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Sickle Cell Disease Cured in Mouse Model
Using gene therapy, a team led by Philippe Leboulch has cured sickle cell disease in mice. Though the technique could not be used in humans because of the risks involved, the study is a promising proof of principle.
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On The Brain
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Microbial Master of Disguise Is Unmasked
Upcoming
Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy:
Getting Ready for Prime Time--Crisis Communication in the 21st Century
Bob Howard, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Friday, January 4
9:00-11:20 a.m.
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Spotlight
Photo by Steve GilbertMilestone Celebrations: Nobel Anniversary, New Student Offices
The Department of Neurobiology held a Dec. 12 reception for David Hubel to mark the 20th anniversary of his winning the Nobel Prize in Medicine. A day later, a forward-looking open house introduced medical and dental students to the new offices for Student Affairs, Enrichment Programs, and Recruitment and Multicultural Affairs in the renovated Gordon Hall.
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Physicians, Too, Face Barriers to Care
When patients are unwilling or unable to participate in their care, the physician has to find alternatives to patient-doctor dialogue. Sean Amos is exploring those other options.
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