The Virtue of Patients
Researching neurodegenerative diseases often feels like an unwinnable battle against biology. Despite decades of effort, we still have no means for reversing the effects of… Read More »The Virtue of Patients
‘This Is Your Brain on Drugs’ — Well, on Marijuana at Least
The history of cannabis use likely traces back to Asia as early as 500 BC. The plant’s purpose then was medicinal, but there are reports… Read More »‘This Is Your Brain on Drugs’ — Well, on Marijuana at Least
Habsburgs: All in the Family
This post originally appeared on Riley’s blog, uneasy-lies-the-crown.com, which features her writing and podcasts about the intersection of neuroscience and royalty. Our tale begins in… Read More »Habsburgs: All in the Family
Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
Our medical students, residents, postdocs and fellows have a lot to share — from daily life in the classroom, tips on thriving during residency, new… Read More »Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
ChatGPT in Medicine, Part 1 — Learning About the Differential Diagnosis
There’s been a huge amount of news lately about large language models, such as ChatGPT, and how they may impact medicine. From passing licensing exams… Read More »ChatGPT in Medicine, Part 1 — Learning About the Differential Diagnosis
Spring into Fitness: The Annual JHUSOM Virtual Fitness Challenge
Photo courtesy of the author. What is better than a good work-out at the end of a long day of working or studying? A good… Read More »Spring into Fitness: The Annual JHUSOM Virtual Fitness Challenge
Guiding Beacons: Four Surgeons Who Sculpted My Path
Photos courtesy of the author. The transformative power of a mentor’s guidance and support — its impact on both personal and professional growth — is… Read More »Guiding Beacons: Four Surgeons Who Sculpted My Path
Celebrating Spring with Day Hikes Near Baltimore
Photo courtesy of the author. Spring has sprung in Baltimore! Like many scientists, my days are spent sitting in dark, windowless rooms so that the… Read More »Celebrating Spring with Day Hikes Near Baltimore
Make Time to Stop and Smell the Flowers: Cherry Blossoms in Baltimore and D.C.
Photos courtesy of the author. One of the most beautiful parts of spring here in the mid-Atlantic is the return of the cherry blossoms. In… Read More »Make Time to Stop and Smell the Flowers: Cherry Blossoms in Baltimore and D.C.
The Power of Food
Food is powerful. We eat when we’re hungry, sad or celebrating, and everything in between. Food can hold meaningful memories, embody cultural significance and forge… Read More »The Power of Food