Research. Education. Innovation.

Across a culture of respect and equity, we are solving the greatest challenges of our planet, with groundbreaking fundamental and applied research. Through innovative, research-linked experiential education, our students are empowered to be confident, entrepreneurial problem-solvers, with flexible skills for a vast set of careers.

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Scientific Discovery Around Every Corner

Navigating a New Political Landscape: Frequently Asked Questions

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Could biology hold the key to the future of computing? This Northeastern physicist is on a mission to find out

Paul Stevenson, assistant physics professor, is studying ``spin`` to see how it is naturally occurring, a process that up until recently was thought to only be something that scientist could engineer.

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What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?

Northeastern researchers, Laurel Gabard-Durnam and Zhenghan Qi, provide some context to the rising rate of autism diagnoses, pointing out that the rate is not as concerning as it may seem.

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What is a total lunar eclipse and how can you see the ‘Blood Worm Moon’? An astrophysicist explains

Northeastern assistant physics professor, Jacqueline McCleary, explains what an eclipse is and how to see that Blood Worm Moon this week.

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Shells of their former selves: How sea snails have adapted to invasive predators

Geoffrey Trussell, a professor at NU's Marine Science Center, has been studying the evolution of two species of sea snails off the coast of Maine since the 1990's. In short: the snails have grown thicker shells!

Squid are some of nature’s best camouflagers. Researchers have a new explanation for why

Research from Leila Deravi, associate professor of chemistry and chemical biology, has brought light to how squids use organs to help power their camouflage abilities.

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Patagonian ‘living rocks’ trace their origins to the beginning of life on Earth

Veronica Godoy-Carter, professor of Biology and Biochemistry, has sequenced the genome of a ``living hill`` or bacterial colony found in Patagonia.

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The ‘dark matter’ of nutrition: How AI and network science are transforming our understanding of food and health

Albert-László Barabási, physics professor, is advocating for a mass project combining AI, mass spectrometry and network medicine to map the chemical makeup of the foods we consume.

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03.24.25

Behavioral Neuroscience

Biology Colloquia Series: Thiago Monteiro Araujo dos Santos

134 Mugar

03.26.25

Physics

Physics Colloquium: "Assigning temperatures to eigenstates of isolated systems"

114 Dana Research Center

03.27.25

College of Science

Colloquium: "The Human Amygdala, Threat, and Anxiety: Translational Progress and Challenges"

360 Huntington Ave. West Village H - 110 Boston, MA 02115

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The College of Science Strategic Plan 2023-2028

From the springboard of present innovations, we envision the exciting, important next phase of the College of Science as a weave of six THREADS, each with multiple GOALS, connecting across the College, other Northeastern Colleges, and our Global University. Every part of our plan supports the university Academic Plan and the high-impact projection of Northeastern University.

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The College of Science 2023-2024 Annual Report

At Northeastern University and in the College of Science, we embrace collaboration. Within and across departments, across colleges, across our global university, we promote education and research that’s collaborative. In this year’s annual report, learn how College of Science members are working together to advance excellence in research, education, and innovation.

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Departments & Programs of Study

The College of Science’s broad-ranging programs in physical sciences, life sciences and mathematics are aimed at a deep understanding of emerging research and technology. Discover the degree programs available, learn about the faculty and research opportunities, and more!

58+ Majors
14+ Minors
10+ Masters
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Where will COS take you?

Our wide scope of Experiential Learning opportunities help our students discover their future path. Experiences include our signature Cooperative Education (co-op) program, vast Global Experience offerings, and civic outreach through our Service-Learning platform. Students work with advisors to tailor their education to meet specific learning and personal goals

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Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Research is the foundation of the scientific community. It will build your resume, help you forge connections, and give you a glimpse into potential careers. Take advantage of the head start by reviewing all your opportunities at COS. Think big, and get to work.

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The PlusOne Program

If you’re set on getting a master’s, you might as well start early. The PlusOne Program gives students the opportunity to pursue both undergraduate and graduate degrees successively, in a condensed period of time.

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Scholarships, Clubs, and Student Life

So much of the Northeastern COS experience takes place outside the classroom. Don’t miss out on the clubs, scholarships, and research opportunities all across campus.

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PreMed and PreHealth Program

Our PreMed and PreHealth Advising program offers personalized expertise to COS students pursuing careers in healthcare. This comprehensive program includes application guidance, workshops and presentations, course mapping and more.

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Leadership

The College of Science is guided by a team of leaders, pioneers, scientists, entrepreneurs, teachers, writers and researchers. They influence thinking, inspire ideas and create new innovation.

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Culture of Respect

We stand for a culture where each person is respected and valued, with action towards creating a community where everyone belongs.

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Research. Education. Innovation.

The College of Science Strategic Plan 2023-2028

The Good Power of Collaboration: 2023-2024 Annual Report

A New Kind of PhD Training

COS Faculty & Staff Intranet

INVEST: A New Junior Faculty Program

Faculty Research

Research. Education. Innovation.

Scientific Discovery Around Every Corner

Events

In the Media

The College of Science Strategic Plan 2023-2028

The College of Science 2023-2024 Annual Report

Departments & Programs of Study

What to Think About When You Get Here

Where will COS take you?

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

The PlusOne Program

Scholarships, Clubs, and Student Life

PreMed and PreHealth Program

Leadership

Culture of Respect

Alumni and Friends