World Securing public spaces in the wake of Capitol violence Scholars reflect on how to maintain access to nation’s symbols of democracy
World Broad Institute director tapped for White House role Lander will serve as Biden’s science adviser
Health Plant-based diet may feed key gut microbes Large-scale study finds gut microbes associated with lower risks for diabetes, heart disease, obesity
Health Highly infectious coronavirus variant dampens prospects for summer return to normal Experts say it raises need to speed vaccinations, lifts herd immunity threshold
Synthetic lining in small intestine may help treat diabetes, obesity May deliver drugs in a sustained way, potentially reducing treatment to a once-a-day dose Science| DateAugust 26, 2020August 27, 2020
Children’s role in spread of virus bigger than thought Study found extremely high levels of SARS-CoV-2 in children's airways Health| DateAugust 20, 2020August 20, 2020
New species in an urban ecosystem (read: solar panel) Visiting researcher discovers bacterium at Arnold Arboretum Science| DateAugust 3, 2020August 3, 2020
State of stasis Researchers identify neurons that control hibernation-like behaviors in mice Science| DateJune 11, 2020June 11, 2020
An engineering approach to shape neuronal connections Precise control over neuron growth paves the way for repairing injuries, improving brain models Science| DateJune 8, 2020
A promise to a friend In a first, researchers use base editing to correct recessive genetic deafness and restore partial hearing Science| DateJune 5, 2020
The origin of things DNA-barcoded microbial spores can trace origin of objects, agricultural products Science| DateJune 4, 2020
Reopening research operations Vice Provost Rick McCullough discusses the decision to shut down labs and outlines the plans to ensure a safe return to normal operations when the time comes Campus| DateMay 15, 2020June 3, 2020
Mapping the cancer connection Study takes most comprehensive look to date at connection between the ancestry and the molecular makeup of cancer Health| DateMay 11, 2020May 8, 2020
CRISPR-based technology spots COVID-19 Diagnostic chips perform thousands of tests simultaneously to detect viruses Science| DateApril 29, 2020April 29, 2020
Breakthrough to halt premature aging of cells Study identifies potential drug treatments for telomere diseases Health| DateApril 22, 2020
Feeling more anxious and stressed? You’re not alone Chan School’s Koenen discusses rising mental health concerns in the coronavirus era Health| DateApril 16, 2020April 24, 2020
‘Faster protection with less material’ How a new vaccine adjuvant might eventually help to shorten the race to COVID-19 immunity Science| DateApril 9, 2020August 24, 2020
Injections to become pills, in vision of Harvard-launched startup New formulations enable oral delivery of therapeutics traditionally delivered intravenously Health| DateApril 9, 2020April 9, 2020
Scientists map human protein interactions Map is now available to better understand cancer and infectious diseases such as COVID-19 Science| DateApril 8, 2020April 8, 2020
Organized to fight the pandemic To stem the coronavirus crisis, Harvard Medical School scientists forge ahead on six key fronts Health| DateApril 1, 2020April 1, 2020
New blood test can detect wide range of cancers Dana-Farber helps lead multi-center trial to provide testing results to patients for the first time Health| DateMarch 31, 2020April 1, 2020
Capabilities of CRISPR gene editing expanded Can more easily correct disease-causing mutations ranging from cancer to blindness Science| DateMarch 26, 2020
App predicts hospital capacity New tool will help leaders make informed decisions as hospitals prepare for COVID-19 patients Health| DateMarch 18, 2020March 19, 2020
Designing a coronavirus vaccine Researchers prepare for next year and beyond Health| DateMarch 13, 2020March 13, 2020
Genetic control of collective behavior Research reveals how genes related to psychiatric conditions can influence group behavior in zebrafish Science| DateMarch 13, 2020March 13, 2020
Blood biopsies offer early warning of cancer’s return Tests that look for hundreds of tumor mutations may detect residual disease in patients after treatment Science| DateMarch 13, 2020March 12, 2020
Why does Alcoholics Anonymous work? Comprehensive review looks at AA and related 12-step programs, sees long-term engagement as key Health| DateMarch 11, 2020March 12, 2020
A virus that targets the elderly Doctors try to safeguard nursing home patients from COVID-19 by reducing visitors, adding screenings Health| DateMarch 10, 2020March 11, 2020
Helping hands bring laser light to Armenia MGH Wellman Center physicians bring treatment for port-wine stain, hemangioma, scars to Armenia Health| DateMarch 6, 2020March 10, 2020
i3 Center formed for advancing cancer immunotherapy Will develop new biomaterials-based approaches to enable anti-cancer immune-therapies for therapy-resistant cancers Science| DateMarch 6, 2020
How to reduce the spread of coronavirus Much of it follows traditional cold-season admonitions, but some is more specific Health| DateMarch 5, 2020March 6, 2020
An egg a day is OK Latest study concludes moderate consumption not associated with cardiovascular disease risk Health| DateMarch 4, 2020March 4, 2020
From YouTube to your school Research shows online STEM demonstrations can be as effective as classroom teaching Science| DateFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020
Endurance athletes found to have enlarged aortas Researchers will try determine if this is good or bad for those who are older Health| DateFebruary 26, 2020February 26, 2020
