MIT’s Associate Professor Bryan Bryson is uncovering how Myobacterium tuberculosis interacts with our immune systems, in a focus that could reshape TB vaccine strategies. By translating these biological insights into engineering solutions, Bryson hopes to help eliminate a disease that remains a global challenge.

Grueling treatments and social stigma define the challenges faced by TB patients in San Antonio. In October, survivors shared their stories with researchers, shedding light on the complexities of this disease and the resilience required to overcome it.

Two individuals with tuberculosis were recently in Manchester and Nashua while infectious, prompting a warning from state health officials. Though full details remain limited, the announcement highlights the importance of public awareness and caution in the face of contagious diseases.