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At the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, we believe in the power of individuals to advance science through research and science education, making discoveries that benefit humanity. Learn more about how we move science forward. Janelia Senior Group Leader Vivek Jayaraman, PhD »
research Apr 12 2018
Cancer Protein Could Point to New Targets for Treatment

The crystal structure of a G protein commonly mutated in pituitary tumors could help researchers develop anti-cancer drugs.

research Apr 11 2018
Mutant Ferret Offers Clues to Human Brain Size

Scientists have engineered ferrets genetically to study abnormally small brain size in humans – and, in the process, discovered hints as to how our brains evolved.

Research Apr 11 2018
The Neural Circuitry of Parental Behavior

HHMI scientists have deconstructed the brain circuits that control parenting behavior in mice and identified discrete sets of cells that control actions, motivations, and hormonal changes involved in nurturing young animals.

Research Mar 29 2018
Detailed Structure Illuminates Brain-Enhancing Drug’s Action

A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.

Research Mar 06 2018
Mosquito Brain Atlas Aims to Reveal Neural Circuitry of Behavior

HHMI researchers have built mosquitobrains.org, the first map of the female mosquito brain. The new resource may ultimately uncover the circuitry behind biting and other behaviors.

RESEARCH Feb 28 2018
Glowing Molecule Can Reveal Live Tuberculosis Bacteria

A new technique may one day allow fast, simple detection of the bacterium that causes TB, as well as a way to monitor whether drugs are working.

Institute Feb 27 2018
The Associated Press and Howard Hughes Medical Institute Expand Collaboration to Bolster Health and Science Coverage

The AP and HHMI’s Department of Science Education will expand collaboration to support health and science reporting.

Research Feb 21 2018
Ancient DNA Tells Tales of Humans’ Migratory History

Scientists have dramatically expanded the number of ancient DNA samples studied­­ – revealing vast and surprising migrations and genetic mixing of populations in our prehistoric past.

Research Feb 15 2018
CRISPR-based Technology Can Detect Viral DNA

Technology that’s been used to edit genomes can also spot snippets of DNA. Such detective work may enable rapid, reliable ways to identify infections and cancer.

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research Apr 12 2018
Cancer Protein Could Point to New Targets for Treatment

The crystal structure of a G protein commonly mutated in pituitary tumors could help researchers develop anti-cancer drugs.

research Apr 11 2018
Mutant Ferret Offers Clues to Human Brain Size

Scientists have engineered ferrets genetically to study abnormally small brain size in humans – and, in the process, discovered hints as to how our brains evolved.

Research Apr 11 2018
The Neural Circuitry of Parental Behavior

HHMI scientists have deconstructed the brain circuits that control parenting behavior in mice and identified discrete sets of cells that control actions, motivations, and hormonal changes involved in nurturing young animals.

Research Mar 29 2018
Detailed Structure Illuminates Brain-Enhancing Drug’s Action

A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.

Research Mar 06 2018
Mosquito Brain Atlas Aims to Reveal Neural Circuitry of Behavior

HHMI researchers have built mosquitobrains.org, the first map of the female mosquito brain. The new resource may ultimately uncover the circuitry behind biting and other behaviors.

RESEARCH Feb 28 2018
Glowing Molecule Can Reveal Live Tuberculosis Bacteria

A new technique may one day allow fast, simple detection of the bacterium that causes TB, as well as a way to monitor whether drugs are working.

Institute Feb 27 2018
The Associated Press and Howard Hughes Medical Institute Expand Collaboration to Bolster Health and Science Coverage

The AP and HHMI’s Department of Science Education will expand collaboration to support health and science reporting.

Research Feb 21 2018
Ancient DNA Tells Tales of Humans’ Migratory History

Scientists have dramatically expanded the number of ancient DNA samples studied­­ – revealing vast and surprising migrations and genetic mixing of populations in our prehistoric past.

Research Feb 15 2018
CRISPR-based Technology Can Detect Viral DNA

Technology that’s been used to edit genomes can also spot snippets of DNA. Such detective work may enable rapid, reliable ways to identify infections and cancer.

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