Historical DNA Study Connects Living People to Enslaved and Free African Americans at Early Ironworks August 3, 2023 Genetic analysis offers new way to reveal relationships, help restore ancestral histories
How the Gut Signals to the Brain August 3, 2023 In a first, scientists define colon neurons specialized for sending different signals to the brain
Scientists Identify Cells Involved in Correcting Errors During Spatial Navigation July 19, 2023 Neurons become active when mice exploring a maze correct after making a wrong turn
Second Year of Pandemic Saw Spike in Child Mental Health Visits to ED July 12, 2023 A surge in girls’ visits drove the trend, fueling longer waits for inpatient care
Researchers Uncover Signal Needed for Blood-Brain Barrier July 12, 2023 The signal, produced by neurons, helps the barrier form and maintain its protective properties
AI Tool Decodes Brain Cancer’s Genome During Surgery July 7, 2023 Real-time tumor profiling can guide surgical, treatment decisions
When It Comes to Immunity, You Are What You Eat June 28, 2023 Mouse study shows how diet altered by gut microbes spurs development of immune cells
Betting on Basic Biology June 23, 2023 HMS physician-scientist, former poker player probes cell receptors for clues to treat disease
A New Tool for Diagnosing Cancer June 22, 2023 Platform combines structural details with molecular information about a tumor
2023 Warren Alpert Prize Honors Pioneer in Computational Biology June 20, 2023 2023 Warren Alpert Prize Honors Pioneer in Computational Biology
Chang Named New Dean for Medical Education June 7, 2023 Neurologist has long record of medical education service at HMS
Lung Infection May Be Less Transmissible Than Thought May 30, 2023 Study calls into question pathogen’s ability to spread from person to person
