Stanford School of Medicine

Key gene variant found to reduce risk of disorder

Infrared light can destroy brain tumors without damaging surrounding tissue

Major mutations can be beneficial for survival

No connection found between a child's phone ownership and well-being

There are no failures — only opportunities in unexpected outcomes

Ability of virus to infect fat tissue might explain why obesity raises risk of severe disease

The making of a ’70s cult classic that brings protein synthesis to life

Uncovering the social factors behind the nation’s gaps in well-being and longevity

Ribosomes, the gene’s translators, upend the central dogma of genetics

With drinking water out of reach for many kids, a pediatrician partners with schools to get them access