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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

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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

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Some Gut Bacteria Linked to Precancerous Colon Polyps

June 8, 2023

New study looks at microbiome’s influence, findings may help with prevention

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Newly Identified Genetic Variant Protects Against Alzheimer’s

May 15, 2023

Discovery points to new common disease pathway, treatment target

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New Institute to Address Cancer, Immune, Inflammatory Diseases

May 9, 2023

Historic $100 million gift given by biotech entrepreneur Gene Lay

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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

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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

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Blood Pressure Drug Benefit

February 23, 2023

Study shows promising treatment for patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer

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Supporting the Next Generation of Cancer Researchers

February 13, 2023

7 HMS researchers receive Damon Runyon awards

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4 Elected 2022 AAAS Fellows

January 31, 2023

HMS faculty recognized for distinguished scientific achievements

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Telling Left from Right in Organ Development

January 19, 2023

Why do some people have asymmetric organs?

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COVID-19's Lessons for Future Pandemics

November 17, 2022

Scientists discuss what’s next as SARS-CoV-2 evolves and why COVID-19 won’t be our last pandemic

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