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The new COVID-19 variant identified in the United Kingdom is not predicted to change the efficacy of the vaccine
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Northwestern researchers have developed a new microscopy method that allows scientists to see the building blocks of “smart” materials being formed at the nanoscale.

A team of Northwestern University engineers is using ideas taken from paper-folding practices to create a sophisticated alternative to 3D printing.

By measuring calcium and strontium isotope abundances in fossils, researchers concluded the eruption of a large igneous province directly triggered ocean acidification.

Stellar flares are typically viewed as a detriment to habitability but study shows ‘life might still have a fighting chance.’ Flares also might aid in the detection life elsewhere.

New research from Northwestern University has found that by studying all three “flavors” involved in a supernova, they’ve unlocked more clues as to how and why stars die.

Northwestern University will commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a series of virtual MLK Dream Week events beginning with the Mariame Kaba’s keynote address at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13. Several events are free and open to the public, including the keynote.

Northwestern objects to the language used by police officers from the Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS) in emails and texts that recently were made public.

Wearable COVID monitoring system enters clinical trials for early diagnostics and tracking symptoms of the illness. Data from the trials will feed algorithms for early detection.

Data scientist runs hourly Georgia election forecasts for the upcoming U.S. Senate runoff. New model uses data from the betting market to make daily prediction updates.