September 29, 2023

Valenzuela Creates Test that Could Detect Exposure of Disease-Causing Insects

By Eric Bock

Diagnostic tests might one day show whether a person was bitten by a sand fly or a tick, and help determine increased risk of the disease transmitted by these vectors, said Dr. Jesus Valenzuela. His lab's efforts have brought such a test closer to fruition.

Biochemist Lane Talks Theory on Origin of Life

By Amber Snyder

Biochemist, professor and author Dr. Nick Lane recently visited NIH to present his research on the origin of life.
Psychologist Discusses Ways to Recover from Virtual Exhaustion

By Dana Talesnik

A lifeline during the pandemic, virtual meetings are here to stay. But why are they so exhausting? Psychologist Dr. Allison Gabriel offers some reasons for the fatigue and tips for recovery.
Cultural Roots Inspire Intern’s Interest in Genetics

By myranda tarr

This summer, college student Hanna Muhammed was challenged to combine her interests in public health and genetics by joining NIH’s Immersive Summer Program for Research in Genomics (iSPRinG).

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Researchers mapped immune cell “neighborhoods” in the skin of people with psoriasis compared to the healthy skin of people without psoriasis to learn more about the disease course and why it comes with more risk for other health problems. Image won an Award of Merit from the Association of Medical Illustrators Salon.

Photo: DONNY BLISS/NIH OCPL

September 29, 2023

Valenzuela Creates Test that Could Detect Exposure of Disease-Causing Insects

Biochemist Lane Talks Theory on Origin of Life

Psychologist Discusses Ways to Recover from Virtual Exhaustion

Cultural Roots Inspire Intern’s Interest in Genetics

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