Building the good power of science
Empowering Science education at every level, for everyone. Innovating in high-impact research that is solving crucial global challenges. A college where everyone belongs. At the College of Science, we’re building the good power of science—immeasurable, with limitless potential to promote the brightest futures.
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The College of Science delivers a rigorous, experience-driven education, producing graduates who innovate, push boundaries and are uniquely poised to pursue their professional goals.
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Welcome from Dean Hazel Sive, PhD
Dr. Hazel Sive became Dean of the College of Science, and Professor of Biology at Northeastern University in June 2020. For twenty-eight years prior, she was Professor of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Member of the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research. She is a research pioneer, award-winning educator and entrepreneur in the higher education space.
Our Path Forward
Our Strategic Plan envisions the future of the College of Science through six connected threads, each with multiple exciting and feasible goals, that form a rich weave across the College, other Northeastern Colleges, and our Global University.
Build a diverse college where everyone belongs
- Recruit a brilliant and diverse College of Science community
- Cultivate a culture of respect and inclusion for every College of Science member
- Promote a strong, supported, collaborative College of Science community
Empower education across learning communities
- Implement powerful, consistent, experiential science education at every level, for everyone, everywhere
- Devise top-quality MS programs that educate with crucial skills
- Increase undergraduate research opportunities
- Cultivate an entrepreneurial ethos
- Open science to everyone!
Shift the PhD Paradigm
- Recruit a diverse, inclusive PhD community
- Build support and skills through the cross-college Connected Science Community PhD
- Build flexible, cross-disciplinary Combined PhD Programs
- Promote PhD Trainee success through clear expectations, robust mentoring, and strong, equitable support
- Incorporate campus network sites and global partners into College of Science PhD training
Connect solutions to crucial research challenges
- Develop strategic areas in fundamental and applied research
- Build unique research in the network and with global partners
- Promote research funding and award success
- Build a leading science postdoctoral training program
- Build a landscape of entrepreneurship and innovation
Promote a successful faculty
- Build a supportive, collaborative faculty community
- Invest in brilliant and diverse faculty to meet research goals and teaching needs
- Mentor faculty for success across every position and level
- Promote transparency in faculty expectations and obligations
Construct a framework for growth
- Increase and diversify revenue streams
- Invest in a diverse, talented, supported staff
- Develop an effective, equitable workplace community across the global network
- Innovate in space and facilities to support world-class education and research
- Organize effective communications that share information and celebrate accomplishments
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Student Spotlight
Siima Kiriziya Machayo ‘26, BS Behavioral Neuroscience
What inspired you to pursue your current field of study/research? My inspiration for pursuing behavioral neuroscience is rooted in my fascination with how the brain influences every aspect of people’s lives and how this knowledge can be applied to improve human health. My middle name, my grandmother’s maiden name, is a meaningful way to honor […] -
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Naomi Rajput ‘26, BS Behavioral Neuroscience
What inspired you to pursue your current field of study/research? My first co-op resulted in me pursuing my venture – Eden. Working as a front office administrator, I saw pain points on administrative workflows that affected physicians, admins, and patients alike. This resulted in me exploring current solutions in the space and after realizing that […] -
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Donte Lewis ‘26, BS Cell and Molecular Biology
What inspired you to pursue your current field of study/research? My passion for science ignited in high school when I was exposed to cancer research at the Ellison Institute of Medicine where I was a summer research intern. I then pursued an internship at the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) due to my interest […] -
Events
Building an ecosystem of excellence at the NOBCChE Collaborative Conference
National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers Collaborative Conference will be held at Northeastern and MIT on June 26-28. -
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Are sunscreens toxic? Here is what you need to know to protect yourself from skin cancer
The sun is out, which means it’s time to protect your skin but is sunscreen toxic? Leila Deravi, associate professor of chemistry and chemical biology, helps answer some questions. -
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How to prevent tick bites: 5 expert tips for summer safety
Worried about ticks this summer? Kim Lewis, professor of biology, has some tips and tricks on how to prevent tick bites! -
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Richard Porter retires after 50 years of advancing math, mentoring generations at Northeastern
Richard Porter, professor of mathematics, is retiring after 50 years at Northeastern! -
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Is Iran’s nuclear program producing energy or developing weapons? A Northeastern expert explains the science of nuclear power
Pran Nath, Matthews Distinguished University Professor of physics, helps explain the difference between a nuclear program designed for civilian purposes and one used for military purposes. -
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Northeastern researchers identify proteins receptive to treating ovarian cancer
Bryan Spring, associate professor of physics, along with colleagues has identified two proteins abundant on drug-resistant ovarian cancer cells that become receptive to chemotherapy when treated with light.