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Rising whooping cough cases prompt health officials' warning
Health officials have raised concerns as whooping cough, or pertussis, cases rise nationwide. Dr. Tina Tan, a pediatric infectious disease expert at Northwestern University and the newly appointed president of the Infectious Diseases Society of...
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Biden's apology addresses U.S. role in Indigenous boarding school abuses
President Joe Biden is set to deliver an apology in Arizona for the federal government's historical role in placing Indigenous children in boarding schools, where many faced abuse and nearly 1,000 died.
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Study finds Nigerians experiencing neurological impacts from long COVID
Nigerian patients are experiencing neurological symptoms associated with long COVID, according to a recent study.
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Study explores CBT-lucid dreaming combo for narcolepsy-related nightmares
A recent study by Northwestern Medicine has explored a novel approach to treating nightmares associated with narcolepsy. The research combined cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and lucid dreaming techniques in a small clinical trial, showing promising results.
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Study links early brain activity post-whiplash to chronic pain risk
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding chronic pain development following whiplash injuries. A recent study by Northwestern Medicine reveals that within one to three days of such an injury, it is possible to predict which patients are likely to develop chronic pain. This prediction is based on the interaction between two brain regions and the patient's anxiety levels post-injury.
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Medill report finds rise in U.S. local news deserts amid newspaper closures
The Medill State of Local News Report 2024, released today, reveals a troubling expansion of local news deserts in the United States. This year, 127 newspapers have closed, leaving nearly 55 million Americans with limited or no access to local news. Despite this trend, the report also highlights some positive developments: a net increase of over 80 stand-alone local digital news sites has been recorded in the past year.
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Northwestern University hosts concert addressing gun violence
Northwestern University's Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music will commence its fall season of choir concerts with an event addressing gun violence. "A Concert for Hope" is scheduled for Sunday, October 27 at Alice Millar Chapel in Evanston. The concert aims to provide a space to mourn victims and inspire hope for a safer future.
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Northwestern University hosts briefing on state of local news report
Professor Tim Franklin from Northwestern University will host a virtual briefing on October 23 to discuss the findings of the 2024 State of Local News report. The event, organized by the Medill Local News Initiative, will address the ongoing decline of local newspapers and the expansion of "news deserts" across America. These areas are characterized by limited or no access to reliable local news.
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RNA discovery offers new insights into autism and epilepsy
Researchers from Northwestern Medicine and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have identified a long non-coding RNA, CHASERR, which plays a crucial role in regulating protein production by the CHD2 gene. The absence of this RNA can lead to an overproduction of CHD2 protein, resulting in severe neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and epilepsy.
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Northwestern launches partnership to improve access to speech-language services
Northwestern University has initiated a community-based partnership aimed at improving access to speech and language services for preschool-aged children. The project, led by Marisha Speights from the Northwestern School of Communication, seeks to address racial inequities in current testing methods.
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Northwestern launches partnership for improved access to speech-language services
Northwestern University has initiated a community-based partnership aimed at addressing systemic barriers to speech and language services for preschool-aged children. This initiative, known as the Communication Justice Project, seeks to screen hundreds of children, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups in scientific research.
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Northwestern awards $133M in minority contracts for Ryan Field redevelopment
Northwestern University has announced that it has awarded $133 million in contracts to minority- and women-owned businesses as part of the Ryan Field redevelopment project. This was disclosed during a meeting with the Evanston M/W/D/EBE Development Committee, chaired by Alderman Bobby Burns.
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AI-based system forecasts terror threats; new reports released
Northwestern University is set to unveil new reports from the Northwestern Terror Early Warning System (NTEWS), a machine-learning platform designed to forecast potential terrorist activities. The release is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, at the Conference on AI & National Security in Evanston, Illinois.
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Northwestern hosts panel on U.S. politics amid tumultuous election season
From the first presidential debate issues to the late entry of a major party candidate and the reality of political violence, the 2024 presidential election season has been significant. To explore these developments, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law is hosting its annual panel titled "The Knox Conversations: America, 2024, and a Political Reckoning?" on Thursday, Oct. 17 at Thorne Auditorium in Chicago.
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MobilePoser app offers real-time motion capture using mobile devices
Northwestern University engineers have introduced a new system for full-body motion capture that operates without the need for specialized rooms or expensive equipment. Named MobilePoser, this innovative technology utilizes sensors already present in consumer mobile devices such as smartphones, smartwatches, and wireless earbuds.
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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.