Anping Chen, Saint Louis University (IMAGE) Saint Louis University Caption Anping Chen, Ph.D., director of pathology's research division at Saint Louis University, has found that curcumin, which is the chemical in the spice curry, may prevent or treat damage from liver fibrosis. Credit Jan Ryerse, Ph.D. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.