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Food allergy concerns rise during holiday season; experts offer guidance
By Southland Marquee | Dec 18, 2024
Food allergies are a significant concern for nearly one in ten Americans, particularly during the holiday season when food is central to celebrations.
Study links ancient volcanoes to ocean extinction event
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
Researchers have analyzed prehistoric rocks from Mount Ashibetsu in Japan, refining the timeline of Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a), a significant environmental disruption that led to ocean oxygen depletion and extinction, particularly among plankton.
UIC outlines holiday operations schedule
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services at the University of Illinois Chicago will maintain operations during the holiday season, though some departments will have reduced staffing.
Illinois Tech team wins top prize for smart helmet project at SAS Hackathon
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
A team from the Illinois Institute of Technology has won the top prize at the SAS Institute’s annual SAS Hackathon.
Infants can learn from nonlinguistic signals as early as six months old
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
A recent study conducted by developmental scientists at Northwestern University has revealed new insights into infants' ability to learn from nonlinguistic signals.
Holiday schedule and gift days for December 2024/January 2025 announced
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
Important information regarding the December 2024 and January 2025 holiday schedule and gift days has been released.
Sneakers To Scrubs' guides kids towards medical careers beyond sports dreams
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
As a teenager, Jameel Alausa enjoyed playing basketball for the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.
Northwestern launches tech policy center with $1 million Kapor Foundation gift
By Southland Marquee | Dec 17, 2024
Northwestern University's School of Education and Social Policy has received a $1 million donation from the Kapor Foundation to establish the Center for Technology, Policy, and Opportunity.
UChicago alumna Mónica Ruiz House awarded 2025 Marshall Scholarship
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
Mónica Ruiz House, a University of Chicago alumna, has been named a 2025 Marshall Scholar.
Heart attacks rise during winter holidays due to cold weather and stress
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
Heart attack and stroke rates tend to increase during the last two weeks of December, according to Dr. Patricia Vassallo, a cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine.
UIC starts construction on Grenshaw Street Parking Structure in January
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has approved a plan for the construction of the Grenshaw Street Parking Structure at UIC.
Indigenous perspectives showcased in 'Woven Being' art exhibit at The Block Museum
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
The Block Museum of Art in Evanston, Illinois, is set to host a major exhibition titled "Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland" from January 25 to July 13, 2025.
Study reveals how metformin lowers blood sugar by targeting mitochondria
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
A recent study by Northwestern Medicine has uncovered new insights into how metformin, a widely used Type 2 diabetes medication, lowers blood sugar levels.
Illinois Tech joins major astronomy collaborations through LSST Discovery Alliance
By Southland Marquee | Dec 16, 2024
By joining the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Discovery Alliance in spring 2024, Illinois Institute of Technology's astronomy program has advanced significantly.
Study finds breathing coordinates brain rhythms for memory consolidation
By Southland Marquee | Dec 15, 2024
Breathing during sleep plays a crucial role in coordinating brain waves linked to memory consolidation, according to a study by Northwestern Medicine.
Experts explore impacts of building electrification on environment
By Southland Marquee | Dec 13, 2024
As the world moves towards a greener future, buildings have become central to the energy transition.
Building electrification explored: impacts on environment and public acceptance
By Southland Marquee | Dec 13, 2024
As the shift from fossil fuels to greener energy gains momentum, buildings have become a key focus in the energy transition.
South Korea faces turmoil after President Yoon's martial law declaration
By Southland Marquee | Dec 13, 2024
In South Korea, the political landscape is marked by uncertainty following President Yoon Suk Yeol's recent declaration of martial law on December 3.
AI tool analyzes placentas for faster detection of health issues
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 13, 2024
A new tool utilizing computer vision and artificial intelligence aims to improve neonatal and maternal care by rapidly evaluating placentas at birth.
UIC celebrates graduates' success; sets ambitious goals for future
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) celebrated the achievements of its students and the progress made in 2024.