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Stopping long-term opioid therapy has no effect on pain

Stopping long-term opioid therapy has no effect on pain

Findings have significant implications for opioid conversations between patients and their providers.
Study confirms that inflammation during pregnancy is linked to baby’s brain

Study confirms that inflammation during pregnancy is linked to baby’s brain

A machine-learning algorithm can predict long-term brain impact, and may identify early treatment opportunities for children.
Acclaimed oncologist receives $2.5 million endowed chair to fund precision cancer research efforts

Acclaimed oncologist receives $2.5 million endowed chair to fund precision cancer research efforts

Local family funds prestigious award to enable innovative studies, mentor the next generation of physician-scientists.
An advance for precision medicine

An advance for precision medicine

Discovery allows scientists to index thousands of cells simultaneously, a 40-fold increase from the current method.
Renowned cancer biologist earns national distinction

Renowned cancer biologist earns national distinction

Knight Cancer Institute associate director for basic research reflects on building labs, challenging dogma, and dedicating her life to impacting cancer research.