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Waste Reduction

Study illuminates underpinnings of extreme muscle and fat loss in cancer

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The Pressure’s Off

Researchers reveal active-state structure of popular drug target for blood pressure

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Bone Deep

A new ‘atlas’ of genetic influences on osteoporosis may unlock better treatments

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Decoding the Newborn

As newborn genomic sequencing becomes more common in clinic, questions linger about the utility and…

Single Cell

Cell by Cell

HMS studies featured in Science's 'Breakthrough of the Year'

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The 'Graying' of T Cells

The elderly suffer more serious complications from infections and benefit less from vaccines.

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Origins of Pain

Withdrawing one’s hand to avoid injury and soothing the pain of that injury are two distinct…

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Looking for a Lock

Study uncovers new angles for preventing Shiga and ricin toxins from entering cells

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