Duke Researchers Discover Genetic Link to Smoking Addiction

Researchers from Duke University along with scientists from the US, the UK and New Zealand  have identified genetic risk factors that may accelerate a teen's progression to becoming a lifelong heavy smoker.

Scientists Open Path to Brain Tumor Drug

A genetic mutation that prevents cell death may hold the key to treating deadly brain tumors, say Duke researchers in an article published online in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Duke accepts 2,897 applicants for Class of 2017

On Wednesday, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Duke University informed 2,897 applicants of their acceptance, making the regular decision acceptance rate 9.9 percent.

Duke Medicine Discovers Genetic Variations That Increase Ovarian Cancer Risk

An international research collaboration, including Duke Medicine researchers has found five new regions of the human genome that are linked to increased risks for developing ovarian cancer.

Duke Scientists Identify Two New Lemur Species

Duke Scientists have identified two new species of mouse lemur, the saucer-eyed, teacup-sized primates native to the African island of Madagascar.

Nate James Named Duke Basketball Assistant Coach

 Duke men’s basketball special assistant Nate James will be promoted to assistant coach.

Public Mural to be Unveiled Friday

A new Duke Art Annex mural will be unveiled on a 10,000 square foot building on Gattis Street on Friday A festival will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday at the annex to celebrate the mural’s completion.