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Initiative to provide Northwestern community members an easier way to purchase from local and diverse small vendors

December 3, 2024

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New funding could make whole-eye transplants a reality

December 2, 2024

Vision-restoring project receives up to $56 million to fast-track development

Project kicks off to replace Allen Center on north campus

December 2, 2024

Other construction updates include Cohen Lawn, Jacobs Center and new Ryan Field

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Historian Dilla Thomas to headline MLK celebration

December 5, 2024

Keynote talk is set for Tuesday, Jan. 21 in Galvin Hall

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Flying with food allergies: ‘A game of roulette’ at 30,000 feet

December 5, 2024

Shaking sensor continuously monitors inflammation

December 5, 2024

The secret to our big brains might be in our gut

December 4, 2024

Sky survey classifies more than 10,000 supernovae

December 4, 2024

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December 3, 2024

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December 3, 2024

$13.7 million award to advance early intervention for toddlers with developmental disabilities

December 3, 2024

Outraged? Think twice before you hit the share button

December 1, 2024

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Breakfast food with 'good cholesterol' could lower heart disease and stroke risk

Dec 11, 2024 – The Mirror

Behind UnitedHealth exec's accused killer, a possible history of back pain emerges

Dec 10, 2024 – Reuters

Behind UnitedHealth Exec's Accused Killer, a Possible History of Back Pain Emerges

Dec 10, 2024 – U.S. News

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How doctors can improve their bedside manner

November 25, 2024

Northwestern launches a new center to help physicians balance traditional talk and touch with tech

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Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine has launched a new Center for Bedside Medicine, which will aim to revitalize patient interactions by combining traditional elements of the bedside interaction with cutting-edge technology. Dr. Brian Garibaldi, talking with a patient at Northwestern Medicine, is the center’s inaugural director. Photos by Laura Brown

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Science curriculum for Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Curriculum uses everyday items to help kids and teens learn STEM

October 24, 2024

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Health & Science

What Makes a SuperAger?

Northwestern researchers study brains to understand memory, aging and the human spirit.

Putting Seth Meyers to the Test

President Schill gives Late Night With Seth Meyers host a rapid-fire quiz.

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The Incredible Greta Lee

The actor’s Northwestern years prepared her for the reality of Hollywood.

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