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Sam Liss to Head Harvard’s Office for Technology Development

Technology licensing and corporate partnerships are an important source of revenue for the University.

Where Does Biomedicine Go from Here?

A former Harvard physician on why public trust in healthcare is falling.

Harvard Students, Alumna Named Rhodes and Marshall Scholars

Nine Rhodes and five Marshall scholars will study in the U.K. in 2026.

Harvard Revamps Controversial Public Health School Center

The health and human rights center had drawn attention for its Palestine-related program.

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No one feels responsible for what happens on Harvard’s anonymous social media app.

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