News from December 2024
Energy-saving fluid dynamics research receives DOE funding
By Southland Marquee | Dec 5, 2024
Illinois Institute of Technology's Assistant Professor Scott T. M. Dawson has secured funding from the United States Department of Energy Early Career Research Program for his project on mathematical methods in fluid dynamics.
Study explores food as medicine approach to combat rising gestational diabetes
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 5, 2024
The incidence of gestational diabetes among pregnant individuals in the United States has been increasing, contributing to the maternal mortality crisis.
Norridge man faces felony charges in child pornography case
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 5, 2024
A Norridge resident, Richard Corcino, 47, is facing serious charges related to child pornography following an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff's Police Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit.
Chicago historian Shermann Thomas to speak at Northwestern MLK commemoration
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 5, 2024
Shermann Thomas, a self-taught historian and cultural worker from Chicago, will be the keynote speaker at Northwestern University's 2025 Martin Luther King Jr.
Nobel laureate James A. Robinson reflects on research impact ahead of award ceremony
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 5, 2024
About two decades before joining the University of Chicago, Professor James A. Robinson was a young researcher exploring global prosperity creation.
Chicago hosts second annual high-tech chi event focused on computer science education
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 7, 2024
The City of Chicago's Department of Family and Support Services is hosting the second annual High-Tech CHI event this week.
Blackhawks recall Korchinski and Commesso after placing Mrazek on injured reserve
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 8, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that goaltender Petr Mrazek has been placed on injured reserve due to a left groin injury.
Study reveals how 'Conan the Bacterium' withstands extreme radiation
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 9, 2024
Deinococcus radiodurans, often referred to as "Conan the Bacterium," is renowned for its remarkable ability to endure extreme radiation levels.
UChicago students create app addressing South Side flooding issues
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 9, 2024
Sitting between two water reclamation sites, Chatham in Chicago's South Side is prone to significant flooding.
Northwestern professors offer insights on Assad regime collapse
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 9, 2024
For journalists reporting on the recent developments in Syria, Northwestern University professors Shayna Silverstein and Wendy Pearlman are offering their insights.
UChicago professor and alum receive Nobel Prizes for economics and chemistry
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 10, 2024
Two individuals from the University of Chicago community have been honored with Nobel Prizes in a ceremony held on December 10 in Stockholm, Sweden.
Hope Chicago celebrates achievements of over 150 parent scholars
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 10, 2024
On December 7, Kennedy-King College hosted the "Holiday Hope Day" event organized by Hope Chicago.
UChicago students gain insights at COP29 climate conference
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 10, 2024
More than 25 students from the University of Chicago recently participated in the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Study reveals transfer delays risk lives in Illinois
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 10, 2024
Illinois hospitals face challenges in transferring critically injured patients to trauma centers, often leading to delays that can result in preventable deaths.
Northwestern physicists enhance atom interferometer sensitivity for dark matter detection
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 11, 2024
Northwestern University physicists have developed a new tool that significantly enhances the sensitivity of atom interferometers, instruments used to measure extremely small forces.
Five black tree monitor lizards born at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
Chicago, December 12, 2024 – Lincoln Park Zoo has announced the hatching of five black tree monitor lizards between October 27 and November 2.
Greencorps celebrates 30 years with graduation ceremony for new trainees
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
Today in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) celebrated the graduation of 39 participants from Greencorps Chicago.
University partners with IBM for National Quantum Algorithm Center in Chicago
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
The University of Chicago is set to collaborate with IBM and the state of Illinois on a new initiative to establish the National Quantum Algorithm Center in Chicago.
UChicago course explores human impact on environment through sensory engagement
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
On a warm November day, University of Chicago students took to Jackson Park in Chicago, engaging their senses beyond the classroom.
Indira Gunda Saladi joins board at Illinois Institute Of Technology
By Southland Marquee | Dec 12, 2024
Indira Gunda Saladi, founder and president of Orchard, Inc., has been appointed to the Board of Trustees at the Illinois Institute of Technology.