Scientists Discover Previously Unknown Way Cells Break Down Proteins August 24, 2023 The mechanism degrades short-lived proteins that support brain and immune functions
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
Bridging a Critical Gap in Care for the World’s Poorest Billion July 13, 2023 Center named a WHO Collaborating Centre
A New Tool for Diagnosing Cancer June 22, 2023 Platform combines structural details with molecular information about a tumor
Some Gut Bacteria Linked to Precancerous Colon Polyps June 8, 2023 New study looks at microbiome’s influence, findings may help with prevention
Newly Identified Genetic Variant Protects Against Alzheimer’s May 15, 2023 Discovery points to new common disease pathway, treatment target
New Institute to Address Cancer, Immune, Inflammatory Diseases May 9, 2023 Historic $100 million gift given by biotech entrepreneur Gene Lay
Trust and Global Partnerships May 5, 2023 What HMS is learning from a 20-year effort to strengthen Vietnam’s health care system
Tech Use, Depression in Older Adults April 18, 2023 Study indicates link between tech use, anxiety, depression
Why Viruses Like SARS-CoV-2 Can Reinfect Us, Evade Immune Response April 6, 2023 Key lies in how human antibodies target the same parts of the virus again and again