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Psychology
Mindfulness meditation can help cure the teen mental health crisis, research shows
In a paper published in Nature Mental Health, Northeastern psychology professor Susan Whitfield-Gabrieli advises policy makers to consider turning to the low-cost, readily available practice of mindfulness meditation to change brain activity associated with mental illness.
November 13, 2023
College of Science
Northeastern students build space for sustainability-minded entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship is not in short supply at Northeastern — just take a look at the number of organizations in the Mosaic umbrella. But the university has recently been recognized for its new focus on social entrepreneurship.
November 08, 2023
Groundbreaking blood test for rheumatoid arthritis treatment is ‘first step towards a better future’ for patients
Seven years ago, Northeastern graduate Susan Dina Ghiassian was the first employee of Scipher Medicine Corp., a precision medicine company co-founded by Northeastern professor Albert-László Barabási.
November 07, 2023
Northeastern co-op is a teacher, mentor, big sister and friend to 25 young women in a Cambodian dormitory
Cecile Doherty grew up in a typical Boston suburb and considers herself adventurous. So two things were very important to her when considering colleges.
November 06, 2023
Mathematics
In this math seminar, the magician reveals his secrets
In Math, Magic, Games & Puzzles, longtime Northeastern mathematics professor Stanley Eigen uncovers the numerical principles behind popular card tricks — and helps his honors students teach them to kids.
November 02, 2023
Do ‘brain training’ apps work? Northeastern scientists will test unique interventions for adolescents with ADHD
Search for a “brain training” application on your smartphone or computer and you will get dozens of suggestions. They all claim to improve memory, attention, problem-solving or other cognitive skills via playing games.
November 02, 2023
College of Science, Mathematics, Psychology
First-year students explore the College of Science Student Organization Fair!
On October 18, first year College of Science students attended the College of Science Organization Fair!
October 30, 2023
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Psychoactive pumpkin spice? This fall staple is spookier than it seems
Your pumpkin spice latte may be spookier than you think!
October 26, 2023
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Northeastern student’s experience in researching the hidden role of food additives
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed every October, aims to support individuals aected by breast cancer, enhance understanding of risk factors, encourage regular screening, and fundraise for research.
October 23, 2023
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Discovery in electrochemistry has potential to advance early cancer detection, production of sustainable chemicals
A recent discovery has the potential to advance both the early detection of cancer and the sustainable production of chemicals such as ethanol, which is widely used as a mixture in gasoline.
October 13, 2023
Why do robots need to use whips? Researchers test the extremes of human motor control to advance robotics
On any given day, Richards Hall on Northeastern University’s Boston campus is filled with the sound of students’ shuffling feet or energetic class discussions, but this week you might have heard something else: a whip cracking.
October 10, 2023
How to safely watch Oct. 14 ‘ring of fire’ eclipse
A spectacular ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse on Oct. 14 will be a sight worth viewing, but only with proper eye protection, according to Northeastern University experts.
October 06, 2023
Linguistics Program releases eighth volume of undergraduate Working Papers
The Linguistic Program in the College of Science is proud to announce the publication of the latest in their series of undergraduate working papers.
October 04, 2023
Marine and Environmental Sciences
The clock is ticking. Can ‘scientific diplomacy’ save the world’s hottest sea?
Already the world’s hottest coastal environment in the summer, the shallow sea between the Arabian peninsula and southwestern Iran continues to heat at a breathtaking pace.
October 02, 2023