Science
Discover the scientific breakthroughs and engineering innovations being pioneered across Harvard’s labs and centers.
Don’t Call Stephanie Pierce A Paleontologist
From competing in youth gymnastics to studying tetrapods, the Harvard curator has always chased her curiosity.
Canine behavioral specializations reflected in brain structures
Researchers hope to tease out the effects of breeding and training on dog brain structure.
Harvard’s VirScan exposes viral vulnerabilities
A serological test may reveal the COVID-19 virus’s weaknesses—and expose its strategic decoys.
Immunity to COVID-19 Appears Feasible
Tests in macaques show robust protection against the SARS-CoV-2 virus induced by either vaccines or natural infection.
Paul Farmer and Evelynn Hammonds on coronavirus and racial health disparities
A conversation on health disparities, with Paul Farmer and Evelynn Hammonds
Could the reproduction number of SARS-CoV-2 be double early estimates?
A critical scientific question that bears on policies for fighting the pandemic
At Home with Harvard: The Secret Lives of Animals
From zoology and evolutionary science to animal-rights law to the joys of local wildlife, a selection of our favorite animal stories
The Pandemic's Unequal Toll
A Radcliffe Institute online discussion of health disparities laid bare by coronavirus
Building a Better COVID-19 Swab
Engineers at the Wyss Institute address a critical shortage of nasal swabs.
At Home with Harvard: The Climate Crisis
Highlights from our wide-ranging coverage of the environment
Stem cell activity linked to lifestyle
Exercise attenuates stem cell production of pro-inflammatory white blood cells.