonin function.

U-M researchers are investigating a new immunotherapy drug for AML in children — one with a built-in "safety switch" in case unexpected adverse reactions occur.

Antidepressants are necessary for many with major depressive disorder, but response times and remission rates are a problem. U-M researchers find sleep might help.

A metabolic cross-talk pathway between cancer and noncancer cells in pancreatic tumors delivers an alternative nutrient to the cancer cells, facilitating tumor growth.

Advances in funding and technology have boosted the profile (and potential) of gene mutation study. But the movement has also magnified gaps and incomplete claims.

Researchers explore why more women are having voluntary mastectomies and share insight into the decision making process of patients who elect a double mastectomy.