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Dr. Mark Rosenblatt appointed vice chancellor for human health sciences at UC Davis
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 27, 2025
Dr. Mark Rosenblatt, currently the G. Stephen Irwin Executive Dean at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and chief executive officer of the University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics, has been named the next vice chancellor of human...
Botulinum toxin injections offer short-term pain relief for Ukrainian war amputees
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 27, 2025
Botulinum toxin injections have shown greater short-term relief for phantom limb pain in Ukrainian war amputees compared to standard care, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine in collaboration with Ukrainian physicians.
Northwestern professor develops game aimed at improving civil discourse
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 27, 2025
At an Evanston brewpub, people gathered not for a traditional board game but to test Point Taken, a new conversation game developed by Northwestern University researchers.
University of Chicago professor discusses KPop Demon Hunters and Korean shamanism
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 22, 2025
This Halloween, many children are dressing up as characters from the animated Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters," which features the trio Huntr/x. The movie, known for its blend of humor and cultural references, follows a tradition of singing...
University Illinois of Chicago begins seasonal transition to winter heating in campus buildings
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 22, 2025
As cooler weather arrives, Utilities and Energy Services at the University Illinois of Chicago will start transitioning campus buildings and plants to winter heating mode.
University of Chicago-led team maps massive galaxy clusters supporting current cosmological model
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 21, 2025
Scientists from the University of Chicago have led a new study that maps large clusters of galaxies to help understand the fundamental laws of the universe.
Northwestern Medicine researchers identify cell interactions driving chronic lung-transplant rejection
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 20, 2025
More than half of lung-transplant recipients experience rejection of their new lungs within five years, a complication that has long puzzled doctors.
Chicago faces ongoing public transit funding crisis amid calls for governance reform
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 17, 2025
As Chicago faces a significant budget shortfall for its public transit system, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) projects a gap of around $250 million beginning in fiscal year 2026.
UIC updates progress on ADA Title II digital accessibility initiative
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 16, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has provided an update on its progress toward meeting the ADA Title II digital accessibility requirements, with a compliance deadline set for April 26, 2026.
UIC addresses concerns over increased external law enforcement presence near campus
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 13, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has issued a statement addressing concerns among its campus community following increased activity by external law enforcement agencies, including immigration enforcement, in the city.
UIC schedules town halls on provost search with input from Russell Reynolds Associates
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 13, 2025
Chancellor Marie Lynn Miranda has initiated the search for the next provost at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), partnering with Russell Reynolds Associates, an external executive search firm.
Book examines scientific bias through story of Hawaiian surfers Duke and David Kahanamoku
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 10, 2025
In the early 20th century, Duke Kahanamoku gained international recognition as an Olympic swimmer and lifeguard, eventually earning the title of the father of modern surf culture.
AI helps predict sepsis risk in children using emergency department data
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 10, 2025
Researchers from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago have developed artificial intelligence (AI) models that can predict the risk of sepsis in children within 48 hours, using data collected in the first...
South Side Science Festival draws record crowd for hands-on STEM activities at UChicago
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 8, 2025
Thousands of families attended the annual South Side Science Festival at the University of Chicago, marking the event's largest turnout since its inception four years ago.
UIC highlights ongoing efforts for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 8, 2025
Technology Solutions at the University of Illinois Chicago is observing Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, emphasizing the importance of digital safety across the campus community.
University of Chicago researchers develop telecom-compatible molecular qubits for future quantum internet
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 7, 2025
Scientists from the University of Chicago, in collaboration with partner institutions, have developed molecular qubits that are compatible with standard telecommunications networks.
New tools increase guideline-based early peanut introduction by pediatricians
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
A new clinical study led by Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago found that a set of simple tools significantly increased pediatricians’ adherence to guidelines recommending early introduction of...
UIC offers flu shots for eligible employees and retirees in October
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
State of Illinois employees and retirees who are enrolled in the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP) or state-sponsored managed care plans, including HMO or OAP, can receive seasonal flu shots at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC).
University community remembers C.M. Naim's legacy as founder of Urdu studies
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
Choudhri Mohammed Naim, known as C.M. Naim, died on July 9 in Hyde Park at the age of 89.
Northwestern engineers develop method to boost purity of single-photon emission
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 3, 2025
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new method to improve the consistency and reliability of quantum light sources, which are essential for emerging quantum technologies.