The MGH Research Scholars Award Program puts charitable donations directly to work supporting the sort of cutting-edge research that is a Massachusetts General Hospital tradition. The award lets outstanding investigators to pursue big ideas with no certain outcome but huge potential to impact lives of patients worldwide.
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Learn about events of all kinds in the Mass General medical research community, from lectures about the latest breakthroughs, golf tournaments to support a lab, and galas to raise funds and celebrate achievements.
Research Advisory Council: Committed Partners In Research
The council includes scientists, industry leaders and philanthropists who are determined to identify, encourage and support basic medical research with enormous potential to change and save lives.
Continuing a Tradition of Discovery
Part of the nation’s largest hospital-based research effort, the MGH Research Scholars Program seeks to extend Mass General’s unparalleled history as the birthplace of groundbreaking medical discoveries.
How Do You Stop a Tumor?
Eston Research Scholar Andrea McClatchey, PhD, is pursuing a bold new strategy. Such researchers depend on supporters who are equally determined to change lives.
News & Events
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Shigella: Researcher Pursues Treatment Strategies
Mass General researchers hope to create new treatments for shigellosis, a potentially fatal digestive disorder, by factoring in genetic changes that occur in Shigella bacteria in the human digestive system.
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A Legacy of Compassion Supports Cancer Center
Inspired by the care she received at the Mass General Cancer Center, Anastasia Troubalos made a bequest that is supporting its efforts to develop groundbreaking therapies and continue providing exceptional care to patients.
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Creating a Safer World for Kids with Food Allergies
MassGeneral Hospital for Children launches the Food Allergy Advocacy, Education and Prevention Program to support families beyond their patient visit.
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Lyme Disease Researchers Make Notable Advances
Lyme disease cases spike in the warmer months. Proto Magazine reports that research on the disease is inching forward, as the number of reported infections reaches new heights.
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Immunotherapy Gets Patient Back into the Race
Thanks to immunotherapy at Mass General, Steve Harvey has bounced back from multiple bouts with cancer to take part in the Mass General Cancer Center's Everyday Amazing Race.
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Hurricanes Sharpen Focus on Emergency Planning
A Mass General expert in disaster medicine provides advice about questions to ask and supplies to gather to make certain your family is ready for an emergency.
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Ease Your Way Into Fall: Tips for Staying Stress Free
Mass General provides tips for beating stress as the return to work or school, or even just fewer hours of daylight, can leave people feeling more anxious.
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Think:Kids: A Different Way to Help Challenging Kids
The Think:Kids program trains parents, teachers, psychologists, correctional officers and other professionals to help children with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges build problem solving skills to succeed.
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Gaurdia Banister, RN, PhD, NEA-BC, FAAN, Honored with Endowed Chair
The Connell-Jones Endowed Chair in Nursing and Patient Care Research will continue to elevate the standard of nursing, patient care and research.
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Back-to-School: Helping Kids Through the Transition
Parents can help ease back-to-school anxiety by empathizing with their child's stress, establishing a routine and getting to know their child's teachers.
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Substance Use Disorders Draw Collaboration
With help from Mass General, the GE Foundation and the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers are collaborating to train and support clinicians who treat patients with substance use disorders.
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Endowed Chair and Scholar Program Hits Milestone
Massachusetts General Hospital has reached a momentous milestone through the establishment of 100 endowed chairs and scholars.
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The Friends of the Mass General Cancer Center Fall Benefit
October 25 @ 6:00 pm
Boston Park Plaza Hotel
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Bullying Can Affect LGBT Students into Adulthood
A Mass General researcher discusses the bullying of LGBT students, its long-term impact and what parents can do.
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Chelsea Food Pantry Expands to Help More Patients
Philanthropy is supporting increasing hours and space for the MGH Chelsea HealthCare Center food pantry, which provides families with fresh fruits, vegetables and lean meats.
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2nd Annual John “Ace” Estrella Costumes for Cancer 5K Run/2.5K Walk
October 29 @ 10:30 am
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
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Jet Lag: The Missing Link in Planning for It
A Mass General expert provides advice on how you can manage jet lag by paying attention to a pair of internal clocks that regulate our sleep needs.
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Transplant Golf Classic Funds Trailblazing Research
Research supported by the Mass General Transplant Golf Classic aims to make a difference in the lives of transplant patients like young Lincoln Dahlstrom.
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Toddler Rebounds from Dangerous Feeding Disorder
The newly expanded Center for Feeding and Nutrition works with children with feeding disorders who struggle to consume enough food to survive.
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Fall Prevention: New Video Offers Tips
Mass General experts offer important advice on preventing falls, a leading cause of injuries for adults age 65 and older.
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Severe Brain Injury: Imaging Detects Consciousness
A Mass General researcher discusses a new study in which imaging techniques were able to detect ‘covert consciousness’ in patients with severe traumatic brain injuries.
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Peanut Allergy: An Expert Discusses Prevention
A Mass General food allergy expert explains what the new guidelines for preventing peanut allergy mean and how they might impact your family.
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Stress Management is Key to Successful Aging
A mind-body expert says learning new strategies for stress management can improve your health and outlook.
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Are Academic Demands Boosting ADHD Rates?
A psychologist questions whether increased academic demands and changes in classroom style are contributing to rising ADHD rates.
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DCU Gifts Aid Families and Patients Facing Illness
Funding renovations at Mass General's Beacon House is one way corporations like DCU are helping families weather the stresses of illness.
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Mass General Launches New Community Fundraising Program
BeCause: The Mass General Fundraising Community is a group of friends and supporters who raise funds to support the hospital.