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We’re pleased to announce that more than 80 researchers across the Mass General Brigham system have been named to the annual Highly Cited Researchers 2024 list from Clarivate. See the full list: https://spklr.io/6042xkmj

Preventing heart attacks starts with a heart-healthy lifestyle and regular checkups. Know your risk factors—family history, cholesterol, blood pressure and more. https://spklr.io/6041x6PJ

David Roach, MD, infectious diseases specialist, has developed a low-cost way to track antibiotic-resistant infections. The impact could be global. https://spklr.io/6046xB84

The newly established John and Ashley Ranelli Endowed Scholar in Cancer Innovation, with Matthew Frigault, MD, as the inaugural incumbent, will support visionary physician-scientists in their pursuit of new ideas at Mass General Cancer Center. “We are incredibly grateful for this important funding from the Ranelli Family,” says Ephraim Hochberg, MD. “Their crucial support will bolster Mass General’s position as a leader in cancer care innovation and expand opportunities for physician-scientists who will deliver hope and life to the patients of tomorrow.” https://spklr.io/6047xHCf #MassGeneralGiving

We are excited to announce the Quantum Award recipients: Lloyd Bod, PhD, William L. Hwang, MD, PhD, David T. Ting, MD, and Alexandra-Chloe Villani, PhD. The team may receive up to $1 million per year for two years to explore potentially life-threatening complications that can accompany even the most successful cancer immunotherapies, seeking to separate the benefit from side effects, and enhance the successful treatment of multiple cancers. Congratulations! Learn more: https://spklr.io/6041xH2F

Heartburn or heart attack? The symptoms can be similar, but knowing the difference could save your life. Learn what to watch for and when to act fast. https://spklr.io/6040x6PA

On November 16-18, 2024, heart and vascular experts from Mass General Brigham will join thousands of colleagues in raising awareness and improving cardiovascular (CV) health at this year’s American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in-person in Chicago. Mass General Brigham is proud to present their latest cardiovascular research and evidence-driven clinical recommendations alongside other cardiovascular experts from across the globe. Topics include aortic disease, maternal CV disease, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies and more. https://spklr.io/6046xH3C #AHA24

Outside the Dunkin' on Cambridge Street, across from Mass General, Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital neuroscientist and Mass General Brigham brain injury expert, and his wife, Marta, unexpectedly had a sweet little munchkin one evening after dinner—but not in the way you might expect. That little munchkin, as it were, was their third child, Lincoln, who was exceptionally eager to make her debut after her mom experienced an unusually rapid labor that evening in October. Baby Lincoln was born across the street from the hospital, just steps away from the front doors of Mass General, where the family had planned to give birth. Mass General Police and Security officers, including Officer Paul Camuso, rushed to assist, paving a path to the ED where medical teams were ready to provide support. It was a whirlwind of teamwork and care. Camuso visited the family the next day and shared a moment of joy with the newest member of the Mass General Brigham family. Congratulations to the Daneshvar family on their sweet new addition! 1st photo: Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD, his wife Marta and baby Lincoln 2nd photo: Marta and baby Lincoln 3rd photo: Daneshvar family and their medical team 4th photo: Mass General Police and Security Officer Paul Camuso (left) stopped by to check on the family the next day

Congratulations to Mass General Neurosurgeon Bob Carter, MD, PhD, for being named to the National Academy of Medicine for his contributions to: neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, central nervous system gene-/cell-based therapies, including the creation of CAR T cells against human glioblastoma (hGBM).

On Nov. 14, the Embassy of Sweden in USA and the National Academy of Sciences will host the 2024 The Nobel Prize Symposium featuring Gary Ruvkun, a recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Ruvkun shares the prize jointly with Victor R. Ambros for their discovery of microRNA, a new class of tiny RNA molecules that play a crucial role in gene regulation. Watch the livestream at 9 am - 10:45 am EST: https://spklr.io/6045xDbR