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Called DeepCOVID-XR, A.I. algorithm outperformed a team of specialized thoracic radiologists — spotting COVID-19 in X-rays about 10 times faster and 1-6% more accurately.

Biomedical researchers tend to study genes based on ease of experimentation rather than relevance to disease. COVID-19 does not appear to have changed that.

The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) has named Adrian Figg the inaugural recipient of the Weinberg Fellowship recipient for demonstrating outstanding talent and promise

Northwestern University researchers have developed a highly effective, environmentally friendly method for converting ammonia into hydrogen. Outlined in a recent publication in the journal Joule, the new technique is a major step forward for enabling a zero-pollution, hydrogen-fueled economy.

A new Phase 3 multi-site clinical research trial from Northwestern Medicine will test if high-intensity treadmill exercise is more effective in decreasing the signs of Parkinson's disease in individuals who have not initiated medication for Parkinson’s.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and COVID-19 cases are spiking again. Does that mean a Zoom turkey dinner is in your future? Yes, says Northwestern Medicine pulmonologist Dr. John Coleman.
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Now that two drug makers — Pfizer and Moderna — have reported highly effective results for their COVID-19 vaccines, some might start to wonder: Should a COVID-19 vaccine be mandated?

Performances will include a retelling of traditional Buddhist lore in “The Jataka Tales,” as well as the story of a father’s love for his daughter in “To the Moon and Back.” “90º North,” an original student piece, takes the audience on a journey that considers how rising temperatures affect a magical ice world. The season will end with a reprise of past Storytime musical episodes, with pieces from "Frozen," "Knuffle Bunny" and "James and the Giant Peach.”

Intergenerational justice will be the key theme driving the dialogue among more than two-dozen university presidents who will gather virtually Nov. 22-24 for the U7+ Alliance of World Universities Presidential Summit, hosted by Northwestern University.

As a Vatican II Catholic, President-elect Joe Biden brings to the role a perspective distinct from Catholic President John F. Kennedy that could inform the way he governs.
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