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Six UChicago scientists awarded Sloan Research Fellowships
Six scholars from the University of Chicago have been honored with Sloan Research Fellowships, a prestigious award recognizing early-career researchers with the potential to make significant contributions in their fields.
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University of Chicago researchers explore gut microbiome for disease treatment
Researchers at the University of Chicago are delving into the complex world of the gut microbiome, aiming to unlock its potential for treating diseases.
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University of Chicago opens submissions for 2025 Science as Art contest
The University of Chicago is inviting its community members to participate in the fourth annual Science as Art contest.
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UChicago scientists advance understanding of quantum sound through new research
University of Chicago researchers have made significant progress in the field of quantum sound by demonstrating high-fidelity entanglement between two acoustic wave resonators.
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UChicago professor John Reinitz remembered for pioneering systems biology
John Bertram Reinitz, a University of Chicago professor known for his contributions to developmental biology, passed away on January 23 at the age of 66.
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University of Chicago joins lawsuit against NIH cost reduction
President Paul Alivisatos of the University of Chicago addressed university employees regarding recent executive orders and federal policy changes.
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Seismic sensors reveal potential for continuous monitoring of Arctic sea ice
On Ellesmere Island in the Arctic, a seismic monitoring station has been offering new insights into climate change.
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Aurora supercomputer opens doors for global scientific research
Argonne National Laboratory has opened its Aurora exascale supercomputer to researchers worldwide.
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Economics professor Allen Sanderson leaves lasting impact on generations at UChicago
Allen Sanderson, a long-time economics professor at the University of Chicago, passed away on January 23 in Chicago after a brief illness.
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University of Chicago introduces new major focusing on climate and sustainable growth
The University of Chicago is set to introduce a new undergraduate major in climate and sustainable growth, with enrollment commencing in the fall of 2025.
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University mourns John P. 'Jack' Gould, former Chicago Booth dean
John P. "Jack" Gould, a distinguished economist and former dean of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, passed away on December 17 at the age of 85.
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University of Chicago celebrates a decade of advocating for free expression
The University of Chicago recently marked the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Principles, a framework emphasizing free expression and academic freedom in higher education.
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University celebrates 10 years of Chicago Principles on free expression
The University of Chicago recently hosted an event to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Principles, a set of guidelines promoting free expression and academic freedom.
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Court Theatre stages 'A Raisin in The Sun' near its original setting
The University of Chicago's Court Theatre is currently staging Lorraine Hansberry’s acclaimed play, "A Raisin in the Sun," just blocks away from its original setting on the South Side of Chicago.
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UChicago hosts daylong readings celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
The University of Chicago hosted a daylong event on January 21, 2025, featuring readings from the speeches and writings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Ruby Bridges calls for unity against racism at MLK commemoration
Ruby Bridges, the first Black student to integrate an all-white public school in New Orleans, addressed a gathering at Rockefeller Chapel on January 29.
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Scientists determine age of moon crystallization using Apollo mission samples
Scientists have made strides in understanding the moon's formation, pinpointing its crystallization to 4.43 billion years ago.
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UChicago celebrates Black History Month with diverse events honoring historical figures
The University of Chicago is hosting a series of events to celebrate Black History Month 2025, honoring the legacy of Georgiana Simpson and other Black scholars.
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Consumers brace for potential impact as Trump's proposed tariffs loom
As Donald Trump assumed the presidency, a significant shift in U.S. trade policy loomed, with consumers bracing for potential tariffs that could reach 50% on trade partners.
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Researchers find potential use of gemstones in quantum technology
The gemstone spinel, traditionally valued for its vibrant colors similar to rubies and sapphires, has emerged as a promising material for storing quantum information.