Medicine
Three Lives, One Gene Editing Revolution
A panel of gene editing experts detailed key advancements in the field and what’s next for genetic therapies
Read MoreSuperficial Vein Thrombosis, a Common—Yet Surprisingly Understudied—Vein Clotting Condition
Superficial vein thrombosis (SuVT) is a condition involving blood clots in veins close to the surface of the skin.
Read MoreHow a Scientist Followed Curiosity (and Love) to Build an Innovative Tool to Track Changes in the Gut Microbiome
Developed by scientists at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, ChronoStrain is a cutting-edge tool that tracks changes in bacterial populations over time.
Read MoreWhy Do Symptoms Linger in Some People After an Infection? A Conversation on Post-Acute Infection Syndromes
Long COVID and ME/CFS are part of a growing group of post-infection illnesses affecting millions worldwide.
Read MoreWhy Do We Get Allergies? Mass General Brigham Scientist Explains the Surprising Science Behind the Itch
Despite how common they are, we still don’t fully understand why some people develop allergies while others don’t.
Read MoreRace to Save a Life: How an Act of Collaboration Led to a Bespoke Gene Therapy Treatment
Researchers know that a small act of generosity can have a big ripple effect.
Read More2025 Celebration of Science Poster of Distinction Winners: Meet Jixian Shen, PhD
Jiaxian is a postdoctoral research fellow studying the role of the gut microbiome in inflammatory bowel disease.
Read MoreResearchers Unpack the Health Impacts of Ultraprocessed Foods
MGB researchers are identifying new connections between ultraprocessed foods and disease and developing new tools to help consumers make better food choices.
Read MoreBrigham Researchers Advance to Next Phase of International XPRIZE Healthspan Competition
The XPRIZE award includes $250,000 to fund preliminary studies and a chance to compete for the $101 million grand prize.
Read MoreExtending the Reach of Innovation to Empower Patients After Hypertensive Pregnancy
A Brigham program that assists high-risk postpartum patients to transition from obstetric to primary care is being adapted by other health systems.
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