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Researcher Studies Grandson’s Rare Genetic Mutation
Mass General’s Marian DiFiglia, PhD, is working to advance research on the rare genetic mutation that affects her grandson.
Research Roundup: Genetic Protection from Alzheimer’s Disease, Football Players and Heart Health, and More
Recent research news from the Mass General Research Institute, including insights into genetic protection from Alzheimer’s disease, heart health and more.
DISCOVERY Study Seeks to Learn More About the Causes of Post-Stroke Cognitive Disability
DISCOVERY will become a landmark study to unravel the mechanisms of post-stroke cognitive disability and to identify treatment targets.
Three Mass General Investigators Named NIH New Innovators
The NIH New Innovator Award supports exceptionally creative early career investigators who propose innovative, high-impact projects.
Study Links Eating Disorders to Childhood Infections
New data from a Mass General researcher highlights a link between the immune system and the onset of eating disorders.
Alzheimer’s Disease Expert Says Future Treatment Success Will Require a Shift in Strategy and Timing
Rudy Tanzi, PhD, believes the key to treating Alzheimer’s disease will be earlier detection and treatment guided by individual risk factors and family history.
Mass General Celebrates its Second-Annual Neuroscience Day
Researchers across disciplines detailed their latest projects to improve our understanding and treatment of disorders of the brain.
Five Things to Know About Gaming Disorder
Gene Beresin, MD, executive director of the Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital, recently wrote an article about gaming disorder. For those who may not be aware of gaming disorder, or parents who are worried about their child’s gaming patterns, here are five things to know.
Preventing Mental Illness Across the Lifespan: Meet the Team that’s getting it DUNN
Meet Dr. Erin Dunn and her research team, who are dedicated to reducing the burden of depression and other brain health disorders by discovering innovative approaches to prevention.
The IBHCRP: Breaking Down the Walls that Separate Physical and Mental Health
What if there was a simple way to help individuals prioritize their emotional health just as much as their physical health?