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Research Sep 21 2023

A Human Protein Found in Non-Immune Cells Defends Against COVID-19

Scientists have found that cells that line human lungs and other tissues express a protein that can halt SARS-CoV-2 replication before the virus spreads to nearby cells. Their discovery could one day point to new therapeutic strategies to treat or prevent COVID-19, particularly for individuals who are more vulnerable to severe infection.

Institute Sep 19 2023

HHMI Awards Hanna Gray Fellowships to 25 Early Career Scientists

The cohort of early career scientists represents a promising future for biomedical science. The HHMI Hanna H. Gray Fellows Program provides each fellow with up to $1.5 million in support for up to eight years.

Science Education Jul 27 2023

HHMI Awards 50 New Gilliam Fellowships to Advance Equity and Inclusion in Science

Fifty graduate students and their advisers join the thriving community supported by the HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program.

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