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Kathy Jean Schultz is a freelance medical science writer. Her work covers the use of stem cells to reverse blindness, prostate cancer treatment, other medical innovations and addiction issues. She is a member of the National Association of Science Writers and the Association of Health Care Journalists.

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Ex-Opioid Addict at Harvard Says We’re Wrong About Addiction

MISUNDERSTOOD

Peter Grinspoon went to rehab for his opioid addiction—and realized that current faith-based abstinence programs often lack scientific research.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Nov 27, 2018

The ‘Human Hunger Hormone’ Might Cure Alcoholism

JUST ONE MORE NO MORE

Adapting ghrelin, the hormone that makes us want more French fries, could help some people to quell their hunger signals. Could it also curb cravings for alcohol?

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Jul 26, 2018

The Surprising Way Fracking Could Illuminate Heart Health

MICROBE MINERS

As an energy source, it’s controversial. But as a way to understand plaque and heart disease, fracking could be medicine’s most promising bet yet.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Jul 17, 2018

Platypus Venom Could Treat Diabetes

UNDER THE SEA

The ocean’s creatures hold secrets to some of today’s biggest medical mysteries.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Jul 03, 2018

Remote-Controlled Nanospears Will Attack Cancer Cells

SPEARHEADING A REVOLUTION

Unlike ancient spears that delivered injury or death, nanospears deliver potentially life-saving genetic treatment.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Jun 12, 2018

This Vegetable Could Eliminate E-Waste

CORNY

As the husks, stalks, and cobs of corn decompose, a powerful, sugar-loving bacteria emerges. That bacteria is strong enough to break down metal.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Apr 19, 2018

Stem Cell Treatments Could Eradicate HIV

A NEW HOPE

Scott Kitchen's research could significantly up survival rates from the virus.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Jan 15, 2018

Is The Next Fitbit A Tattoo?

GETTING STEPS IN

Say goodbye to those thin black bands—the next generation of fitness trackers will be barely noticeable and the most accurate they've ever been.

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Dec 30, 2017

Would You Trust a 3D-Printed Mini Organ to Test Your Drugs?

MINI MIRACLE

Organoids are poised to solve the animal ethics issue and human testing fears. Could anything go wrong?

Kathy Jean Schultz | Published Nov 17, 2017

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