Type 2 Diabetes in Youngsters May Be a Genetically Distinct Form of the Disorder February 23, 2024 New research challenges thinking about complex diseases with early-onset forms
Reexposing a Cancer Protein to Enhance Immunotherapy February 22, 2024 Study finds protein that tumors manipulate to escape immune detection
Annual Awards Propel Basic Discoveries Into Clinic November 15, 2023 The Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards aim to harness fundamental insights into new treatments
8 Harvard Medical School Researchers Receive NIH Awards October 26, 2023 Awards support high-risk, high-reward research
Unconventional Approach to C. Diff October 26, 2023 Lab experiments support treating inflammation rather than bacteria
How Huntington’s Disease Begins Before Symptoms Appear October 24, 2023 Study blocks cognitive symptoms in mice, advancing efforts at early intervention
10 HMS Researchers Elected to National Academy of Medicine October 19, 2023 Recognized for major contributions to medical science and health
Brain Injury Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Disease September 21, 2023 Screening and early interventions for those most at risk could help limit harm
Scientists Explain a Glitch in the (Extracellular) Matrix September 13, 2023 Worm study provides clues about protective cell coats
Mootha to Receive Lurie Prize August 9, 2023 Professor of systems biology recognized for discoveries in mitochondrial science
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
HMS Physician-Scientist Named WHO Special Envoy for Climate Change and Health July 20, 2023 Vanessa Kerry says building resilient health systems is key to reducing harm from climate crisis