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New AI tool identifies key gene sets behind complex diseases
Northwestern University biophysicists have developed a new computational tool to identify gene combinations underlying complex illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and asthma.
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Generative AI boosts radiology productivity at Northwestern Medicine
A groundbreaking generative AI system developed by Northwestern Medicine is transforming radiology.
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TikTok skincare trends may pose risks for teens
Girls between the ages of 7 and 18 are using an average of six different skincare products, according to a new study by Northwestern Medicine.
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Masi Asare appointed artistic director at Northwestern's American Music Theatre Project
Award-winning composer, lyricist, and scholar Masi Asare has been named the new artistic director of Northwestern University's American Music Theatre Project (AMTP), according to an announcement by the university's School of Communication.
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Northwestern experts ready to comment on pending Supreme Court decisions
Northwestern University faculty are prepared to offer insights on upcoming Supreme Court rulings anticipated in the coming weeks.
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Duavee shows promise in reducing invasive breast cancer risk: study
A drug known as Duavee, which is already approved by the FDA for treating menopause symptoms, may also play a role in preventing invasive breast cancer.
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Report highlights record low staffing levels at US labor department
Millions of workers in the United States are experiencing wage theft, with a new report indicating that the issue may worsen due to insufficient staffing at the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD).
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Zachary Clopton named interim dean at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Northwestern University has announced the appointment of Professor Zachary D. Clopton as the interim dean of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
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Bienen School announces diverse lineup for its upcoming concert season
The Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music has announced its 2025-26 concert season, featuring a variety of international talent making their Northwestern University debuts.
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Graphene oxide offers eco-friendly alternative for food packaging
Northwestern University researchers have unveiled a new material that may replace harmful plastics and toxic substances in food packaging.
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Northwestern professors ready to comment on upcoming Supreme Court rulings
Professors from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and Feinberg School of Medicine are available to provide insights on upcoming Supreme Court rulings.
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Leif Ove Andsnes awarded prestigious Jean Gimbel Lane Prize by Northwestern University
EVANSTON, Ill. — The Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University has announced that Leif Ove Andsnes will receive the 2025 Jean Gimbel Lane Prize in Piano Performance.
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Billy Joel cancels concerts due to normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis
Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of his upcoming concerts due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).
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Expert links IVF support with need for broader abortion access
On February 18, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order instructing the assistant to the president for domestic policy to compile policy recommendations within 90 days aimed at protecting in vitro fertilization (IVF) access and reducing...
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Pediatrician warns against fluoride bans impacting rural children's oral health
Florida has enacted a law banning fluoride in public water systems, becoming the second state to do so.
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Anonymous donation boosts Northwestern's Jewish studies program
Northwestern University has received a donation from an anonymous benefactor aimed at enhancing its Jewish studies program and supporting Jewish student life.
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Northwestern's John Rogers elected fellow by prestigious UK academy
EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern University bioelectronics pioneer John A. Rogers has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, the United Kingdom’s national academy of science.
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Supreme Court hears arguments on birthright citizenship and universal injunctions
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments today concerning the Trump administration's attempt to enforce an executive order ending birthright citizenship.
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Northwestern launches adolescent mental health institute with $25 million donation
Northwestern University is set to establish the Institute for Adolescent Mental Health and Well-Being, thanks to a $25 million donation from an anonymous benefactor.
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New device monitors real-time breast milk intake using bioimpedance
A new device developed by an interdisciplinary team at Northwestern University aims to alleviate the challenge of determining how much milk a baby consumes during breastfeeding.