Blood test for pregnant women can predict premature birth, Stanford-led study reports Measuring RNA fragments in a pregnant woman’s blood gives a reliable estimate of the baby’s due date and can predict if the baby will arrive prematurely, a Stanford-led team has shown.

Study identifies cellular ‘death code’ Stanford scientists and their collaborators have discovered a molecule that initiates the final, crucial step in a type of cell death.

5 Questions: Luby on virus with potential to cause global pandemic Stephen Luby discusses risk factors and potential interventions for Nipah virus, a disease with no vaccine and a mortality rate of up to 70 percent.

Compound in citrus oil could reduce dry mouth in head, neck cancer patients A Stanford collaboration between clinical and basic science researchers has led to the identification of a compound that could improve the quality of life for head and neck cancer patients.

Millions could have incorrect statin, aspirin and blood pressure prescriptions New research indicates that 11 million Americans may need to talk to their doctor about taking different prescriptions of aspirin, statins and blood pressure medications, according to a study led by Stanford researchers.

Spirit, Inspiring Change award winners announced The winners of the 2018 Spirit Award are Misty Mazzara and Michela Pilo. Kim Osborn and Shannon Monahan received the 2018 Inspiring Change Leadership Award.