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May 28, 2013

1995 Pew Scholar Explains “The Reward for Solving Puzzles”

In this video from Harvard Medical School, Stephen Buratowski – a 1995 Pew scholar and professor of biological chemistry and molecular pharmacology – explains his research in gene expression and the allure of scientific puzzles.

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Biomedical Research
May 1, 2013

1990 Pew Scholar James Lupski Elected into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

James Lupski, a 1990 Pew scholar and The Cullen Endowed Chair in Molecular Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine, has been elected as a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The academy announced 198 new members April 24, including leaders from academia, business, public affairs, and the humanities.

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Biomedical Research
Oct 18, 2012

Three Biomedical Scholars Selected As New Members of IOM

During its 42nd annual meeting, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recently announced its new members, including three Pew Biomedical Scholars. Election to the IOM is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.

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Biomedical Research
Aug 29, 2012

New York Times Features Research by Former Pew Scholar

The New York Times' Science Tuesday section highlighted the research of 1990 Pew Scholar, and recently retired advisory committee member, Dave Julius. The article detailed Dr. Julius’ research on how infrared sensing evolved in animals like boas, pythons and bats, from the same neuronal receptor that allows humans to sense the burning sensation from hot peppers.

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Biomedical Research
Aug 3, 2012

Biomedical Science Programs Make a Positive Impact on Research

The Pew Scholars Program and The Pew Latin American Fellows Program support promising early-career scientists from North, South and Central America in the health sciences — particularly young researchers with innovative approaches and ideas. Anita Pepper, Director of the Pew Programs in the Biomedical Sciences, explains the benefits of the programs.

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Biomedical Research
Nov 2, 2008

''EU wants code of conduct for nanotech research''

The European Commission has adopted a voluntary code of conduct in the field of nanotechnology research hoping to establish some guidelines in this fast-growing but little-understood research area.

 

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Biomedical Research
Nov 27, 2012

IOM Report Shows Administration Must Lead on Transparency

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a new paper, "Harmonizing Reporting on Potential Conflicts of Interest," which notes that "the current process of disclosure (of financial relationships between healthcare professionals and the medical industry) is fragmented and burdensome" and, as a result, the need for a harmonized system has become "urgent and compelling."

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Conflicts of Interest, Drugs and Devices at the FDA
Jun 23, 2010

''Debate Over Industry Role in Educating Doctors''

"In the latest effort to break up the often cozy relationship between doctors and the medical industry, the University of Michigan Medical School has become the first to decide that it will no longer take any money from drug and device makers to pay for coursework doctors need to renew their medical licenses."

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Conflicts of Interest
May 15, 2009

''In patients' hunt for care, doctor database 'a place to start'''

"Created for USA TODAY by the Santa Fe medical information firm Qforma, the database lists about 6,000 specialists in the treatment of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes and asthma from more than 300 communities across the USA."

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Conflicts of Interest
Jul 11, 2008

''Drug industry tightens rules on gift-giving''

"The trade association for drug companies announced yesterday a tightening of its voluntary code restricting industry gifts to doctors, even as the association has been forcefully lobbying against a tougher ban that is likely to be debated in the Massachusetts House next week."

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