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Research from Duke Science and Technology scholar Nuo Li, PhD, reveals that the brain's storage of certain memories is more complex and stable than previously thought.
A Rising Tide of Kidney Disease in Rural Communities
A new wave of kidney disease is ravaging rural farming communities across the globe, and climate change may be at its heart.
The Hidden Science of ACL Injuries
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.
Pain Paradox: How Substance Use May Worsen Chronic Pain
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.
Links Between Health and Place in Durham
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.
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