News from April 2025
New genetic insights into Parkinson's disease risk and treatment possibilities
By Southland Marquee | Apr 10, 2025
On April 10, Northwestern Medicine published a new study in the journal Science that explored the genetic factors influencing Parkinson's disease.
UIC addresses immigration, research, financial challenges amidst national policy changes
By Southland Marquee | Apr 10, 2025
The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is addressing several pressing issues affecting its campus, involving immigration status changes, research funding challenges, and financial planning.
UIC chooses Canvas as new learning management system amid Blackboard phase-out
By Southland Marquee | Apr 10, 2025
Earlier this year, the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) began exploring options for a new learning management system as the institution prepares to transition away from Anthology’s Blackboard Original platform, which is being phased out.
Chicago Blackhawks assign Ethan Del Mastro to Rockford IceHogs
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that defenseman Ethan Del Mastro has been assigned to the Rockford IceHogs, the team's American Hockey League affiliate.
UChicago research highlights texture's role in enhancing battery performance
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
University of Chicago researchers are focusing on a previously overlooked factor to enhance battery performance – the texture of metals used.
Supreme Court orders Trump administration to return wrongfully deported Maryland man
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court has supported a federal judge's order from Maryland, which requires the Trump administration to return Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia to the United States.
Northwestern scholars record atomic level catalysis in real time
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
Researchers from Northwestern University and international collaborators achieved a groundbreaking feat by observing catalysis at the atomic level in real time.
Habilitative Systems unveils new $1.25M headquarters in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
Habilitative Systems, Inc. recently marked the reopening of its headquarters in Chicago's Austin neighborhood, following a significant renovation project amounting to $1.25 million.
Sonia Chand champions autism advocacy at Autism Speaks Empower Summit
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
Sonia Chand has faced numerous challenges on her journey through the autism spectrum.
Daley College celebrates 65th anniversary with community partners
By Southland Marquee | Apr 11, 2025
Richard J. Daley College marked its 65th anniversary on Thursday, April 10, 2025, with an event attended by students, faculty, staff, community partners, and elected officials.
Blackhawks sign Aidan Thompson to two-year contract
By Southland Marquee | Apr 12, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have reached an agreement with Aidan Thompson on a two-year entry-level contract.
Ryan Greene signs three-year deal with Chicago Blackhawks
By Southland Marquee | Apr 13, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have finalized an agreement with forward Ryan Greene on a three-year entry-level contract.
Prominent opera director Yuval Sharon to give Berlin Family Lectures
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
Yuval Sharon, a prominent figure in the opera world, is set to deliver the Berlin Family Lectures at the University of Chicago on May 6, 13, and 20.
Medical student and his AI tool compete for major funding in national contest
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
Tyler Smith, a third-year medical student, has been selected as a finalist in InnoFest, a national competition organized by the American Medical Student Association (AMSA).
Chicagoland Chamber's Exchange event unites 750+ business leaders at Soldier Field
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce recently hosted their annual networking event, known as "The Exchange," inside the historic columns of Soldier Field.
Illinois Tech students visit industry leaders during spring break
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
During their spring break from March 17 to March 24, 2025, a group of 88 students from Illinois Tech visited eight companies across the Chicago metropolitan area.
Illinois Tech's Chun Liu named SIAM fellow for 2025
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
Chun Liu, a distinguished professor and chair of the Department of Applied Mathematics at Illinois Tech, has been named a fellow of the Society of Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) for 2025.
Government Alliance for Safe Communities launches $20 million community violence initiative
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
The Government Alliance for Safe Communities (GASC) has launched a $20 million grant initiative to support Community Violence Intervention work in the greater Chicago area, reinforcing its commitment to enhance community safety.
Studies provide hope with new ulcerative colitis treatments
By Southland Marquee | Apr 14, 2025
Ulcerative colitis affects hundreds of thousands of Americans with not all patients responding to current treatments.
Study identifies inefficiencies in water splitting for sustainable energy solutions
By Southland Marquee | Apr 15, 2025
As the quest for sustainable energy continues, researchers at Northwestern University have uncovered a significant factor contributing to the inefficiency of water splitting.