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Stem cells derived from fat tissue offer potential regenerative therapies for multiple diseases

February 23, 2016

Stem cells and other regenerative cells that have been isolated from a patient’s own fat tissue are being tested in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, neurological disorders, erectile dysfunction and

UofL School of Nursing awarded grant for PhD nursing students

February 17, 2016

The University of Louisville School of Nursing has for the first time received a grant of $20,000 from the Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare.

Oral bacteria linked to risk of stroke

February 16, 2016

In a study of patients entering the hospital for acute stroke, researchers have increased their understanding of an association between certain types of stroke and the presence of the oral bacteria (cnm-positive Streptococcus mutans).