Illuminating Worms: My Month in the Darkroom
Friday, October 5th, 2018
During my externship in the Molecular Helminthology Laboratory (MHL), I found success in a series of experiments staining molecules in parasitic worms called schistosomes.
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Saving Lives by Fighting Infectious Diseases
Friday, June 1st, 2018
Cummings School researchers today fight some of the world’s most serious health threats.
Mice study shows efficacy of new gene therapy approach for toxin exposures
Friday, August 29th, 2014
Therapy effective with botulism, may have applicability to other illnesses
The Most Important Disease You’ve Never Heard Of
Monday, January 13th, 2014
Tufts’ veterinary school researchers are among a handful worldwide seeking a cure for a debilitating parasitic infection that afflicts over 200 million people
Alpacas to the Rescue
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011
New treatment for botulism holds promise for curbing other diseases, too
Combating a Brand-New Superbug
Thursday, February 24th, 2011
Biomedical researchers launch a three-front assault on a potentially lethal bacterium
Novel Antitoxin Strategy Developed Using “Tagged Binding Agents”
Thursday, February 25th, 2010
Strategy proven for botulism; may lead to improved therapies for many toxins and some chronic diseases
