Science & Technology
A Harvard Evolutionary Biologist Explains Why Exercise Matters on GLP-1s
As weight loss medications become more common, Daniel Lieberman discusses the importance of preserving muscle.
The Omicron Semester
Harvard prepares for a pandemic-influenced spring term.
President Bacow on Harvard in the Months Ahead
Perspectives on the pandemic, continued academic progress, finances, governance, and more
Harvard Goes Remote for January Term as Pandemic Intensifies
Rising coronavirus cases prompt a new round of precautions
A Surge on Top of a Surge
Rising cases on campus—and in communities worldwide
Moderna’s Vaccine More Effective than Pfizer’s
A head-to-head comparison in 440,000 vaccinated veterans finds Moderna’s vaccine is slightly more effective than Pfizer’s at preventing a range of COVID-19 outcomes.
Harvard Mandates Vaccination
The University’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate takes effect December 8.
Reopening. . .Carefully
Resuming Harvard in residence, with continuing coronavirus cautions
The Mystery of Smell
COVID-19 shines a spotlight on a once-obscure field of science.
Home Among Strangers
A recent graduate visits Harvard during a semi-normal semester
Harvard Scientists’ Leadership in Fighting Infectious Diseases
Dan Barouch awarded $24.5 million for HIV research, Marc Lipsitch named to national center for public health forecasting