Attendees strike a pose at the 2024 American Physiology Summit. The American Physiology Summit, the annual meeting of the American Physiological Society (APS), took place last week in Long Beach, California. The gathering brought together more than 3,000 scientists, exhibitors and staff to explore the science behind the biggest issues impacting life and health—and to … Continue reading Social Media Takes the American Physiology Summit by Storm
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Exploring Causes and New Treatments for Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a lifelong disorder of the red blood cells. It’s caused by a mutation in a single gene and affects about 100,000 people in the U.S. Normal red blood cells are round, a shape that helps the cells carry oxygen around the body. But red blood cells in people with SCD … Continue reading Exploring Causes and New Treatments for Sickle Cell Disease