Newswise Focus Channel: Hidden - Massachusetts

Genetic risk prediction for 10 chronic diseases moves closer to the clinic

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:05:31 EST

As part of a nationwide collaboration, Broad Clinical Labs researchers have optimized 10 polygenic scores for use in clinical research as part of a study on how to implement genetic risk prediction for patients.

Massachusetts Question 1: New Report Helps Voters Understand Proposed Millionaires Tax

Tufts University — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:45:24 EST

A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life looks at the first ballot question facing Massachusetts voters this fall: the proposal to increase education, transit and transportation spending with a 4 percent surtax on earnings over $1 million.

In highly vaccinated Massachusetts, no excess mortality detected this spring

Brigham and Women's Hospital — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:40:21 EST

Throughout the pandemic, waves of COVID-19 cases have had corresponding waves of excess mortality -- deaths that go above and beyond the expected number for that time of year. But in Massachusetts, where more than 80 percent of the population is fully vaccinated, researchers found that during the 18 weeks from Feb. 27 to June 26, 2022, there was no excess mortality in the state, despite waves of COVID cases and hospitalizations.

Study: Massachusetts Gun-Control Legislation Has Had No Effect on Violent Crime

American University — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 14:05:04 EST

A new study examined the impact changes to background checks and licensing policies has made on different types of violent crime in Massachusetts. The study found no immediate impact, suggesting that state lawmakers may want to ensure their legislation is being implemented as intended.

Early Antiviral Response in the Nose May Determine the Course of COVID-19

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:50:39 EST

Researchers studied cells collected by nasal swabs at the moment of diagnosis for both mild and severe COVID-19 patients

Proning Team Became Key Part of Massachusetts General's COVID-19 Care

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:05:38 EST

A designated proning team -- composed of about 70 OR nurses, OR assistants and outpatient physical therapists -- became a key part of the COVID-19 care provided by Massachusetts General Hospital, responding around-the-clock to patients who needed turning and allowing critical care clinicians to focus on other aspects of care.

New Report Offers Fixes for the Unemployment Insurance System in Massachusetts

Tufts University — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:10:19 EST

A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Tisch College describes a range of evidence-based options for fixing Massachusetts' troubled unemployment insurance (UI) system.

Babson Hosts Babson Sustainability and Energy Club's Annual Sustainability Forum

Babson College — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 10:50:55 EST

The 13th Annual Babson Sustainability Forum will take place on Babson College's Wellesley campus, March 29, 2019, 8 am to 6 pm. The Babson Sustainability and Energy Club's annual forum, with the theme Embracing The Future's Goals, will host talks and elite panel discussions covering the broad umbrella of sustainability, featuring industries from agriculture and food, fashion, financing, and clean tech and energy.

Dana-Farber Opens Center for the Prevention of Progression Clinic

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:30:07 EST

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute opens Center for the Prevention of Progression clinic to focus on precursor conditions in blood cancers

BIDMC's Research & Health News Digest - February 2019 Edition

Beth Israel Lahey Health — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 15:05:14 EST

A monthly roundup of research briefs showcasing recent scientific advances led by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center faculty.

Babson College's Miami Women Innovating Now (Win) Lab(r) To Host Startup Finale Event

Babson College — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 08:05:55 EST

Babson College's Miami Women Innovating Now (WIN) Lab(r)--a venture accelerator specifically for women entrepreneurs--will host its finale event for the 2018-2019 cohort on March 12, 2019.

Everything You Need to Know About the Flu

Beth Israel Lahey Health — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:05:52 EST

Sharon Wright, MD, MPH, BIDMC's Director of Infection Control/Hospital Epidemiology, shares everything you need to know about the flu - from how to prepare before you get sick and when to call a doctor.

Pregnancy and the Environment

Beth Israel Lahey Health — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:05:50 EST

Blair Wylie, MD, MPH, Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at BIDMC, provides answers to commonly asked questions about potentially harmful exposures that might impact a pregnancy.

Sara Hendren Named Inaugural Anne Mcniff Tatlock Fellow in Multidisciplinary Studies at Vassar College

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 10:05:30 EST

Sara Hendren an artist, designer and researcher in residence at Olin College has been named the inaugural Anne McNiff Tatlock Fellow in multidisciplinary studies at Vassar College. The flexible residency is designed to help strengthen and deepen the engagement of faculty within Vassar's multidisciplinary programs.

North Korea expert on second summit in Vietnam

Wellesley College — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 09:00:24 EST

Overlapping surgeries safe overall, study finds, but researchers urge extra caution in cardiac procedures, high-risk patients

Harvard Medical School — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:00:00 EST

Overlapping surgeries, in which more than one procedure is performed by the same surgeon working in different operating rooms, have raised concerns about potential adverse outcomes. A new analysis shows that most overlapping surgeries are safe, with no greater risk for complications or patient death. Slight elevation in mortality and complications were found among high-risk patients and those undergoing coronary-artery bypass surgeries. Overlapping surgeries had greater procedure duration than nonoverlapping surgeries.

Babson College Offers Global Symposia for Entrepreneurship Educators in Dubai

Babson College — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 08:05:08 EST

Babson College offered the latest edition of its Global Symposia for Entrepreneurship Educators (SEE) in Dubai February 18-21, 2019.

"Scaling Your Startup: Mastering the Four Stages from Idea to $10 Billion" Authored by Babson College Lecturer Peter S. Cohan

Babson College — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 08:05:56 EST

Babson College Management Lecturer Peter S. Cohan has authored Scaling Your Startup: Mastering the Four Stages from Idea to $10 Billion.

Vigorous Exercise, Fasting, Hormones Improve Elimination of Toxic, Misfolded, Unnecessary Proteins in Mouse and Human Cells

Harvard Medical School — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:05:02 EST

A new study shows vigorous exercise and fasting improve the ability of human and mouse cells to remove misfolded, toxic, unnecessary proteins Hormones, including adrenaline and glucagon--released during food deprivation and intense physical activity--boost cells' capacity to dispose of defective proteins The findings reveal a previously unknown mechanism that activates the cells' protein-disposal machinery, allowing them to adapt their protein content to shifting demands and new conditions The findings set the stage for development of therapies that activate the cells' protein-disposal system and optimize the body's natural defenses

Crocodile face off

Harvard University — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 12:05:02 EST

The story that's often told about crocodiles is that they're among the most perfectly adapted creatures on the planet - living fossils that have remained virtually unchanged for millions of years.