Experts Describe Myriad Challenges in Fight to Control Ebola Outbreak Infectious disease researchers share what it will take to stop the spread of the disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
From Arthur Miller to ‘Seinfeld,’ Jewish Culture Has a Long History in American Theater A course delves into the many depictions of Jewish characters—as insiders, outsiders, or both
Pucker Up! Why We Love ‘Heated Rivalry’ and ‘Off Campus’ Jill Weinberg explains why popular television shows featuring hockey romances are sparking conversations about difficult topics in sports
Shell Too Snug? Hermit Crabs Have a Fix Scientists have long known that hermit crabs control their growth to fit in their shells. Now we know how they do it.
Health Facts Every Woman Should Know The health risks women face change over time, but smart prevention can lower them at every age
Getting Long in the Tooth? Maybe it’s Time for a Gum Graft An expert from the School of Dental Medicine explains what a gum graft is and why you might need one
What Do ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’ Tell Us About the Power of Gen Z Filmmakers? Mat Rappaport explains the lessons we can learn from the two hit horror movies by directors in their 20s
How Tufts Researchers Are Tackling Chronic Lyme Disease With a boost from new funding, faculty are investigating the underlying causes of post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome and working on a better diagnostic test
Expanding Uses for Bioengineered Bacterial Spores Fused to the outer layer of bacterial spores, things like enzymes, biosensors, and drugs are easily stored under even extreme conditions