The Statesman vs. the Fiery Serpent
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Dec. 29 at 100, spent decades trying to eradicate Guinea worm disease around the globe. He very nearly succeeded.
Winter 2025
Stories
No More ’Wait and See’
With improved ways to diagnose and treat children with autism, researchers are now taking on a larger challenge: getting tools and resources to families who need them.
Can Extreme Sports Make You a Better Scientist?
Working hard and playing hard is a way of life for many Emory researchers. Extreme sports provide an almost mystical connection between the two.
Making a Case For Plant-Based Eating
An excerpt from the cookbook Plantology, by Emory physician Sharon Bergquist and nutritionist Jenny Bilko.
Through a Global Health Lens
Student winners from the Emory Global Health Institute’s photography contest captured thought-provoking imagery from the US and abroad.
4Qs: How to Deal with Mold
Emory pulmonologist Colin Swenson, an expert in lung disease and asthma, addresses how people can detect and prevent mold in their homes.
What Ferrets Can Teach Us about Flu Spread
Testing high and low ventilation conditions, the researchers examined how many ferrets got sick and the levels of virus in the air and on surfaces.
Common Cosmetics May Pose Health Risk to Pregnant Women, Babies
Products women routinely apply to their skin and hair may be putting them and their babies at risk.
Anti-Inflammatory Treatments Show Promise in Treating Low Motivation
Emory researchers have revealed a promising new avenue for treating low motivation in patients with depression.
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