Isabella Backman

For @science.org, I reported on fascinating research from @nuduncanlab.bsky.social that has found that the ovaries undergo a surprising transformation after menopause. www.science.org/content/arti...

For @science.org , I wrote about brain-eating amoeba 🦠 and fascinating new research led by @katrinavelle.bsky.social which could help explain how the usually harmless pond-dweller ends up in the brain. www.science.org/content/arti...

A new study has discovered that brains of autistic people have fewer of a receptor for glutamate, the most common excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain. The findings could help explain various characteristics linked to autism. @j-mcpartland.bsky.social medicine.yale.edu/news-article...

In a 1.3 billion dollar deal, Merck acquired Modifi Bio last fall. I cover one research team's journey to develop a novel drug for glioblastoma, and a young patient who inspired the team to push forward even when on the verge of running out of funding. medicine.yale.edu/news-article...

A team of 38 scientists from around the world have come together to call for a global discussion about the unprecedented risks that mirror bacteria. I spoke with immunobiologist Ruslan Medzhitov to learn more about this emerging threat. Check out the Q&A here medicine.yale.edu/news-article...