Love for cats lures students into this course, which uses feline research to teach science
The course not only requires students to synthesize knowledge from many different fields, but also gets them to think about real-world contemporary debates, such as what to do about outdoor cats and the ethics of breeding, writes Jonathan Losos.
High-profile Missouri primary threatens to knock out second ‘Squad’ member Cori Bush
Dan Butler, professor of political science
The issues of no-fault divorce, a target of JD Vance and conservatives
Denise Liebman, adjunct professor of law
Scientists are piecing together the puzzle of long COVID. Here’s what to know
Despite overwhelming evidence of the wide-ranging risks of COVID-19, a great deal of messaging suggests that it is no longer a threat to the public. Although there is no empirical evidence to back this up, this misinformation has permeated the public narrative, writes Ziyad Al-Aly.
New blood tests can help diagnose Alzheimer’s. Are doctors ready for what’s next?
Suzanne Schindler, MD, associate professor of neurology
The Empirical Case for Supreme Court Term Limits
After much anticipation, President Biden has announced his support for term limits. We’ve studied the issue carefully and believe it can go a long way toward improving the Court, write Dan Epps and colleagues.
Blood tests for Alzheimer’s may be coming to your doctor’s office. Here’s what to know
Suzanne Schindler, MD, associate professor of neurology
We Might Get Thrilling News About Aliens … in 2040
Paul Byrne, associate professor of earth, environmental, and planetary sciences
New season of ‘This is Cancer’ podcast launches
The third season of the “This is Cancer” podcast, from Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and the School of Medicine, launched this month. Episodes share honest and inspiring stories from cancer patients and the remarkable physicians who treat them.
The looming public health challenge of long covid
Ziyad Al-Aly, MD, assistant professor of medicine
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