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September 9, 2026

Porrett uncovers immune cell decline in transplant patients during pregnancy

Paige Porrett, M.D., Ph.D., professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation, has been named the latest recipient of the school's Featured Discovery award. This recognition celebrates notable faculty research contributions and highlights the impact of their scientific advancements.

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