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Northwestern study finds demographic disparities in benefits of artificial intelligence
A recent study by Northwestern University has highlighted the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific research, revealing potential disparities among different demographic groups. The study, led by Dashun Wang and Jian Gao from the Kellogg School of Management, analyzed a vast dataset comprising 74.6 million publications, 7.1 million patents, and 4.2 million university course syllabi.
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Northwestern launches center targeting toddler mental health with $11.7 million NIMH grant
Northwestern University has initiated a new Mental Health, Earlier Center at the Institute for Innovations in Developmental Sciences (DevSci) with an $11.7 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). This center aims to tackle youth mental health issues by focusing on early signs of vulnerability in toddlers during routine pediatric care.
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Study reveals diverse virus populations on household items
Researchers from Northwestern University have uncovered a surprising diversity of viruses residing in everyday bathroom items such as showerheads and toothbrushes. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiomes, revealed over 600 different viruses, most of which were previously unknown. These viruses are bacteriophages, or "phage," which infect bacteria but do not pose a threat to humans.
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New soft material may revolutionize medical devices and wearable tech
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new soft, sustainable electroactive material with potential applications in medical devices, wearable technology, and human-computer interfaces. The study was published in the journal Nature on October 9.
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Northwestern experts discuss voter suppression ahead of presidential election
With the U.S. Presidential election approaching, concerns have emerged over efforts to purge voter rolls in key battleground states. The Department of Justice is investigating potential violations of federal rules regarding registered voter lists.
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Bacteria discovered capable of breaking down plastics for food
Researchers at Northwestern University have made a significant discovery regarding the breakdown of plastic by a common family of environmental bacteria known as Comamonadacae. These bacteria, often found in urban rivers and wastewater systems, have been observed growing on plastics. The study, published in Environmental Science & Technology, reveals that a specific bacterium within this family can degrade plastic to use it as a food source.
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Northwestern hosts forum on upcoming Supreme Court term amid election tensions
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to reconvene on Monday, October 7, following a previous term marked by significant decisions on issues such as presidential immunity, abortion, and government regulation of businesses and the unhoused. As a contentious presidential election approaches and public approval ratings for the Court remain low, there is widespread interest in how the justices will approach this session.
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Bioelectronic implant project receives $34M funding boost
A collaborative research team, including engineers from Northwestern University, has secured up to $34 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to expedite the development of a bioelectronic implant aimed at treating obesity and Type 2 diabetes. This announcement was made by the agency today.
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Experts discuss foreign policy implications ahead of November elections
The ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are expected to be significant factors for voters in the upcoming November elections. Voters will consider the different foreign policy approaches of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
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Comic tale opens new season at Northwestern's Bienen School of Music
A comic tale of youthful liberation and a master class led by Grammy Award-winning soprano Christine Goerke open the 2024-25 season of voice and opera performances at the Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music.
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NPR launches 'Stress Less' series featuring Northwestern's Resilience Challenge
Anyone tuning into NPR’s Morning Edition today, Sept. 30, will hear the launch of a new program titled “Stress Less: A quest to reclaim your calm,” aimed at helping listeners cope with life's challenges.
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Northwestern receives $20M grant to study health effects of incarceration
Northwestern University has been awarded $20 million over five years by the National Institutes of Health to investigate the health consequences of incarceration. The study will focus on how incarceration impacts age-related conditions and risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).
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Northwestern's Wirtz Center to host free concert by Mexican musical storyteller Jaime Lozano
Northwestern University’s American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) and Teatro Vista Productions (TVP) will host a free concert featuring Mexican musical theater storyteller Jaime Lozano. The event, titled “Jaime Lozano & The Familia: Songs by an Immigrant,” is scheduled for Monday, October 14 at Wirtz Center Chicago in Abbott Hall, located at 710 N. Lake Shore Drive on Northwestern’s Chicago campus.
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Northwestern researchers witness nanoscale formation of water bubbles using palladium
For the first time, researchers have observed hydrogen and oxygen atoms merge to form nano-sized water bubbles in real-time at the molecular scale. This discovery was part of a Northwestern University study aiming to understand how palladium catalyzes this reaction. By examining the process at such a small scale, the team discovered ways to speed up water generation.
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Northwestern University offers improv workshop series for youth who stutter
Northwestern University’s Center for Audiology, Speech, Language and Learning (NUCASLL) in the School of Communication is launching a series of free public workshops using improvisation to help young people who stutter. The series, titled “Break the Blocks,” was successfully piloted last year and is expanding this fall.
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Northwestern expert comments on recent surge in executions
Since Friday, five men on death row have been, or are scheduled to be, executed within a one-week span. The most high-profile case is that of Marcellus "Khaliifah" Williams, who was executed in Missouri Tuesday night after a last-ditch effort to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court failed.
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Federico Solmi's 'The Great Farce' displayed at Northwestern University
Federico Solmi's media work "The Great Farce" is now on display at Northwestern University's Block Museum of Art until December 1. This exhibition marks the first time the museum has presented Solmi’s full installation, which consists of nine video projections covering the largest gallery space.
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Bruce Willis's journey highlights challenges in diagnosing frontotemporal dementia
Actor Bruce Willis was first diagnosed with aphasia in the spring of 2022 and later with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) nearly a year after. FTD is a disorder that can affect personality, social skills, and speech.
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Northwestern University announces fall lineup at Wirtz Center Chicago
Northwestern University's Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for Performing and Media Arts in Chicago will host four productions this fall, each highlighting significant historical figures or cultural traditions and exploring art's healing power.
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Federal Assault Weapons Ban linked to prevention of up to 38 additional mass shootings
The Federal Assault Weapons Ban (FAWB) prevented up to five public mass shootings when it was active between 1994 and 2004, according to previous research. A new Northwestern Medicine study has found that had the ban remained in place, it would have prevented up to 38 more mass shootings between 2005 and 2022.