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Researchers discovered a previously unknown mechanism in roundworms that protects egg cells from division errors. The finding could lead to strategies for combatting infertility.

New slow-motion simulation shows RNA switching in three dimensions as it binds to a compound, communicates along its length and folds to turn a gene “on” or “off.”

Moderna announced Wednesday it would seek emergency authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine in children five and under. Our pediatric infectious disease expert answers some questions.
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Northwestern Medicine psychologists are using their body of evidence-based positive-emotions skills to help support Chicago’s frontline gun violence-prevention workers.

Northwestern Medicine and Google are collaborating on a project to bring fetal ultrasound to developing countries by combining AI (artificial intelligence), low-cost hand-held ultrasound devices and a smartphone.

Ian Kelly, Ambassador In Residence in the international studies program at Northwestern University is available to comment on Albright’s legacy.
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We don’t know when the next natural disaster, mass shooting or pandemic will occur. But twice a year, medical students at Northwestern University are trained in a two-week course on how to manage these events when they happen.

Just one dose of a new COVID-19 vaccine was enough to produce an immune response in animals on track with vaccines in use. With minor changes, the same platform may target other infectious diseases.

Now, a Northwestern University-led team has provided the basis for a technique to enhance the effects of an enzyme that breaks down polyester — the plastic used to make soda bottles and clothing.

The Match Day drama for graduating medical students from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine begins at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 18, when students will learn where they’ll get their residency training.