Einstein in the Media | U.S./Global

Associated Press interviews John Bent, M.D., about the life-saving implantation in a newborn of the first 3-D laser-printed airway splint. Dr. Bent praises the researchers for developing the technology but it has not yet proven to be a permanent solution. Dr. Bent is associate professor of clinical otorhinolaryngology - head & neck surgery and of pediatrics at Einstein and director of pediatric otolaryngology at Montefiore Medical Center. (Friday, May 24, 2013)

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BBC News features surprising new research by William Jacobs, Jr., Ph.D., that found vitamin C kills multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in lab tests. Dr. Jacobs notes that further study is needed because the findings have not yet been shown to work in humans. Dr. Jacobs is professor of microbiology & immunology and of genetics at Einstein and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator. (Thursday, May 23, 2013)

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In a New York Times letter to the editor, Einstein and Montefiore geneticist Susan Klugman, M.D., explains how next-generation genetic sequencing tests can help guide treatment decisions for those who test BRCA negative but have strong family history of breast and ovarian cancers. Dr. Klugman is associate professor of clinical obstetrics & gynecology and women's health at Einstein, director of reproductive genetics at Montefiore Medical Center and director of clinical services and community outreach for the Program for Jewish Genetic Health at Yeshiva University. (Monday, May 20, 2013)

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In a New York Times article, Michael Alderman, M.D., applauds a new IOM report which found no rationale for sodium levels currently recommended by national guidelines. The expert committee, commissioned by the IOM at the behest of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, noted that below 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day, there is an absence of data in terms of the benefits, but there begin to be suggestions of harm in some groups. (Current national dietary guidelines are 1,500 mg a day.) Dr. Alderman is distinguished university professor emeritus of epidemiology & population health and of medicine, and holds the Atran Foundation Chair in Social Medicine. (Wednesday, May 15, 2013)

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Aging is all in your mind. Nature features new research by Dongsheng Cai, M.D., Ph.D., that found the hypothalamus is key to controlling the body’s aging processes. Dr. Cai and his colleagues used a mouse model to track the activity of a molecule that controls DNA transcription and is involved in inflammation. They found that the molecule becomes more active in the hypothalamus region of the brain as the mice aged and that blocking it extended their lifespan. Dr. Cai is professor of molecular pharmacology. (Thursday, May 02, 2013)

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NBC Local interviews designer Liz Lange about being an honoree at the 59th annual Spirit of Achievement Luncheon. Other honorees included Francine Einstein, M.D. (pictured), associate professor of obstetrics & gynecology and women’s health and of medicine at Einstein and 23andme.com co-founder Anne Wojcicki. Proceeds from the event will help advance research in breast, ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers at Einstein. The event was hosted by the New York Chapter of the National Women’s Division. (Thursday, May 02, 2013)

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NBCNews.com interviews Todd Olson, Ph.D., and Sherry Downie, P.D., and several Montefiore Medical Center residents about why the anatomy lab remains important in medical education.  In addition to the introductory anatomy course for first-year medical students, Einstein also offers refresher courses for residents to supplement their clinical experience. Dr. Olson is professor of anatomy & structural biology at Einstein. Dr. Downie is associate professor of clinical anatomy & structural biology and of clinical physical medicine & rehabilitation at Einstein. (Wednesday, May 01, 2013)

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Science features new research by Claudia Gravekamp, Ph.D., and Ekaterina Dadachova, Ph.D., that uses radioactive bacteria to destroy metastatic pancreatic cancer. Dr. Gravekamp notes that the findings could be used as additional treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer following surgery to remove the primary tumor. Dr. Gravekamp is associate professor of microbiology & immunology. Dr. Dadachova is professor of radiology and of microbiology & immunology and the Sylvia and Robert S. Olnick Faculty Scholar in Cancer Research. (Tuesday, April 23, 2013)

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Several Einstein faculty members and their research are featured in a National Geographic cover story on the potential genetic roots of longevity.  Harry Ostrer, M.D., Roee Holtzer, Ph.D., and Nir Barzilai, M.D., are quoted, providing insight into the some likely genetic factors of healthy aging and the varied physiological and behavioral outcomes of these factors. Ongoing epigenetic investigations by Francine Einstein, M.D. and John Greally, M.B.B.Ch, Ph.D., are also highlighted, as is Dr. Holtzer’s collaborator Joe Verghese, M.B.B.S. (Thursday, April 18, 2013)

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Dean Allen M. Spiegel, M.D., explains the power of technology to improve clinical care and its importance in medical education on The Stoler Report.. Dr. Spiegel, who was joined by deans from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai, Hofstra-LIJ and New York Medical College, noted that technology can be harnessed to support preventive care but that medical students must be taught the importance of personal interaction with patients. Dr. Spiegel is the Marilyn and Stanley M. Katz Dean at Einstein. (Wednesday, April 17, 2013)

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NY1 interviews Michael Lipton, M.D., Ph.D., about his ongoing research into whether “heading” in soccer may cause brain injury. Dr. Lipton notes that some amount of heading seems to be safe, although there is a threshold at which heading becomes dangerous. Dr. Lipton is associate professor of radiology and associate director of the Gruss Magnetic Resonance Research Center at Einstein and medical director of MRI services at Montefiore Medical Center. (Wednesday, April 17, 2013)

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In a Forbes op-ed, Geoffrey Kabat, Ph.D., outlines the enormous impact that overall healthy habits versus any one specific habit, can have on reducing disease. Dr. Kabat highlights several studies that show how healthy behaviors, such as not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight, can improve overall health and longevity. Dr. Kabat is a senior epidemiologist at Einstein. (Thursday, March 28, 2013)

Seattle Times ran an op-ed co-written by Arturo Casadevall, M.D., Ph.D., that decries the rise in cheating in science and its profound consequences. Along with co-author Ferric Fang, M.D., of the University of Washington, Dr. Casadevall explains their recent findings that scientific misconduct involves all levels of the scientific workforce, from faculty members to technicians, and that male scientists are more likely to be sanctioned for cheating than their female counterparts. Dr. Casadevall is professor and chair of microbiology & immunology and the Leo and Julia Forchheimer Chair in Microbiology & Immunology at Einstein. (Friday, March 22, 2013)

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Nature.com interviews Paul Frenette, M.D., about his research that found white blood cells play a key role in controlling red blood cell production.  Dr. Frenette notes that the findings could lead to a new therapy for polycythemia vera, a rare genetic disorder in which the bone marrow produces too many red blood cells. Dr. Frenette is director of Einstein’s Ruth L. and David S. Gottesman Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Research and professor of medicine and of cell biology. (Friday, March 22, 2013)

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New Parkinson's research led by Ana Maria Cuervo, M.D., Ph.D., was highlighted by Francis Collins, M.D., Ph.D., in his NIH Director's Blog. Dr. Cuervo’s recent study, published in Nature Neuroscience, found that a clog in the cell's protein disposal system may be a cause of the disease. Dr. Cuervo is professor of developmental and molecular biology, of anatomy and structural biology, and of medicine and the Robert and Renee Belfer Chair for the Study of Neurodegenerative Diseases at Einstein. (Tuesday, March 12, 2013)

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