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“Research is our hallmark, and its essential instruments—freedom of inquiry and expression, academic excellence, marshaling of evidence, rigorous and open debate, and an embrace of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints—form our core values.”

JHU President Ron Daniels

Research matters
Stalling progress on rare genetic disorders
Published May 14, 2025
Hopkins neuroscientist Richard Huganir is close to finding a potential life-changing treatment for kids with SYNGAP1-related disorders, but cuts to federal funding could delay or halt the progress
Research matters
Fire-safety engineering delivers lifesaving value
Published May 6, 2025
A computational tool developed by Johns Hopkins civil engineer Thomas Gernay predicts how fire affects structures, leading to more resilient designs and enhanced public safety
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Transformative patient care begins in the lab
Published April 30, 2025
Hai-Quan Mao and his collaborators at Johns Hopkins conduct materials science research using mRNA and other advances to address medical challenges like cancer, malaria, and nerve and tissue damage
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Celebrating the critical impact of research

Without research—at Johns Hopkins and at thousands of other universities, medical schools, and research institutions across the nation—scientific breakthroughs suffer, and the lifesaving treatments of tomorrow are at risk.

Master's degree candidates in the Whiting School of Engineering cross Homewood Field to the Commencement stage May 19
Master's degree candidates in the Whiting School of Engineering cross Homewood Field to the Commencement stage May 19

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Master's degree candidates from the Whiting School of Engineering cross Homewood Field to the Commencement stage May 19. They were the first of thousands of scholars to receive their degrees this week. Find out which ceremony is next—and keep tabs on the any potential weather-related changes—by visiting the Commencement website.

From the Spring 2025 at Johns Hopkins University gallery.

Credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

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