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Are fasting diets effective and safe for losing weight?

Sai Das, NG02, a scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts, gives the low down
Animals as a Gateway to Science

Cummings faculty capitalize on kids’ affinity for animals to foster diversity in veterinary medicine and other STEM fields
A Mentor to Many

Biology professor Michael Romero wins a presidential award for mentoring students underrepresented in science
A Fruitful Learning Experience

Kids get a taste of dental and medical school with hands-on exercises meant to mimic the real thing
Engineering a Sand Castle

Students learn about the process of engineering the fun way—by heading to Revere Beach
Mountain Climbing Diplomacy

Fred Ptucha, A65, led a group of Americans to the summit of Mount Damavand in Iran, all part of a cross-cultural friendship mission

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