Contents

Features
Transplantation without a donor
Dr. Anthony Atala seeks to rebuild bladders and other organs.

Essential but toxic
Dr. Nancy Andrews' lab investigates the transport of iron through the bloodstream.

The best defense
Dr. Eva Guinan finds a safer alternative for bone marrow transplant patients.

Exploring the genome treasure chest
Children's scientists link advanced computer technology with genetics to uncover the mysteries of disease.

Decoding DNA for better diagnosis and drug development
Drs. Isaac Kohane and Atul Butte use gene chip technology to find key genes in the disease puzzle.

Lessons learned from lizards and newts
Dr. Mark Keating thinks of real possibilities for "far out" ideas.

Rewiring damaged circuits
Dr. Larry Benowitz uses an old drug to initiate axon growth.

Brain mapping
Dr. Michael Rivkin leads an effort to document activity in the healthy child's brain.

Giving
How you can support Children's Hospital Boston

Around Children's
News and events at Children's Hospital Boston

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Research roundups
Suicide immunity

Zeroing in on brain tumors

Zebra finch songs and brain research

Fishing for clues

Harpooning HIV and other diseases