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Astronomer Priscilla Frisch dies at 81; pioneered heliosphere research

Priscilla Diane Chapman Frisch, a renowned researcher in the fields of heliosphere and local interstellar medium, passed away on April 2 at her Hyde Park home.


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W. Fillmore St. sidewalk closed for water line installation

The sidewalk on W. Fillmore St., situated north of the Wood Street Parking Structure, will be inaccessible to pedestrians from 6 a.m. on Monday, July 7, until 3 p.m. on Friday, July 18.


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Study explores reasons behind Mars' transformation into a desert

A new study led by Edwin Kite, a planetary scientist from the University of Chicago, offers a fresh perspective on why Mars has transformed into a desert over time.


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Chicago-Kent alum Bob Reiter discusses impact of union support

Bob Reiter, an alumnus of Chicago-Kent College of Law, attributes his educational opportunities to his father's union membership.


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UIC reaffirms commitment to a drug-free campus environment

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is reiterating its commitment to a drug-free environment for both students and employees.


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UIC warns against phishing scam targeting students

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has issued a warning about a phishing scam targeting its community.


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Four UChicago students awarded prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

University of Chicago students Connor Blake, Prithi Srinivasan, Melody Tang, and Leon Lee Zhou have been awarded the Barry Goldwater Scholarships for 2025.


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Northwestern experts discuss implications of Trump's new budget bill

Senate Republicans, with Vice President Vance casting a tie-breaking vote, have passed President Trump's budget bill.


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Rubin Observatory releases first images; begins mission capturing entire night sky

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has begun to make its mark on the field of astronomy with the release of its first images following the achievement of "first light."


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NIST workshop addresses gaps in human-centered cybersecurity

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently hosted a workshop focusing on human-centered cybersecurity, as detailed in a new report.



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Giant Magellan Telescope advances toward completion with new design phase

The Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), a significant ground-based telescope under construction in Chile's Atacama Desert, has reached an important milestone.


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Navy Pier announces Independence Week events including fireworks and live music

Navy Pier in Chicago is set to host a variety of events during Independence Week, offering free programming from July 2nd through 6th.


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Email marketing strategies focus of upcoming Circles of Excellence event

The upcoming Circles of Excellence event, scheduled for August 7, will focus on enhancing email marketing response rates and gaining a deeper understanding of target audiences.


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Supreme Court upholds ACA's preventive care provision in 6-3 ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a significant component of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), maintaining the requirement for insurance companies to cover preventive services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.


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UChicago hosts Nobel laureates to discuss strategies against nuclear threats

On July 14-16, the University of Chicago will host a significant event focusing on nuclear threat prevention.


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University of Chicago team recreates George Washington Carver's blue pigment

In a collaboration at the University of Chicago, chemistry students and artist Amanda Williams have successfully recreated a blue pigment patented by George Washington Carver in 1927.


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James Kaduk named AAAS fellow for contributions to crystallography

Amid the steady hum of machines in his laboratory at Robert A. Pritzker Science Center, Illinois Tech Research Professor of Chemistry James Kaduk is often found working alone, analyzing new materials.


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Lionel Allen named interim vice chancellor for equity at UIC

Lionel Allen, EdD, has been appointed as the interim vice chancellor for equity and diversity at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), effective July 1.


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UChicago lab advances sustainable battery technologies through AI-driven research

As the demand for diverse energy sources grows, the need for efficient energy storage systems becomes crucial.