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November 2003, Vol. 12, No. 6 | Back Issues
 Herpes research uncovers possible clue to Alzheimer's disease
Researchers at the MBL and Brown University have found a physical connection between the herpes simplex virus and amyloid precursor protein, a protein that breaks down to form a major component of the amyloid plaques that are consistently present in the brains of persons with Alzheimer’s disease. Amyloid precursor protein—or APP—breaks down to form beta-amyloid. There is strong evidence, according to the researchers, that beta-amyloid is the underlying cause of Alzheimer’s... more »
2004 Insurance Rates and Open Enrollment
It’s that time of year again! The holidays will soon be in full swing as we all begin to look ahead to 2004. Human Resources has finalized negotiations with our benefits carriers and is pleased to announce lower-than-expected increases to our insurance rates for the 2004 plan year.
A Message from the Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator
On November 18, the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts found that “barring an individual from the protections, benefits, and obligations of civil marriage solely because that person would marry a person of the same sex violates the Massachusetts Constitution.”
Science News
Employee News and Notes
Recent Gifts and Grants
Emergency Storm Closings
December Calendar
MBL Monthly is an employee newsletter published by the Communications Office. Comments and suggestions are welcome. Call (508) 289-7423 or e-mail us at
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