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Matthew Sacchet at brain scanner with a Tibetan monk.

Diving into the Deep End of Meditation Research

June 27, 2023 | Five Questions with Matthew Sacchet, who directs MGB’s Meditation Research Program.

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The Triborough Bridge along the East River in New York City with massive air pollution in the sky from wildfires.

In the Thick of it

June 21, 2023 | Scenes of smoke-blanketed Northeast likely to repeat, one expert says. Another offers advice for reducing harm to health.

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Nathaniel Harnett in an aerial silks class.

Neuroimaging Links Structural Racism to Brain Changes, PTSD

June 15, 2023 | Five Questions with Nathaniel Harnett on his two-year fellowship with Harvard Catalyst.

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Doctor talking to a patient.

NIH Toughens Enforcement of Delayed Clinical Trials Reporting

June 5, 2023 | Agency says it has brought more than 200 tardy investigators into compliance since July 2022.

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Paul Bispo with a student in the lab.

Applying Portable Genomics to Unravel Intraocular Infections

May 30, 2023 | Five Questions with Paulo Bispo on his quest to elucidate leading causes of blindness.

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Close up of a man holding a decorative model of an intestine.

To Boost Cancer Immunotherapy’s Fighting Power, Look to the Gut

May 23, 2023 | Study reveals gut microbes alter body’s response to cancer immunotherapy.

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Athanasios Bikas with his wife and nephew.

Can Metabolic Reprogramming Starve Thyroid Tumors?

May 15, 2023 | Five Questions with Athanasios Bikas on his training with Harvard Catalyst's Clinical/Translational Research Academy.

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Closeup view of black female ear.

Scientists Regenerate Hair Cells that Enable Hearing

May 11, 2023 | Researchers move closer to gene therapy solution for hearing loss.

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