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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.
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Supreme Court hears TikTok's appeal against federal ban
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on January 10 regarding TikTok's appeal against a federal law mandating its shutdown in the United States.
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Professors reflect on Jimmy Carter's legacy ahead of state funeral
In Evanston, Illinois, professors from various disciplines are reflecting on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter ahead of his state funeral in Washington D.C. on January 9.
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Bird flu expert warns US unprepared after first reported death
The first death in the United States attributed to bird flu has been reported in Louisiana, raising concerns about the potential spread of the virus and the country's preparedness to handle such an outbreak. Dr. Robert Murphy, a professor of...
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Nominations open for prestigious $250K prize in nanoscience
Northwestern University has opened nominations for the 2025 Kabiller Prize in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine, recognized as the largest monetary award in nanomedicine globally.
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Northwestern University researchers use waste product for innovative battery technology
A team at Northwestern University has made a breakthrough in battery technology by using an organic industrial waste product as a storage agent for sustainable energy solutions.
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Kirabo Jackson to discuss White House experience at Northwestern University
As the Biden Administration concludes, Northwestern University economist Kirabo Jackson, a former member of President Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), is set to discuss his experiences and insights from his time at the White House.
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Northwestern hosts events commemorating MLK's legacy focusing on housing segregation
Northwestern University will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr.