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Fun Scientist-Approved Experiments for Kids
Mass General researcher and science outreach specialist Nita Jain, PhD, shares some science projects you can do at home.
Mass General Physicians Answer Questions about COVID-19
What is the new coronavirus? Why is it so hard to get tested? Once I recover, am I at risk to get it again?
A Team Effort to Tackle the Daunting Challenges of COVID-19
Members of the newly formed Greater Boston Consortium for Pathogen Readiness are collaborating in unprecedented ways to fight the pandemic.
How to Stay Up-to-Date on Mass General’s Coronavirus Response
The situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic is changing on a moment-to-moment basis, and we want to make sure you stay informed.
Research Roundup for March: New Insights into Sepsis and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Research Roundup is a monthly column summarizing some recent research advances from Massachusetts General Hospital.
Devising Ways to Improve the Bioengineering of Blood Vessels for the Lungs
While researchers have made strides in the quest to bioengineer new organs, there’s still a long way to go.
Too Much of a Good Thing? How a Typically Healthy Cellular Process Turns Harmful
Mass General researchers have made a key discovery about how the cellular process of autophagy can extend or shorten lifespan.
Mass General Nurses Showcase Their Research During Grand Rounds
The Munn Center for Nursing Research at Massachusetts General Hospital recently celebrated a grand round events to recognize the recipients of several recent grants and awards.
Reducing the Devastating and Disproportionate Impact of Untreated Health Issues Among the Homeless
A Mass General nurse researcher is working to better connect homeless individuals to crucial primary care services.
Mass General Researchers in Four of Altmetric’s Top 100 Publications of 2019
Congratulations to the four Mass General research teams whose publications were featured in the Altmetric Top 100 for 2019.