Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Unearthing the Resilience: How Desert Rhizospheres Tell Two Microbial Tales
This study was inspired by the extreme arid deserts of northwestern China—landscapes where the boundary between earth and sky blurs, and life persists through remarkable adaptations.
Behind the Research: Sex and Gender Medicine in Physician Training, a 10-Year Follow-Up at Cedars-Sinai
A follow-up survey reveals that despite institutional efforts, trainee exposure to sex and gender medicine remains limited, underscoring the need for deeper integration into clinical education.
Rethinking Brain Sugar — How Glycogen Shapes Tauopathy and Neuroprotection
Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by the buildup of toxic proteins, and lifestyle factors such as diet may influence the risk of developing the condition.
