News from November 2025
Endangered African penguin chick hatches at Lincoln Park Zoo
By T. S. Murray | Nov 6, 2025
A new African penguin chick has hatched at Lincoln Park Zoo, the institution announced on November 6, 2025.
Renowned astrophysicist Pieter van Dokkum appointed professor at Northwestern
By H. C. Rivera | Nov 6, 2025
Astrophysicist Pieter van Dokkum will join Northwestern University as the Kimberly Querrey Professor of Astrophysics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences.
Six strategies proposed for improving doctors’ bedside manner amid changing healthcare practices
By T. D. Mcguire | Nov 7, 2025
Doctors are spending less time at the bedside with patients, a trend that has led to diagnostic errors, poorer outcomes, and increased costs in health care.
Chicago Quantum Exchange launches guide on legal issues for emerging quantum sector
By T. D. Mcguire | Nov 7, 2025
The Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) and law firm Barnes & Thornburg LLP have released the Quantum Law Navigator, a report designed to clarify the legal landscape surrounding quantum technologies.
Estonian president discusses digital democracy and UChicago’s influence during campus visit
By H. C. Rivera | Nov 7, 2025
Estonian President Alar Karis visited the University of Chicago on October 27 to discuss his country's approach to innovation and digital democracy.
Chicago leaders criticize ICE tactics and urge unity across city
By D. S. Street | Nov 10, 2025
More than 30 leaders from Chicago's business, civic, faith, higher education, and philanthropic sectors gathered on Friday, November 7, to publicly oppose tactics used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across the city's neighborhoods.
Northwestern Medicine researchers develop new genetic test for predicting arrhythmia risk
By R. L. Prince | Nov 10, 2025
In a recent study from Northwestern Medicine, researchers have developed a new genetic risk score that more accurately predicts the likelihood of developing arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat associated with conditions such as atrial fibrillation...
UChicago partners with IonQ on major initiative advancing quantum research
By T. D. Mcguire | Nov 10, 2025
The University of Chicago has announced a partnership with IonQ, a global quantum technology company, to advance research and innovation in quantum science and engineering.
Wendy Freedman awarded Benjamin Franklin Medal in Physics by Franklin Institute
By H. C. Rivera | Nov 11, 2025
The Franklin Institute has announced that University of Chicago Professor Wendy Freedman will receive the 2026 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Physics.
Chicago Quantum Summit stresses collaboration as key to advancing global quantum technology
By T. D. Mcguire | Nov 11, 2025
About 950 participants from around the world attended the Chicago Quantum Summit, held in downtown Chicago and online from November 3-4.
Chicago Blackhawks announce partnership with GOVX for Hero Salute program
By R. S. Peck | Nov 11, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have entered into a multi-year partnership with GOVX, an eCommerce platform and membership program that offers savings to military personnel and first responders.
Chicago Blackhawks recall Landon Slaggert from Rockford IceHogs
By M. G. Lima | Nov 12, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Landon Slaggert from the Rockford IceHogs, their American Hockey League affiliate.
Mayor Johnson launches Shop Local campaign ahead of holiday shopping season
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 13, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have launched the Shop Local Chicago: Neighborhood Pride campaign.
Morgan Street roadwork underway between Roosevelt Road and West 14th Street
By H. C. Rivera | Nov 13, 2025
Morgan Street is undergoing resurfacing work between Roosevelt Road and West 14th Street, according to the City of Chicago Department of Transportation.
Mayor Brandon Johnson joins homelessness walk and supports food pantries amid federal cuts
By E. E. Morton | Nov 13, 2025
This weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in several community events and activities across the city.
Mayor Johnson urges UN action over immigration raids and SNAP cuts affecting Chicago
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 13, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss the impact of federal immigration enforcement and food assistance cuts on Chicago residents.
Alexander S. Pissios Family Foundation partners with Gateway to Learning on disability employment
By D. S. Street | Nov 13, 2025
The Alexander S. Pissios Family Foundation has entered into a partnership with Gateway to Learning (GTL), an organization that supports adults with neurodiversity and intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in finding meaningful employment.
Illinois Tech finance students reach semifinals in international portfolio competition
By Southland Marquee | Nov 13, 2025
A team of graduate finance students from Illinois Institute of Technology reached the semifinals of the McGill International Portfolio Challenge (MIPC), an annual global competition focused on buy-side finance.
University of Chicago researchers develop computer model advancing molecular qubit design
By H. C. Rivera | Nov 13, 2025
Researchers have developed a new computer modeling method that allows for more accurate prediction and tuning of key magnetic properties in molecular qubits, a significant component in quantum technology.