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Hening Lin, a prominent chemical biologist, has joined the University of Chicago to advance research that bridges basic scientific discoveries with clinical applications.

Block Museum announces new exhibitions for fall 2025 through spring 2026

The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University has announced a series of exhibitions for the 2025-26 season, emphasizing its commitment to interdisciplinary research and student engagement.

UIC's Tom Wamsley appointed as senior VP for advancement at Virginia Tech

Tom Wamsley, vice chancellor for advancement at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and senior vice president of the University of Illinois Foundation, has been appointed as the next senior vice president for advancement at Virginia Tech.

California's post-pandemic life expectancy remains below pre-COVID levels

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, countries experienced increased mortality rates.

My Block brings teens downtown for exploration event

On July 19, My Block, My Hood, My City (MBMHMC) will host Downtown Day in Chicago.

University of Chicago professor receives NASA grant for lunar base technology

By Southland Marquee | Jul 11, 2025

NASA has awarded a grant to Assistant Professor Shuolong Yang from the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering.

Northwestern Medicine study questions link between contact sports and brain disease

By Southland Marquee | Jul 11, 2025

CHICAGO — A recent study by Northwestern Medicine has raised questions about the relationship between contact sports and brain diseases such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

Undergraduate students engage in AI research at Illinois Tech

By Southland Marquee | Jul 10, 2025

Illinois Tech is hosting a group of 10 undergraduate students from various universities this summer for a research program focused on data and computational mathematics.

University of Chicago expands financial education with new master's programs

By Southland Marquee | Jul 9, 2025

After earning a bachelor's degree in mathematics and economics, Isabel Krogh enrolled in the University of Chicago's MS in Financial Mathematics program.

Racial income gaps affect early infant feeding guidelines adherence

By Southland Marquee | Jul 9, 2025

Introducing peanut-containing foods to infants can significantly reduce the risk of developing peanut allergies later in childhood.

Economist Pablo Peña explains human capital theory through new book

By Southland Marquee | Jul 9, 2025

Twenty years ago, Pablo Peña found himself captivated by a course on human capital theory taught by Nobel laureate Prof.

Student applications open soon for academic year 2025-26 parking assignments

Applications for student parking assignments for the 2025-26 academic year will open on July 14.

Study identifies top skincare ingredients according to national review

From drugstore shelves to social media trends, consumers face a plethora of skincare products, making it challenging to discern what truly works.

Measles cases surge amid summer travel concerns

The number of measles cases in the United States has reached its highest level in 33 years, with outbreaks expected to persist due to national and international travel.

Northwestern opens nominations for $350K Nemmers Prize in Medical Science

Northwestern University is currently accepting nominations for the Mechthild Esser Nemmers Prize in Medical Science, valued at $350,000.

Food giants plan shift from artificial to natural dyes by end of 2027

Major food manufacturers are moving away from artificial dyes in their products.

UIC Human Resources offers free professional development webinars in July

By Southland Marquee | Jul 7, 2025

UIC Human Resources is offering a series of webinars and virtual workshops throughout July, aimed at enhancing professional development for UIC employees.

Holocaust survivor Edward Anders leaves legacy in cosmochemistry

By Southland Marquee | Jul 7, 2025

Edward Anders, a Holocaust survivor and prominent figure in the field of cosmochemistry, passed away on June 1 at the age of 98.