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New drug target found for COVID-19
March 19, 2020
A new potential drug target has been identified in SARS CoV-2 -- the virus that causes COVID-19 -- by scientists who say multiple drugs will likely be needed to respond to the pandemic.
Religious studies expert available on church's decision to cancel mass, limit funerals in response to COVID-19
March 19, 2020
The Catholic Church’s response to COVID-19 includes canceling mass and limiting funerals to prevent the spread of the virus.
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Narrative psychologist breaks down President Trump's "strange" response to COVID-19
March 18, 2020
Psychologist Dan P. McAdams, author of “The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump: A Psychological Reckoning," on President Trump's behavior and response in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.
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Julie Payne-Kirchmeier named vice president for Student Affairs
March 18, 2020
Julie Payne-Kirchmeier has been appointed vice president for Student Affairs at Northwestern University, President Morton Schapiro announced today following a nationwide search.
‘Time for the Democratic party to put Biden front and center as the nominee,’ Northwestern professor says
March 18, 2020
Time for the Democratic party to put Biden front and center as the nominee
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Expert tips on how to disinfect your home
March 18, 2020
Erica Hartmann, expert on how microbial communities respond to human-made chemicals, can discuss how to smartly and safely disinfect your home and what areas to target.
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Social isolation and guns are not a good mix
March 17, 2020
News outlets are reporting sharp increases in gun purchases amid the coronavirus outbreak. Sociologist Maryann Mason can speak about the dangers of gun ownership when combined with social isolation.
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Northwestern experts available on Trump’s cash plan, remote work and other economic concerns
March 17, 2020
Northwestern University professors in the Kellogg School of Management are available to comment on a range of issues related to the economy, remote work and leadership during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis
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Food insecurity and food handling during pandemic
March 16, 2020
Two Northwestern University experts are available to discuss concerns about a potential food supply shortage related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Teaching in the time of COVID-19
March 16, 2020
Social distancing has made classroom education a challenge, and perhaps even more so for programs in theater and music performance. Northwestern University faculty are employing technology to bridge the physical divide and deliver instruction and performance feedback online.
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