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two photos of women who are researchers at Brandeis' Heller school.

March 6, 2026

A major new federal study by researchers at Brandeis’ Heller school and Mass General Brigham hospital (MGB) aims to change the way seniors experience primary care.

students at a lab bench

March 5, 2026

At many universities, research is something undergraduates hear about but rarely touch. Brandeis is different: for our undergrads, hands-on research is a fundamental part of the collegiate experience.

Brandeis Magazine cover

January 21, 2026

The Winter 2025/2026 edition of Brandeis Magazine discusses Brandeis’ innovative leadership in the ever-shifting landscape of higher education; takes you behind the scenes at a state-of-the-art light microscopy lab; and shares many other fascinating stories about the university’s alumni, faculty, students and staff.

Alexandra Ratzlaff and her team of Brandeis undergraduates stand on the beach at Mafia Island.

January 7, 2026

On Mafia island, clues to ancient life turn up constantly beneath visitors’ feet. A walk along its idyllic beaches reveals pottery shards, coins and other artifacts of ancient trade, all washed from the sands by turquoise waves.

 Karen Donelan and Toby Lipson work together on a laptop.

December 8, 2025

Nine Brandeis students stepped into the world of high-impact research as Atkins Heller Undergraduate Fellows, gaining firsthand experience in the analytical and collaborative work that shapes public policy.

Chloé Bakayoko ’26 standing outside of the Massachusetts General Hospital.

September 22, 2025

Through an internship in the Brain Trauma Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital, Chloé Bakayoko ’26 assists with research focused on childhood brain injuries.

A group of young people hold up non-alcoholic drinks at a party to make a toast.

September 9, 2025

Psychology professor Don Katz, a taste expert, shares his take on this growing trend.

Jonathan S. Anjaria

August 25, 2025

Jonathan S. Anjaria to use National Science Foundation award to research ways to leverage demand for expertise in human behavior.

Yerbol Z. Kurmangaliyev

August 13, 2025

Yerbol Z. Kurmangaliyev, assistant professor of biology at Brandeis, has been named to the Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences.

A person using their smartphone in front of a futuristic background.

August 12, 2025

School of Business and Economics professor Benjamin Shiller discusses the opportunities, challenges and consumer impacts of the rapidly evolving practice.