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How concerned should you be about the latest Ebola outbreak? Stanford infectious disease experts explain how the virus spreads, the risks beyond affected regions, and what public health officials are doing to contain it. stanford.io/4a6LGQ4

5 things to know about the Ebola outbreak

Stanford global health expert Michele Barry shares essential facts.

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Meet Katelyn and Lorelei Santa Maria, #Stanford2026 🎓 The twin sisters and human biology majors spent their undergrad years building parallel paths in research and service. 🗞️: stanford.io/4e6cL8w
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A new drug combination developed by Stanford researchers could help treat cystic fibrosis caused by mutations that current therapies can't address. The approach may expand treatment options for patients with limited alternatives. stanford.io/4fTHBmj

Drug combo shows potential for treating cystic fibrosis

Two existing drugs improve mucus clearance in animal models of cystic fibrosis, indicating a potential pathway to reduce chronic lung infections in humans.

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How do plants survive drought? Stanford researchers uncovered key mechanisms that help plant cells stay stable under stress, a finding that could aid the development of more resilient crops. stanford.io/4ofgwf8

Research reveals mechanisms for plant cell resilience to stress

Biologists have identified molecular anchors that secure plant cell membranes to their walls during water loss, providing insights for developing drought-resistant crops.

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From bustling city streets to quiet moments of reflection, the winning images from Stanford Global Studies’ photo contest capture the people, places, and experiences that shape global learning beyond the classroom. stanford.io/4a4emcw

Photo contest brings global research into focus

Stanford Global Studies’ photo contest winners showcase research, internships, and study experiences around the world.

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Proton therapy can target tumors with remarkable precision, reducing damage to nearby healthy tissue. @StanfordMed researchers are advancing the technology to make cancer treatment safer, more effective, and more widely accessible. stanford.io/4dYyK1d

Proton therapy team treats first patient

Stanford Medicine’s new proton therapy facility is ready for patients. On June 4 a child with a rare brain tumor became the first to receive treatment.

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Stanford researchers have discovered a previously unknown immune cell in flatworms that helps coordinate responses to injury and infection. The finding offers new insight into the evolution of immune systems across species. stanford.io/3SglrAF

Flatworms reveal explosive new type of immune cell

The discovery that hormonal triggers cause “ruptoblast” cells in flatworms to detonate and destroy surrounding cells within minutes could inspire new ideas in medical science.

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Why are electricity bills increasing across the U.S.? Stanford experts explain the forces driving higher costs — from growing energy demand to aging infrastructure — and discuss potential solutions for building a more affordable, reliable grid. stanford.io/4v3Cg0m

Why are electricity costs rising?

Electricity rates have risen 10% in the U.S. since last year. Stanford experts discuss the causes and propose solutions to ease costs for ratepayers.

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Meet Heloise Hoffmann, #Stanford2026 🎓 The bioengineering major spent her Stanford years researching treatments for FSHD, the rare genetic disease she has. “It’s been such an empowering experience to be able to chase my own cure.” 🗞️: stanford.io/4ug7kbL
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Pregnancy risks such as miscarriage rise after age 35. Wu Tsai Neuro postdoc Blake Laham suspects neural signaling in the uterus may help explain why. stanford.io/4n0vmFX

Can neuroscience shed light on pregnancy complications?

Pregnancy risks such as miscarriage spike after age 35. Wu Tsai Neuro postdoc Blake Laham suspects neural signaling in the uterus is partly to blame.

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Winning entries in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability’s 2026 photo contest capture the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth and the effort to understand it. stanford.io/4vQxvYG
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A new @NatGeo documentary by legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog covers the search for Angola’s elusive “ghost elephants” and the Stanford science used to identify them. stanford.io/4due3ty

Stanford science reveals genetically distinct ‘ghost elephants’

Using DNA extracted from dung, researchers discovered that high-altitude elephants in Angola have a unique genetic lineage linked to Namibian elephants, highlighted in a new documentary by Werner...

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After a months-long cancer battle at Stanford Hospital, undergrad Josie Fabian is now studying the CAR T-cell therapy that helped save her life, driven to improve treatments for others. stanford.io/4d4a1qs

Student studies the cancer therapy that saved her life

A months-long cancer battle at Stanford Hospital inspired undergrad Josie Fabian to pursue research on CAR T-cell therapy.

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"AI is changing the way we do biology." Bioengineer Emma Lundberg is leveraging AI to map the human proteome in space and time, while reframing the way scientists think about genetic disease. #ResearchMatters stanford.io/4cPthZX

‘AI is changing the way we do biology’

Bioengineer Emma Lundberg is leveraging AI to map the human proteome in space and time, while reframing the way scientists think about genetic disease.

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Prediction markets are surging in popularity amid concerns over regulation and manipulation. Stanford scholar and former SEC Commissioner Joseph Grundfest explains what you need to know. stanford.io/4cD9IUE

Prediction markets are surging – here’s what you need to know

Former SEC Commissioner Joseph Grundfest shares insights on prediction markets, which are gaining popularity amid concerns over regulation and potential manipulation.

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Jonathan Luk is tackling the mathematics of black holes, opening up new questions about general relativity and the nature of the universe. stanford.io/4toboaB

Jonathan Luk tackles the mathematics of black holes

The Stanford mathematician’s black hole research is opening up new questions about Einstein’s theory of general relativity and the nature of the universe.

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Stanford researchers are using drones and AI to detect hidden mosquito breeding sites, improving identification of key habitats and offering new tools to combat the spread of dengue as climate change expands its reach. stanford.io/3QcVD7L

Drones and AI take flight to combat mosquito-borne disease

As warming temperatures spread dengue to new regions, Stanford researchers are using drones and artificial intelligence to hunt down hidden mosquito breeding sites.

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Never an off-year. Never a near-miss. Never a doubt. gostanford.com/news/2026/4/1…

50 Straight Years Of NCAA Champions

The latest chapter was written on April 18, 2026, at 8:36 p.m. inside State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois. And, as history has shown, it most likely won’t be the last.

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Fifty straight years of Stanford at the summit. Proving excellence isn't an accident - it's who we are.
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The greatest streak in collegiate athletics reaches new heights 📈🏆
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