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The Integrative Cancer Biology Program (ICBP) at the ӳý and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is one of nine multidisciplinary laboratories established by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to promote experimental and computational approaches to the study of cancer biology.

Each of the NCI ICBP labs is offering a unique opportunity for junior and senior undergraduates to engage in innovative cancer research through a nine-week summer research program beginning June 12, 2006.

A remarkable treasure buried in the mundane is a captivating tale for children and scientists alike. As one case in point, an international team of researchers has deciphered the genetic code for chromosome 8, uncovering some extraordinary things about a seemingly ordinary cog in the wheel of the human genome.

It is hard to find good new drugs. Typically, new drug candidates are pursued either because they demonstrate affinity for a chosen molecule or “target,” or they alleviate certain symptoms of a disease. However, it would be best to pursue those candidates with both a well-understood mechanism of action as well as the desired biological effect. The difficulty lies in revealing both aspects early in the drug discovery process.

Misunderstanding abounds with schizophrenia, beginning with its name. The word “schizophrenia” is of Greek derivation and translates roughly as “split mind.” Despite this derivation, schizophrenia is neither similar nor related to multiple personality disorder, yet the two illnesses are frequently confused.