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An AI Tool That Can Help Forecast Viral Outbreaks
October 26, 2023 | EVEscape predicts future viral mutations, new variants using evolutionary, biological information.
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Childbirth Experience Sparks Maternal Health Career, Advocacy
October 17, 2023 | Five Questions with RN Tiffany Vassell on overcoming bias and achieving equity.
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The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Skeletal Health
October 12, 2023 | Scientists identify gut bacteria linked to bone density, strength.
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Connecting Bench and Bedside to Rethink Kidney Damage of Lupus
October 3, 2023 | Five Questions with C/T Research Academy physician scientist Afroditi Boulougoura.
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A Clue Into Long COVID from Patients with Rheumatic Diseases
September 27, 2023 | Infection with a common cold virus may prime some people to develop the syndrome.
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No Magic Formula: Getting Biostats Right the First Time
September 19, 2023 | Five Questions with biostatistics consultant Anna Modest on designing effective studies.
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Twice as Many Deaths Seen in Older Adults After Discharge from Hospital with COVID vs. Flu
September 12, 2023 | Study shows post-discharge risk declined during the pandemic, but inequities persist.
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Can Brain Imaging Unravel the Role of Anxiety in Psychosis?
September 5, 2023 | Five Questions with physician-scientist Jacqueline Clauss on preventing psychotic disorders in young people.
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