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Pioneering Research from Boston University

COVID ON CAMPUS

BU COVID Update: Most Coughs, Sniffles, and Sore Throats Are Other Illnesses, Not COVID

November 5, 2021

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November 5, 2021

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Biological Engineering

Behind the Scenes at BU: Microfluidic Devices, Synthetic Biology’s Secret Weapon

November 5, 2021

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November 4, 2021

Doug Densmore poses with arms crossed for a photo in front of a light blue wall. He wears a burgundy sweater and smiles at the camera.

STEM OUTREACH

Jump-starting Biotechnology Careers for Boston High School Students

November 4, 2021

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November 1, 2021

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October 28, 2021

a photo collage featuring studio photos of all 13 members of the team of Boston University researchers all posing in front of black backdrops in various poses.

Environmental Justice

This Squad of Researchers Is a Real-Life Justice League

October 27, 2021

photo of a physical therapist, wearing a protective face mask, evaluates the range of motion of a young female patient's hip as she lies on a treatment table. The scene is inside a physical therapy clinic with several pieces of exercise equipment in the back

Physical Therapy

For Knee Replacement, Physical Therapy Reduces Risk of Chronic Opioid Use

October 27, 2021

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October 26, 2021

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Breast Cancer

For Black Women, New Online Prediction Tool Could Reduce Breast Cancer Deaths

October 26, 2021

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October 25, 2021

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October 21, 2021

A school girl in Ecuador, age 6-11, receives a shot of the Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID Vaccines

COVID Vaccines for Kids Ages 5 to 11: Answers to Common Questions

October 21, 2021

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Earth & Environment

If You See a Pretty Spotted Lanternfly, Report It—Then Squash It

October 15, 2021

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October 15, 2021

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Genetics

How Genes Influence Food Choices, Obesity

October 14, 2021

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October 13, 2021

A surgical assistant holds a human heart in their hands during open heart surgery.

Innovation

BU Entrepreneurs Are Moving Two New Medical Devices Closer to Market

October 13, 2021

BU Entrepreneurs Are Moving Two New Medical Devices Closer to Market