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State is a ‘pioneer’ in life sciences, but experts say more help needed to maintain industry leader status
A University of Massachusetts Amherst biology major logs COVID-19 test samples in the accessioning room of the Institute for Applied Life Sciences Clinical Testing Center, or ICTC, in 2021. FILE PHOTO
Laura Kleiman was running a research center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute when her mother was diagnosed with cancer.
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to devel
Laura Kleiman was running a research center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute when her mother was diagnosed with cancer.
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to devel
State is a ‘pioneer’ in life sciences, but experts say more help needed to maintain industry leader status
University of Massachusetts Amherst biology major logs COVID-19 test samples in the accessioning room of the Institute for Applied Life Sciences Clinical Testing Center, or ICTC, in 2021. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
Laura Kleiman was running a research center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute when her mother was diagnosed with cancer.
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to
Laura Kleiman was running a research center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute when her mother was diagnosed with cancer.
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to
'Vibrant community': Life sciences in Massachusetts growing but startups need help
Laura Kleiman was running a research center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute when her mother was diagnosed with cancer.
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to developing affordable cancer treatments.
Kleiman then quit her job at the institute and launched Reboot Rx, a nonprofit health tech startup that aims to fast-track cancer treatments.
Reboot Rx is just one
In exploring potential treatment options, Kleiman said she discovered that repurposing drugs — particularly generic ones that are already widely available — could be key to developing affordable cancer treatments.
Kleiman then quit her job at the institute and launched Reboot Rx, a nonprofit health tech startup that aims to fast-track cancer treatments.
Reboot Rx is just one
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BU community members come together on Marsh Plaza amid war in Israel – The Daily Free Press
Boston University Hillel and BU Students for Israel hosted a “Gathering in Solidarity with Israel Under Fire” on Marsh Plaza Wednesday evening, following Hamas’ deadly attack on Israel on Saturday.
Over 150 students stood on the plaza surrounding candles in the shape of the Star of David as students, professors and faculty gave speeches, including personal stories about friends and family members who were kidnapped and killed. Students shed tears and embraced one another.
“It is very special t
Over 150 students stood on the plaza surrounding candles in the shape of the Star of David as students, professors and faculty gave speeches, including personal stories about friends and family members who were kidnapped and killed. Students shed tears and embraced one another.
“It is very special t
BU welcomes Melissa Gilliam as president at the Tsai Performing Center – The Daily Free Press
Melissa Gilliam, Boston University’s first female and first Black president, was announced Wednesday at a ceremony at the Tsai Performance Center and livestreamed for the larger BU community.
Following interim President Kenneth Freeman’s introduction, BU Board of Trustees Chair Ahmass Fakahany announced Gilliam as BU’s 11th president.
“We would need the whole day to cover all of her accomplishments,” Fakahany said. “She cares. She is curious, wants to understand our fabric and how to move us f
Following interim President Kenneth Freeman’s introduction, BU Board of Trustees Chair Ahmass Fakahany announced Gilliam as BU’s 11th president.
“We would need the whole day to cover all of her accomplishments,” Fakahany said. “She cares. She is curious, wants to understand our fabric and how to move us f
Student leaders aided in search for new president – The Daily Free Press
Students took part in the selection process of Boston University’s 11th president, Melissa Gilliam, alongside the Presidential Search Committee and the Board of Trustees.
Members of the student government had the opportunity to speak with the presidential candidates and relay their feedback about the candidacy to the search committee. Undergraduates were also able to participate in listening sessions last Fall.
“Something that myself and the other students on the search committee immediately n
Members of the student government had the opportunity to speak with the presidential candidates and relay their feedback about the candidacy to the search committee. Undergraduates were also able to participate in listening sessions last Fall.
“Something that myself and the other students on the search committee immediately n
BU announces Melissa Gilliam as new University president – The Daily Free Press
The Trustees of Boston University announced the appointment of Melissa Gilliam at the Tsai Performance Center Wednesday as BU’s 11th president. She will be the first female and first Black president of the University.
Gilliam, who is currently The Ohio State University’s executive vice president and provost, will take over for interim president Kenneth Freeman on July 1, 2024.
“It is difficult to express my joy and gratitude for this opportunity to join Boston University’s extraordinary global
Gilliam, who is currently The Ohio State University’s executive vice president and provost, will take over for interim president Kenneth Freeman on July 1, 2024.
“It is difficult to express my joy and gratitude for this opportunity to join Boston University’s extraordinary global
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Mass. corrections official fired for giving state-owned ammo to his girlfriend
A high-ranking Massachusetts Department of Correction official in charge of all DOC security equipment was terminated in April for using department resources to conduct an extramarital affair during work hours and giving his girlfriend at least 1,500 rounds of ammunition and weapon accessories from the departmental inventory that he oversaw.
Raymond Turcotte was removed from his position as director of operational services after DOC investigators found that he frequently skipped work and used h
Raymond Turcotte was removed from his position as director of operational services after DOC investigators found that he frequently skipped work and used h
BMW spins onto Green Line Tracks, causing delays – The Daily Free Press
A BMW driver lost control of his vehicle and spun out of control onto the B Line tracks on Commonwealth Avenue near the Boston University Bridge Monday afternoon causing T delays, according to MBTA Transit Police.
There were no reported injuries and the vehicle landed on the MBTA Green Line tracks by University Road, possibly due to slick road conditions, Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan wrote in an email statement.
“This incident resulted in four flat tires, undercarriage damage
There were no reported injuries and the vehicle landed on the MBTA Green Line tracks by University Road, possibly due to slick road conditions, Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan wrote in an email statement.
“This incident resulted in four flat tires, undercarriage damage
THE COHOUSING ALTERNATIVE – HorizonMass
BOSTON – Nestled near the Jamaica Plain section of Southwest Corridor Park, an orange three-story apartment complex surrounds a vibrant courtyard. Each element deliberately and carefully chosen, the courtyard has a large patio, a children’s playset and a community garden.
Jamaica Plain Cohousing, founded in 1999, was intentionally designed to foster community among its nearly 60 owners. Each household has a private home and access to shared common areas.
“The idea is to build spaces that are c
Jamaica Plain Cohousing, founded in 1999, was intentionally designed to foster community among its nearly 60 owners. Each household has a private home and access to shared common areas.
“The idea is to build spaces that are c
Barry Lawton on D3 campaign: ‘I go by what’s right’ | Dorchester Reporter
Barry Lawton started a recent Tuesday morning at McKenna’s Cafe in Savin Hill with his regular order: a plate of scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, and wheat toast.
The District 3 candidate then made his rounds around the restaurant, handing out campaign brochures and introducing himself to customers, asking them what issues matter most to them and about changes they want to see in their community.
“If there’s one thing you could fix if you were in charge of this city, what would it b
The District 3 candidate then made his rounds around the restaurant, handing out campaign brochures and introducing himself to customers, asking them what issues matter most to them and about changes they want to see in their community.
“If there’s one thing you could fix if you were in charge of this city, what would it b
In her first run for office, Wornum focuses on housing and homelessness | Dorchester Reporter
Rosalind Wornum, a 35-year Dorchester resident, is running for elected office for the first time, saying she plans to “bring the community to City Hall.” A single parent to four daughters, she says her experience of nearly losing her home inspired her research into the support services accessible to her.
“Almost being homeless made me stretch my hands more into the community,” she said in an interview with the Reporter. “My past doesn’t define who I am today. Where I am going will define that.”
“Almost being homeless made me stretch my hands more into the community,” she said in an interview with the Reporter. “My past doesn’t define who I am today. Where I am going will define that.”
New Chief of BUPD sits down for first interview with editors – The Daily Free Press
With a doctorate from New York University, a law degree from Massachusetts School of Law and a 22-year stint in law enforcement as a campus security officer and later superintendent of operations for the Cambridge Police Department, Robert Lowe began his new position as the chief of police of the Boston University Police Department on Aug. 1.
The Daily Free Press campus news editors met with Lowe to discuss his new position, including what prepared him for this role, what he hopes to accomplish
The Daily Free Press campus news editors met with Lowe to discuss his new position, including what prepared him for this role, what he hopes to accomplish
A pitch for White Stadium renovation: Women’s soccer team backers eye a public-private partnership deal | Dorchester Reporter
City and school officials are weighing a public-private partnership with Boston Unity Soccer Partners, a group of investors seeking to bring a women’s professional soccer team to Boston and proposing a $30 million overhaul of city-owned White Stadium in Franklin Park.
“We believe that a stadium can serve as a catalyst for positive change, fostering economic growth, community engagement, and social development,” Jennifer Epstein, Boston Unity’s controlling manager, wrote in the proposal. “We wil
“We believe that a stadium can serve as a catalyst for positive change, fostering economic growth, community engagement, and social development,” Jennifer Epstein, Boston Unity’s controlling manager, wrote in the proposal. “We wil
The oldest public school in the US had enslaved people on its campus
Advisory: This story includes descriptions of abuse and oppression of Black people, which were the norm in colonial-era Boston.
Boston Latin School, the nation’s first public school, founded in 1635, famously educated Benjamin Franklin and four other men who went on to sign the Declaration of Independence. But there were also enslaved people on the grounds likely serving the early students.
An examination of probate records shows Nathaniel Williams, one of Boston Latin’s first schoolmasters in
Boston Latin School, the nation’s first public school, founded in 1635, famously educated Benjamin Franklin and four other men who went on to sign the Declaration of Independence. But there were also enslaved people on the grounds likely serving the early students.
An examination of probate records shows Nathaniel Williams, one of Boston Latin’s first schoolmasters in
Adding funds to budget of Cambridge Math Circle could set nonprofit precedent, councillors worry
Giving the nonprofit Cambridge Math Circle a city budget supplement of $100,000 could set a troubling precedent, city councillors warned during a recent vote.
In a 5-4 vote June 26, the Council decided to ask the city manager for additional money to go toward the budget of Cambridge Math Circle, which was established in 2018 by teachers Mira Bernstein and Nataliya Yufa and serves elementary and middle school students in Cambridge and surrounding towns. If acted on, some councillors argued, the
In a 5-4 vote June 26, the Council decided to ask the city manager for additional money to go toward the budget of Cambridge Math Circle, which was established in 2018 by teachers Mira Bernstein and Nataliya Yufa and serves elementary and middle school students in Cambridge and surrounding towns. If acted on, some councillors argued, the
What the kids are doing this summer: Attending camps that take them from dungeons into space
From solving logic puzzles to learning how to juggle, kids in Cambridge and Somerville have more to do this summer than scroll Disney+ and get in another hour of Roblox. Some programs are even free – or pay.
Cambridge Community Television’s Summer Media Institute pays teens from 14 to 18 years old to work as media artists. Students learn how to operate cameras, animate, do graphic design and edit video.
“Once they get the basic skills of how to use each piece of tech and gear, they’re given th
Cambridge Community Television’s Summer Media Institute pays teens from 14 to 18 years old to work as media artists. Students learn how to operate cameras, animate, do graphic design and edit video.
“Once they get the basic skills of how to use each piece of tech and gear, they’re given th
Girls can feel shame around periods even now, but Mpower. changes tone with a party setting
Erin Dullea noticed that conversations about menstruation in her daughter’s Cambridge elementary school were just as taboo as when she was in school.
Dullea wants to change that.
“We really haven’t come far in terms of helping support and change the narrative around periods,” said Dullea, who has four kids in Cambridge Public Schools. “There still tends to be a lack of education and preparation prior to menstruating age.”
Seventy percent of students say the school environment “makes them espe
Dullea wants to change that.
“We really haven’t come far in terms of helping support and change the narrative around periods,” said Dullea, who has four kids in Cambridge Public Schools. “There still tends to be a lack of education and preparation prior to menstruating age.”
Seventy percent of students say the school environment “makes them espe
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