Pediatric researcher Misty Good (IMAGE)

Washington University in St. Louis

Pediatric researcher Misty Good

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A study led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has identified a protein in the immune system that may protect babies from necrotizing enterocolitis, a leading cause of death among premature infants. Pictured is Misty Good, MD, MS, an assistant professor of pediatrics in the Division of Newborn Medicine at Washington University.

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