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ACL tears are the most common knee injury, and Duke University School of Medicine orthopedics professor Lou DeFrate, PhD, is uncovering the mechanics behind them. His research could transform how athletes protect their knees and recover from injuries.

Duke researchers are studying the increasing use of cannabis and tobacco among people seeking pain relief. Using brain scans, they're investigating how these substances affect pain and whether they might contribute to worsening pain symptoms.

A first-of-its-kind study documents Durham neighborhoods with higher levels of structural racism also have higher rates of chronic disease. Duke researchers are expanding their work to help others conduct similar studies in their own cities, and to use that data to inform policy efforts to intervene where it’s needed most.

Christine Eyler is exploring how tumors evolve during treatment to identify vulnerabilities that could lead to more effective cancer therapies. By studying rectal cancer organoids and epigenetic changes, Eyler aims to uncover new strategies that could eventually translate into personalized treatments for patients.