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Bedford Research Foundation scientists publish the latest CMV (cytomegalovirus) research data in the European Society of Medicine Journal. Between April 2020 and March 2022, BRF collected 453 semen specimens from 156 HIV-infected men. The men were seeking specialized HIV PCR testing for semen provided by SPAR (the Special Program of Assisted Reproduction). Through SPAR, semen…
[Check out this month’s Science Highlights “Fertilized Eggs Versus Embryos, An Ongoing Failure of Terminology.] In light of the recent news from Alabama, we are reposting “What Is An Embryo?”. This is the first comprehensive look at the influence of accurate science terminology, published by the Connecticut Law Review along with rejoinders by Dr. Harold…
On October 27th, Bedford Research held the Activated Egg Symposium in Downtown Boston. This year’s topic was “Human Egg Activation: The Influence of Sperm” with Keynotes: David Keefe, MD, NYU, speaking on “Retrotransposition and early embryo development,” and Oliver Rando, PhD, UMass, speaking on “Epigenetic contributions of sperm to early development in mammals.” Dr. Rando…
The Foundation is ready for 2022 with these new staff additions. Dr. David Albertini joins the foundation as Professor of Reproductive Cell Biology. He is a leading Embryologist, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics, and visiting scientist at The Rockefeller University and Center for Human Reproduction. Dr. Albertini’s most recent research at…
Yesterday we posted an announcement of David Albertini joining the Bedford Research Foundation as Professor and Chair of the Department of Developmental Cell Biology. Biography/ Background David Albertini received his Ph.D. in 1975 from Harvard University working on the cell biology of the mammalian ovary. After postdoctoral work at the University of Connecticut Health Center,…
Amidst the chaos of COVID-19 this year, the BRF has welcomed a new member to their stem cell research team. Professor David Albertini formalized his commitment to advancing the cause of therapeutic stem cell program at the BRF by accepting the position of Professor and Chair of the Department of Developmental Cell Biology. David’s more…
Bedford Research Foundation has been offering weekly COVID-19 testing in Bedford, MA since April and the testing continues! Every Tuesday morning, sign up for a quick and easy testing with quick turnaround time for results. Sign Up for COVID-19 Testing
SARS-CoV-2/COVID19, where are we now: slides from a presentation from Dr. Ann Kiessling, Director of the Bedford Research Foundation.
Question and answer from Dr. Ann Kiessling, Director of the Bedford Research Foundation