Why we need to talk now about the brave new world of editing genes May 20, 2015 A buzzworthy biology topic is a revolutionary new method to ‘edit’ DNA that has spread to thousands…
Lack of exercise can disrupt the body’s rhythms May 20, 2015 Exercise may affect how and when we move, even when we aren’t exercising, according to a fascinating…
Is genetic testing right for you? May 20, 2015 Back in April, former veterans from Google and Twitter joined forces to launch an Internet start up…
New office of recovery services to tackle opioid addiction May 20, 2015 Sarah Wakeman, instructor in medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, participated in an…
Breast cancer treatment offers patients hope through targeted therapy May 19, 2015 Ian Krop, assistant professor of medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, participated in an…
Stem cell 'Wild West' takes root amid lack of US regulation May 18, 2015 While stem cells from bone marrow have become an established therapy for a handful of blood cancers…
Meditation and yoga may ease diseases that cause gut pain May 18, 2015 If you thought meditation was good only for your emotional well-being, think again: A new study…
Home-brew: Scientists tweak yeast to grow morphine May 18, 2015 Researchers have figured out how to get yeast to produce morphine, codeine and other similar drugs…
Generation deaf: Doctors warn of dangers of ear buds May 17, 2015 Doctors warn that a steady onslaught of loud noise, particularly through ear buds, is damaging the…
As you were saying ... Gift ban keeps on giving grief May 16, 2015 Thomas Stossel, professor of medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, wrote this opinion piece…
Alpert Prize Recognizes Malaria Breakthroughs May 15, 2015 Collective work of awardees impacts millions of lives globally.
