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Rising Sparks: Helena Jaramillo Mesa, virology

Rising Sparks: Helena Jaramillo Mesa, virology

Helena Jaramillo Mesa thrives on constant learning, fresh ideas, and new challenges as she works to understand the inner workings of viruses.

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The Case for Curiosity: Why Discovery-Driven Research Matters

The Case for Curiosity: Why Discovery-Driven Research Matters

A panel of experts came together for the Morgridge Institute’s Fearless Science Forum series on November 13 to explore “The Case for Curiosity: Why Discovery-Driven Research Matters.” Morgridge CEO Brad

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Cancer immunotherapy startup enters new chapter with SBIR support

Cancer immunotherapy startup enters new chapter with SBIR support

Support from the National Science Foundation’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is helping a Morgridge research team bring an important cancer immunotherapy technology to market.

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Fluorescence Imaging Explained: Microscopic Life in Many Colors

Fluorescence Imaging Explained: Microscopic Life in Many Colors

Life is aglow — literally. Scientists harness this phenomenon, known as fluorescence, to reveal the cellular secrets underlying health and disease otherwise destined to remain hidden from view.

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