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From Focus:
Factor Discovered to Spur Axon Growth in Upper Motor Neurons
One day, scientists hope to repair, replace, or regenerate brain motor neurons connecting to the spinal cord that are damaged by disease or trauma. In an early step toward that goal, Jeffrey Macklis and P. Hande Ozdinler have found a molecule that in mice prompts extensive axon growth in the corticospinal motor neurons that link the two organs.

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An Inconvenient Truth

Monday, November 27
7:30 p.m.

Spotlight

Food Drive for the Holidays
MASCO is leading a food drive from Nov. 20 to 30 with drop-off boxes located around the Longwood Medical Area.

Student Scene

When the Medicine Man Cares for the Doctor
After complications during her second pregnancy, Ellen Rothman, who practices in Arizona on the Navajo Reservation, receives a blessing from a traditional healer.

Lab Works

A multimedia site featuring Harvard Medical research.

StudenTalk

Personal takes on issues inside and outside the classroom.