News from the Baylor Ecosystem
BCM faculty, clinicians, researchers, and staff are advancing medicine and changing the ways we deliver and access care. Here we feature an array of information channels to keep you up to date with the latest advancements from the BCM community, including:
- Momentum, which spans health news, medical education updates, healthcare, community, and events around BCM
- From the Labs, which spotlights new and innovative bench science from BCM researchers.
- The Stitch, which shares the expertise of researchers and clinicians in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery as well as the voices of patients who have undergone surgery and found healing.
- PolicyWise, which explores the full spectrum of health and science policy, from public health to emerging biotechnologies.
- BCM News, which features the headlines-making accomplishments of researchers, faculty, and staff from across BCM.
- Progress Notes, which shares students' stories from the clinics, their thoughts on medicine and healthcare, and stories from the frontlines of research.
- BCM Family, which helps you catch up on news from Baylor College of Medicine posted on the BCM Family newsletter online.
Featured News
New 'drug-factory' implants successfully kill many types of cancer, study finds
Researchers from Rice University and BCM have developed “drug-factory” implants—microscopic, cell-encapsulated devices that continuously release immune-activating cytokines directly at tumor sites—demonstrating potent cancer-killing effects in mice and paving the way for human clinical trials.
Changes in the blood could protect against Alzheimer's disease
BCM researchers have discovered that certain mutations in blood stem cells may offer protection against late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, opening new possibilities for diagnostics and treatment.
From a terrifying diagnosis to training for a marathon: Abigail's miracle story
The Stich shares the inspiring journey of a patient who turned a frightening medical diagnosis into motivation to train for a marathon, illustrating resilience, goal-setting, and the power of physical activity in recovery.
A culturally sensitive approach for pediatricians to navigate co-sleeping conversations with families
Policywise outlines a framework for pediatricians to discuss co-sleeping with families—highlighting respectful dialogue, consideration of cultural values, and tailored guidance to promote infant safety without dismissing parental beliefs.
Researchers uncover rare gene variants contributing to systemic sclerosis risk
BCM researchers discovered gene variants that significantly increase the risk of systemic sclerosis by using complementary genetic analyses, enhancing our understanding of the disease’s molecular origins and paving the way for new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
What you need to know about sickle cell disease
Dr. Titilope Fasipe highlights how early diagnosis, preventive care, and emerging treatments like gene therapy are transforming outcomes for people with sickle cell disease.