New research findings suggest that changes in DNA methylation could serve as both a biomarker for identifying individuals at risk of depression and a possible marker of biological resilience against mental illness.
Alicia-Huerta, Miriam Udler and Josep M Mercader, Investigators at the Diabetes Unit and Center for Genomic Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, and colleagues are lead and senior authors of a recently published paper in Nature Genetics, Rare variant analyses in 51,256 type 2 diabetes cases and 370,487 controls reveal the pathogenicity spectrum of monogenic diabetes genes
Jordan Ball, MS, RDN, LDN, provides a guide to help you savor the holidays in a way that honors both your health and happiness.
Researchers generated the largest and most comprehensive spatially resolved single-cell census and molecular architecture of the first trimester human placenta.
Alison Kane, RDN, LDN, provides a recipe for Tuscan kale & white bean soup.
In this issue, we highlight research updates from the Albers Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital. The Albers lab combines chemical biology, genetics, and computational methods in human brain tissue and mouse models to understand how neurodegenerative diseases develop.
Discover how a new rapid test developed at Mass General Brigham is enabling doctors to diagnose brain tumors faster, including Rohan’s high-grade glioma.
New study shows that being sedentary increases the risk of the most common types of heart disease, even among those who get enough exercise .
Lisa Keer, NBC-HWC, explores the significance of building both community and social connection.
Holidays hold a special place in our hearts, offering moments of joy, reflection, and togetherness. From Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas tree decorating to lighting the menorah or celebrating Eid, holiday traditions serve as a reminder of cultural and familial values. However, as our families grow and change, how do we successfully pass these traditions on to the next generation?
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