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Aurora supercomputer opens doors for global scientific research

Argonne National Laboratory has opened its Aurora exascale supercomputer to researchers worldwide.


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NIH funding cap could reduce UIC's budget by $47 million

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a plan to limit indirect costs funding to 15% for all existing and new grants.


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Economics professor Allen Sanderson leaves lasting impact on generations at UChicago

Allen Sanderson, a long-time economics professor at the University of Chicago, passed away on January 23 in Chicago after a brief illness.


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University of Chicago introduces new major focusing on climate and sustainable growth

The University of Chicago is set to introduce a new undergraduate major in climate and sustainable growth, with enrollment commencing in the fall of 2025.


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New study identifies non-frontal brain regions linked with intended speech

Broca’s aphasia is a language disorder resulting from damage to the frontal lobe, leaving patients unable to articulate intended words.


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Experts critique DOJ lawsuit against Illinois sanctuary laws

Journalists are being encouraged to contact Northwestern University professors for insights on the Department of Justice's lawsuit against Illinois' sanctuary laws.


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University mourns John P. 'Jack' Gould, former Chicago Booth dean

John P. "Jack" Gould, a distinguished economist and former dean of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, passed away on December 17 at the age of 85.


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Experts discuss risks linked to Super Bowl ad promoting weight-loss drugs

The controversy surrounding Hims & Hers' upcoming Super Bowl advertisement for compounded weight-loss drugs highlights the complexities of weight management in the United States, according to obesity experts from Northwestern University.


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Study explores differences in heart regeneration between newborns and adults

New research from Northwestern Medicine reveals a significant difference in how the immune system repairs heart damage in newborns compared to adults.


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Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize announces five finalists for 2025 award

At an event held at the Anahuacalli Museum in Mexico City, the Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) announced its five finalists for the 2025 Americas Prize.


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Experts discuss risks associated with compounded weight-loss drugs

The upcoming Super Bowl ad by telehealth company Hims & Hers, promoting compounded weight-loss drugs, has sparked debate about the complexities of weight loss in the United States.


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Sue Ling Gin Center Director on: FFG CEO's 'generous support is igniting curiosity'

Aimee Davis, Senior Director of the Sue Ling Gin Center for Education at the Field Museum, said that Flying Food Group (FFG) CEO David Cotton’s donation is fostering curiosity and inspiring future scientists.


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DOJ files lawsuit against Chicago over sanctuary city policies

The Department of Justice has initiated legal proceedings against the city of Chicago, the state of Illinois, and Cook County, challenging their sanctuary city policies.


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Chicago-Kent professor joins Law and Society Association board

Chicago-Kent College of Law's Professor Christopher W. Schmidt has been elected to a three-year term on the Board of Trustees for the Law and Society Association.


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UIC seeks nominations for Faculty Advisory Committee

The Faculty Advisory Committee at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) plays a crucial role in facilitating communication between academic staff and university administration.


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Mantis shrimp inspire potential advances in protective material design

Researchers at Northwestern University have uncovered how mantis shrimp withstand the powerful shockwaves generated by their own strikes.


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University of Chicago celebrates a decade of advocating for free expression

The University of Chicago recently marked the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Principles, a framework emphasizing free expression and academic freedom in higher education.


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University celebrates 10 years of Chicago Principles on free expression

The University of Chicago recently hosted an event to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Principles, a set of guidelines promoting free expression and academic freedom.


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Court Theatre stages 'A Raisin in The Sun' near its original setting

The University of Chicago's Court Theatre is currently staging Lorraine Hansberry’s acclaimed play, "A Raisin in the Sun," just blocks away from its original setting on the South Side of Chicago.


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Drug shows potential for non-surgical treatment of groin hernias

By age 75, half of all men develop an inguinal hernia, a condition where soft tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles.