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Five Things to Know About the Wellman Center for Photomedicine
The Wellman Center is a pioneer in light-based biomedical research and has been the source of many clinical innovations that many may not know about, so we decided to share a few fun facts. Here are five things to know.
How An Unexpected Finding Could Help to Predict and Prevent Acute Kidney Injury
Learn how Mass General researcher Sylvie Breton turned a surprise finding in her lab into a potential treatment for a disease known as “the silent killer.”
How Chest X-Rays Could Provide New Clues About Your Future Health Risks
While one person may not be able to analyze and process all that information, computers powered by artificial intelligence (AI) can help.
Recent Mass General Research Awards and Honors (Part 2)
Massachusetts General Hospital’s talented and dedicated researchers are working to push the boundaries of science and medicine every day. In this series we highlight a few individuals who have recently received awards or honors for their achievements
Research Finds Men and Women with Alcoholism May Process Emotions Differently
In the early years of alcoholism research, most studies were conducted using samples that involved men only, because women were thought to add complexity to research studies. That’s why researchers at the Martinos Center decided to take a closer look at the different ways that men and women with alcohol use disorder (AUD) respond to emotional cues.
NHGRI Leaders Present Their 2020 Vision for Genomics Research
As the role of genomics in biomedical research continues to evolve, so too will the role of the National Health Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), Director Eric Green, PhD, told local genomics researchers at Mass General earlier this month.
How Mass General is at the Forefront of Genomics Research and Personalized Medicine
Researchers at the Center for Genomic Medicine have become pivotal players in the emergence of precision medicine due to their various roles as local and international leaders in genomics.
Be A Part of the 2019 MGRI Image Contest
Last year we had our first-ever image contest, and we had so much fun we decided to do it again! If you are a Mass General researcher, we invite you to enter our 2019 Mass General Research Institute Image Contest beginning August 5, 2019 through September 27, 2019.
Partners Healthcare Biobank Hits Major Milestone
Partners Healthcare created the Partners Biobank to build a library of diverse genetic information that researchers could use to learn and develop more effective treatments to some of life’s most challenging diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and depression.
Recent Mass General Research Awards and Honors (Part 1)
Massachusetts General Hospital’s talented and dedicated researchers are working to push the boundaries of science and medicine every day. In this series we highlight a few individuals who have recently received awards or honors for their achievements.