Danny Benjamin, MD, PhD, MPH: Expanding clinical research in rural communities
For most of rural America, access to clinical research addressing rural health is extremely limited. As a leader of a program designed to develop future researchers through hands-on experience and mentorship, Danny Benjamin, MD, PhD, MPH, is working to address this shortage.
Could a cancer vaccine developed long ago hold the key to long-term surival?
Duke research reveals that a decades-old breast cancer vaccine may have unlocked a powerful immune memory response, now supercharged by a new antibody.
New patient-friendly pathology reports transform patients' access to information
Duke Pathology has implemented a new platform in the My Duke Health patient portal that distills complex medical terminology into easy-to-understand plain language explanations and diagrams.
Saved by Duke research
From breast cancer to rare pediatric diseases, federally funded Duke biomedical research has helped Duke staff and faculty and their families.
Obesity Weakens Cancer Immunity. Can GLP-1 Drugs Turn It Back On?
Doctors are taking a closer look at how obesity affects breast cancer and whether popular weight loss drugs might fit into future breast cancer prevention and treatment strategies.
School of Medicine Mourns the Passing of E. Harvey Estes, Jr., MD
E. Harvey Estes, Jr., MD, a pioneering physician, educator, and leader whose contributions to Duke have left an enduring legacy, passed away on October 16, 2025, after having celebrated his 100th birthday this past May.
New enzymes promise cheaper, cleaner drug production
Researchers at Duke University School of Medicine have identified two enzymes that can produce a key ingredient in antibiotics, antivirals, and cancer drugs without the use of toxic chemicals.
Where You Live Still Affects How Long You Live, New Global Study Finds
Despite leading the world in health spending, the U.S. lags in preventing premature deaths, performing worse than expected for its wealth.
Robotic fish unlocks secrets of the brain-body connection
A three-step study — lab experiments with zebrafish, computer simulation, and robotic testing — reveal how closely the brain and body work together to guide movement based on what we see.
From sidewalks to support systems
Early findings from research led by Katie Holliday, PhD, assistant professor in family medicine and community health, show that fear of racism and discrimination keep some women from exercising in their communities. The study also found that Latinas were more concerned about being harassed by men while exercising in public spaces than white or Black women.