In a First, Genetically Edited Pig Kidney Is Transplanted Into Human March 21, 2024 Procedure marks milestone in quest to provide more organs to patients in need
Annual Awards Propel Basic Discoveries Into Clinic November 15, 2023 The Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards aim to harness fundamental insights into new treatments
Brain Injury Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Disease September 21, 2023 Screening and early interventions for those most at risk could help limit harm
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
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
How a Lowly Immune Cell Helps the Immune System Fight Cancer March 30, 2023 New research reveals that neutrophils play key role in determining success of cancer immunotherapy
In Utero SARS‐CoV‐2 Exposure Linked to Higher Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders March 23, 2023 Study found risk was higher only for male babies; larger studies and longer follow-up needed
Blood Pressure Drug Benefit February 23, 2023 Study shows promising treatment for patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer
Telling Left from Right in Organ Development January 19, 2023 Why do some people have asymmetric organs?