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Recent News About Northwestern University
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FDA approves new non-opioid drug suzetrigine for acute pain
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new pain medication, suzetrigine, marking the first innovative pain treatment approval in over two decades.
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Northwestern allocates over $2M from Ryan fund for innovative life sciences research
Northwestern University, in collaboration with the Ryan Family Foundation, has announced the allocation of over $2 million from the Ryan Family Research Acceleration Fund to support eight innovative research projects.
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Artificial neuron mimics biological processes; enhances intelligent robotics
Scientists from Northwestern University and Georgia Tech have developed a new artificial neuron with capabilities that could advance the field of intelligent robotics.
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Northwestern study shows promise for new vitiligo treatment using microbial therapy
A recent study from Northwestern University suggests that a natural compound derived from gut-friendly bacteria may significantly slow the progression of vitiligo and potentially restore skin pigmentation.
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Trump's gender order raises concerns over trans rights at Northwestern
Northwestern University experts express concern over potential consequences following President Trump's executive order on gender, which could increase violence and discrimination against transgender individuals.
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Illinois launches dashboard monitoring violent deaths
Illinois has introduced a new tool to track violent deaths and non-fatal firearm violence at the county level.
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Physicists propose method for stabilizing quantum networks
Northwestern University physicists have introduced a new approach to stabilize quantum networks by rebuilding disappearing connections.
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Bienen School hosts soprano-led master classes and modernized 'The Merry Widow
The Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University is set to host a series of voice and opera events this winter, featuring notable artists and innovative performances.
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Fast radio burst traced to ancient elliptical galaxy challenges existing theories
Astronomers have traced a fast radio burst (FRB) to an ancient, elliptical galaxy for the first time.
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Social media shifts as Supreme Court backs TikTok sale or ban
The recent Supreme Court decision to support a law requiring TikTok to be sold or banned has prompted significant shifts in the social media landscape.
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Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban; Northwestern experts weigh in
On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously upheld a federal law banning TikTok unless its China-based parent company, ByteDance, sells it to a U.S. entity by January 19.
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Block Museum hosts first major Midwest solo show for artist Jordan Ann Craig
The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University is set to host a significant exhibition titled “it takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig.” This marks the first major solo showcase in the Midwest for Northern Cheyenne...
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New nanoscale material promises advancements in body armor technology
In a significant advancement in materials science, researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new type of nanoscale material with potential applications in body armor and other fields requiring lightweight, flexible, and tough materials.
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Study highlights gaps in medical school curricula regarding disability
Doctors in the United States have expressed feeling unprepared to care for individuals with disabilities, revealing significant negative biases toward this population.
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FDA bans Red 3 dye from food products due to health concerns
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on the color additive Red 3 in food products.
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New guidelines redefine clinical and pre-clinical obesity
A new set of global clinical guidelines has been released, redefining how obesity is diagnosed.
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Education's impact on maternal heart health disparities
Research has shown a connection between racial and ethnic disparities in maternal heart health and increased risks of preterm birth, preeclampsia, and cardiovascular issues for Black and Hispanic mothers.
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Northwestern University's Wirtz Center announces winter theater lineup
The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts at Northwestern University is presenting a diverse winter theater season.
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Northwestern's Dr. Jennifer Jao named co-chair of global AIDS clinical trials network
Dr. Jennifer Jao, a pediatric infectious disease expert from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, has been appointed as co-chair of the International Maternal Pediatric and...
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New technology amplifies detection capabilities for environmental and health monitoring
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new system to enhance the detection of low-concentration chemicals, expanding its potential applications in environmental and human health monitoring.