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Gregory Logan-Graf

Cell Biology

Carnegie Mellon University

I'm a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University, where I study a protein called actin. Actin is part of the cytoskeleton, which gives cells strength and allows them to move. Neat! In addition to actin, I've also studied breast cancer and the senses of balance and touch.

Gregory has authored 6 articles

Scientists have learned to grow brain tissue to 100x (just add water)

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A new technique to expand cells seems like science fiction: it lets researchers bypass laws of microscope physics

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Can young blood actually help cure Alzheimer's?

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Researchers are testing the idea, with encouraging early results

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My 'basic' fruit fly research could help save lives

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Politicians like Sarah Palin love to mock it, but here's why we should all support 'basic' research

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Rand Paul's bill to stop 'silly' science would stifle research, innovation, and the economy

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The senator has backed a bill that would let political appointees and "taxpayer advocates" cut research

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How shaving mice led to an accidental discovery about our sense of touch

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We're gonna need more shaving cream

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Six facts about Gertrude Elion, a legend in drug discovery

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She experienced many obstacles, but her perseverance and passion always won

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