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Bear Necessities chosen as Northwestern University Dance Marathon’s 2026 primary beneficiary

June 18, 2025
Northwestern University Dance Marathon (NUDM) has announced Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation as its 2026 primary benefactor. The Chicago-based non-profit supports children battling cancer and their families with holistic, family-centered services that address the emotional, financial, psychosocial and educational challenges of a pediatric cancer diagnosis.
A more accurate fitness tracker for people with obesity

More accurate fitness tracking for people with obesity

June 16, 2025
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a new algorithm that enables smartwatches to more accurately monitor the calories burned by people with obesity during various physical activities.

Northwestern University celebrates 167th Commencement at the United Center

June 12, 2025
Northwestern University celebrated its 167th annual commencement on Sunday, June 15, at the United Center in Chicago. Actor and comedian Steve Carell delivered this year’s commencement address, blending humor with heartfelt advice. Carell reminded graduates that “kindness isn't a weakness—it is a very potent strength.”
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Symmetrical crystals can absorb light asymmetrically

June 12, 2025
Scientists previously thought only non-centrosymmetric materials could exhibit chiral behavior — a property in which an object acts differently from its mirror reflection. But, for the first time, researchers have found a centrosymmetric crystal can act “chiral” despite its symmetry.