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Michael Deem

2 Pitt faculty published a book on nursing ethics

Michael Deem, associate professor of human genetics, co-edited a new book, “Nursing Ethics: Normative Foundations, Advanced Concepts, and Emerging Issues” (Oxford University Press).

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Cracking the genetic code on facial features

“We know some parts of the genome that influence facial features, but our understanding is far from complete,” says John R. Shaffer, professor of human genetics. 

Leah Gruss is seen above setting mosquito traps as part of her work with the Pittsburgh Summer Institute.

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