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Sally Johnson (1880–1957): A Pioneer in Nursing Practice, Education, and Administration
Sally May Johnson’s life and career epitomize the transformative power of dedication, vision and humanity in the nursing profession.
Extending 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.
Remembering Ada Plumer, RN, a Visionary Yet Humble Leader in IV Nursing
Ada Plumer (1916 to 2007) left an indelible mark on the nursing profession through her pioneering work in intravenous (IV) therapy.
The Path To Creating the World’s Smallest Laser Light Show, and How Researchers Are Using It to Track Cancer Cells
Lighting the Way Cho explained that when he first entered the world of cancer cell research, it was hard for researchers to tell each of the individual cells in the tumor microenvironment apart, making it difficult to learn what part each cell played in cancer growth over time. “Biologists and medical scientists use microscopes to
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How the Nurses’ Health Study Transformed What We Know About Public Health
The iconic study has been one of the most ambitious and fruitful investigations of the risk factors that can lead to chronic diseases.
Decoding DNA: A Conversation with Heidi Rehm, PhD
Through her research, Dr. Rehm is identifying genes underlying rare diseases to help patients and their families find answers and treatment.
2025 Celebration of Science Poster of Distinction Winners: Meet Shota Shibata, PhD
Shota is a postdoctoral research fellow in the Center for Genomic Medicine studying repeat expansion diseases such as Huntington’s disease.
2025 Celebration of Science Poster of Distinction Winners: Meet Alex Dyson, PhD
Alex is researcher in the Department of Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital studying new treatment strategies for neurofibromatosis.
2025 Celebration of Science Poster of Distinction Winners: Meet Izabella (Izzy) Bankowski
Izzy is a research technician in the Bordt Lab studying sex differences in the development of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Marijuana: Separating Myth from Medicine – Pioneering Research in an Understudied Field
Medical marijuana has been touted as a cure for everything from anxiety to insomnia, but what does research tell us about the benefits and potential risks?