Institute Scholars
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Stanford scientists transform ubiquitous skin bacterium into a topical vaccine
Michael Fischbach, Djenet Bousbaine, and team's findings in mice could translate into a radical, needle-free vaccination approach that would also eliminate reactions.
December 11, 2024
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Unlocking the potential of proteins
Protein engineering research is revealing the mysteries of life and enabling advances in pharmaceuticals and other industries.
December 03, 2024
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Student-mentor pair Adonis Rubio and Institute Scholar Christopher O. Barnes named Gilliam Fellows
The fellowship, awarded by the HHMI, recognizes PhD students and their faculty advisers who are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in the sciences.
November 13, 2024
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Unlocking the secrets of ketosis
Institute Scholar Jonathan Z. Long, María Dolores Moya Garzón and team identify a new metabolic pathway that helps explain the molecular links between ketogenic diets.
November 12, 2024
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Cracking the code of DNA circles in cancer, Stanford Medicine-led team uncovers potential therapy
Tiny circles called ecDNA are critical in cancer development and drug resistance. An international Stanford Medicine-led team publishes landmark studies detailing new findings.
November 06, 2024
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Study raises hopes of treating aggressive cancers by zapping rogue DNA
Team led by Institute Scholar Paul Mischel raised hopes of treating some of the most aggressive cases of cancer by targeting small fragments of rogue DNA that help tumors thrive.
November 06, 2024
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Structural biologist Christopher O. Barnes says equity and inclusion in science are not merely virtues but necessities
Institute Scholar Christopher Barnes on his career journey, challenges, and more!
October 22, 2024
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Ten tips for picking – and solving – the next great problem
Institute Scholar Michael Fischbach shares his framework for choosing impactful problems to work on and finding optimal solutions.
October 21, 2024
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Hawa Racine Thiam named a 2024 Packard Fellow
The Thiam lab develops new tools/approaches to harness the biophysical mechanisms of cells for improved immune cell-based therapy.
October 15, 2024
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What is it like to win a Nobel?
Carolyn Bertozzi shares her thoughts on what it was like to be awarded a Nobel Prize.
October 01, 2024
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Christopher Barnes won the Biophysical Society Early Independent Career Award
Barnes is being recognized for combining structural methods with in vivo approaches to translate knowledge of viral-host interactions into developing therapeutics and vaccines.
September 25, 2024
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Hawa Racine Thiam featured in 'SN 10: Scientists to Watch list'
Science News recognized Thiam for her work in demystifying cell movement mechanics and its implications for human health.
September 23, 2024
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Bringing lost proteins back home
Steven Banik and team developed a new method for relocating proteins that have been misplaced in cells, which could mean new treatments for cancers and neurodegeneration.
September 20, 2024
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Kit makes CRISPR education affordable and accessible
Developed by Stanford undergraduates at Stanley Qi's lab, the kit brings hands-on lessons in gene-editing technology to school classrooms.
September 17, 2024
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What the cell!
Hawa Racine Thiam is studying NETosis to reduce its damaging effects
August 23, 2024
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A new pathway connecting diet, genetics and body weight found in Stanford Medicine-led study
A study in mice by Jonathan Long and team found a connection between taurine and PTER — highlighting a metabolic pathway that links diet, genetics and body weight.
August 07, 2024
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Q&A with Jonathan Long: Unlocking the secrets of taurine in obesity control
Research supported by the Knight Initiative’s Catalyst Awards identified a new biochemical pathway capable of promoting weight loss and combating obesity.
August 07, 2024
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Monther Abu-Remaileh won the 2024 ASCB Günter Blobel Early Career Award
Institute Scholar Monther Abu-Remaileh recognized for his contributions to and impact on the field of cell biology and the life sciences.
August 01, 2024
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Researchers at Sarafan ChEM-H and SLAC advance understanding of a key celiac enzyme
Chaitan Khosla, Angele Sewa & team's new findings could aid the development of first-ever drugs for the autoimmune disorder.
July 22, 2024
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Steven Banik won the 2024 Ono Initiative Award
Institute Scholar Steven Banik received the prestigious award that supports high-risk and high-reward science research projects.
July 10, 2024