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Seismic sensors reveal potential for continuous monitoring of Arctic sea ice
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 11, 2025
On Ellesmere Island in the Arctic, a seismic monitoring station has been offering new insights into climate change.
Aurora supercomputer opens doors for global scientific research
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 11, 2025
Argonne National Laboratory has opened its Aurora exascale supercomputer to researchers worldwide.
Guidance issued on complying with immigration regulations
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 10, 2025
Employers must navigate complex immigration regulations to protect their employees and operations.
NIH funding cap could reduce UIC's budget by $47 million
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 10, 2025
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a plan to limit indirect costs funding to 15% for all existing and new grants.
Young adults urged to consider estate planning amid unique challenges
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 10, 2025
Estate planning is often perceived as a concern for older adults, but it holds significant importance for younger individuals, particularly those within the LGBTQ community.
Economics professor Allen Sanderson leaves lasting impact on generations at UChicago
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 10, 2025
Allen Sanderson, a long-time economics professor at the University of Chicago, passed away on January 23 in Chicago after a brief illness.
University of Chicago introduces new major focusing on climate and sustainable growth
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 10, 2025
The University of Chicago is set to introduce a new undergraduate major in climate and sustainable growth, with enrollment commencing in the fall of 2025.
Blackhawks reassign defenseman Ethan Del Mastro to Rockford IceHogs
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 9, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the reassignment of defenseman Ethan Del Mastro to the Rockford IceHogs, a team in the American Hockey League
New study identifies non-frontal brain regions linked with intended speech
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 7, 2025
Broca’s aphasia is a language disorder resulting from damage to the frontal lobe, leaving patients unable to articulate intended words.
Study explores differences in heart regeneration between newborns and adults
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 7, 2025
New research from Northwestern Medicine reveals a significant difference in how the immune system repairs heart damage in newborns compared to adults.
Experts discuss risks associated with compounded weight-loss drugs
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 7, 2025
The upcoming Super Bowl ad by telehealth company Hims & Hers, promoting compounded weight-loss drugs, has sparked debate about the complexities of weight loss in the United States.
Court Theatre stages 'A Raisin in The Sun' near its original setting
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 5, 2025
The University of Chicago's Court Theatre is currently staging Lorraine Hansberry’s acclaimed play, "A Raisin in the Sun," just blocks away from its original setting on the South Side of Chicago.
Mayor Johnson to join House Oversight Committee hearing in Washington
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 5, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago is set to travel to Washington, D.C. to attend a hearing by the House Oversight Committee on March 5, 2025.
Drug shows potential for non-surgical treatment of groin hernias
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 5, 2025
By age 75, half of all men develop an inguinal hernia, a condition where soft tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles.
Chicago unveils community-focused budget during inaugural Lakeside Chat
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 5, 2025
The City of Chicago recently hosted its first Lakeside Chat, an event designed to provide residents with a detailed overview of the 2025 Budget.
Blackhawks activate Craig Smith; assign two players to Rockford IceHogs
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 5, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the activation of forward Craig Smith from injured reserve.
Study questions health benefits of three-day juice cleanses
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 4, 2025
A recent study from Northwestern University has raised concerns about the health effects of juice-only diets.
UChicago hosts daylong readings celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 4, 2025
The University of Chicago hosted a daylong event on January 21, 2025, featuring readings from the speeches and writings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Ruby Bridges calls for unity against racism at MLK commemoration
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 4, 2025
Ruby Bridges, the first Black student to integrate an all-white public school in New Orleans, addressed a gathering at Rockefeller Chapel on January 29.
Reusable sponge removes pollutants while recovering valuable minerals
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 4, 2025
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a specialized sponge that offers a new approach to removing pollutants from water.