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“The basic premise is that AI can help us do better physics, and something that is less expected is that physics can also help us understand AI better,” said Northeastern professor James Halverson.
AI and physics have more in common than you might think.
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Mark Williams, Professor and Chair of the Department of Physics, will assume the role of Dean of the College of Science, effective July 1, 2026.
Mark C. Williams named Dean of the College of Science
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What to know about the solar eclipse and where the path of totality will cross
Solar eclipses are ‘rare’ but scientists can predict them hundreds of years in the future. Here’s what you should know ahead of Wednesday’s solar eclipse event.
These researchers seek to quiet ‘the noise’ in quantum computing
These Northeastern University researchers are working to make quantum computers more efficient.
This AI scientist can run an X-ray experiment. Self-driving labs may come next.
Northeastern researchers helped develop an AI scientist that can run X-ray experiments autonomously, adjusting when needed. The discovery paves the way for self-driving labs of the future.
Aerobic fitness may be a teller of some brain health, study suggests
Inhibitory control is the ability to suppress a response or actively ignore irrelevant distractions.
Albert-László Barabási wins award from Network Science Society
The Robert Gray Dodge professor of network science and university distinguished professor was recently honored by the Network Science Society for his foundational work in the field.
New partnership gives the Fens – and Northeastern co-op students – a chance to thrive
A three-year partnership among Northeastern, the Boston Parks and Recreation department and the Lawrence and Lillian Solomon Foundation will steward the Back Bay Fens.
Cracking the axolotl code: How to regrow limbs and stay young
Northeastern University professor Calina Copos is using computational techniques to study limb regeneration in axolotls. The findings could advance research on wound healing and aging.
Zapping microscopic worms gives undergrads a leg up in competitive lab placements
Undergrads are utilizing their worm-zapping mastery to stand out within a competitive pool of science lab applicants in Boston.
One of the oldest psychedelics meets modern brain imaging
Mescaline is a naturally occurring chemical found in cacti, mainly peyote cacti, that are located in the Southwest United States and Mexico.
This project aims to rescue Oakland’s namesake tree species
As climate change threatens Oakland’s namesake tree, Northeastern has launched a transplant program to safeguard the city’s urban forest.
Should you join the 5 AM Club? Why hitting snooze might be better for some
The morning routine that calls for an extra-early wakeup time has been touted by many, but what do sleep experts say? Northeastern researchers caution that sleep deprivation isn’t a price worth paying.
Northeastern researchers want to help keep New England seafood from going to China and back
The NSF Seafood Engine in New England is a collaboration of the seafood industry, tech sector, government and research partners.