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Three Lessons from the Advancing Innovation in Dermatology Conference 2021
Doctors are ideally positioned to identify and solve challenges in patient care, but need the support of industry to succeed.
3D Printed Radioprotective Devices Could Reduce Painful GI Injuries in Cancer Patients
Researchers have identified a promising new strategy to reduce a debilitating side effect of radiation treatment for cancer.
Conversations with Margarita: Going Beyond the Numbers
There are two key pieces of our data infrastructure to reexamine if we want to make our public health systems be more equitable, says Margarita Alegría, PhD, chief of the Disparities Research Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Humans of MGRI: Nitasha Siddique
Nitasha is a clinical research coordinator in the Dunn Lab and a fan of the Marvel comic book movies.
How Does Maternal Marijuana Use Affect the Developing Fetus? Researchers Call for New Studies to Find Out More
There’s growing recognition that maternal marijuana use can disrupt placental function and fetal development, which can have long term health consequences.
Conversations with Margarita: Suffering in Silence
While they drive our economy and society forward, people who immigrate to the United States also have to navigate new systems, cultural norms, and sometimes a new language.
3 Key Reasons Why Clinician Involvement in Innovation is Important
The leaders of the Magic Wand Initiative at Mass General detail the key role that doctors have in developing new products for patients.
Tips to Help Scientists Get the Most out of Twitter
Twitter can be a great platform for scientists to connect with colleagues, start new collaborations and engage with the public.
Revisions to State Licensing Questions Could Help More Doctors Access Mental Health Services
Changing the scope and nature of questions about mental health on licensing applications could make doctors more comfortable seeking care.
Introducing the 2021 Mass General Research Institute Image Awards
Check out the new categories and contest rules for the 2021 MGRI Image Awards!