Over the last decade, evidence has mounted that the measles vaccine protects in not one but two ways: Not only does it prevent the well-known acute illness with spots and fever that frequently sends children to the hospital, but it also appears to protect from other infections over the long term.
Beth Stevens’ work has built a foundation for new kinds of medicines to treat neurodegenerative diseases. “I was just following the science.”
Study offers insights for new ways to treat and prevent both conditions
HMS researcher Rachel Wolfson studies how the brain receives signals from gastrointestinal organs
Members of Pontifical Academy of Sciences share hopes for improving human health
David Liu, Breakthrough Prize winner, retraces the path to an “incredibly exciting” disease fighter: “This is the essence of basic science.”
Wyss Institute’s Don Ingber details rush to hold onto major projects, talented researchers — and system that has driven U.S. innovation .
Timely detection could reduce morbidity, mortality, and offers opportunities for early intervention.
Graduating MD/PhD student Emily Rencsok journeys through bioengineering, epidemiology, rehabilitation
Spyros Artavanis-Tsakonas recognized for research on fundamental cell signaling pathway
Over the course of twelve years, Brendon Paradis lost his eyesight to a disease with no name. Starting in his mid-20s, his symptoms puzzled one…
