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Cancer research co-op opens the door to medical school for this student
Biochemistry student Brian Cortese found mentorship, experience, and opportunities through the CaNCURE program.
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Biochemistry, Biology
Biochemistry Major Claire Williams Awarded Microbiology Fellowship
Congratulations to Claire Williams, who has been awarded an Undergraduate Research Fellowship (URF) from the American Society of Microbiology!
Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology
This tropical disease is second only to Malaria as a parasitic killer. So why haven’t you heard of it?
The deadly strain of leishmaniasis infects 300,000 people annually, causing 20,000 deaths, and is the second largest cause of parasitic death after malaria. For two Northeastern professors, Richard Wamai and Michael Pollastri, controlling the disease is a top priority.
Provost James Bean surprised Assistant Professor James Monaghan during class with the University Excellence in Teaching Award.
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology
Biology professor receives 2018 University Excellence in Teaching Award
James Monaghan had just started teaching a class, when the Provost came in and presented him Northeastern University's University Excellence in Teaching Award. "I had no idea it was coming," said Monaghan. "It's the coolest thing that they actually came into class!"
Professor James Monaghan works with two students in his lab.
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology
Here’s what makes a great teacher
The passion that drives James Monaghan is tissue regeneration; for Denise Garcia, it’s international diplomacy. While their disciplines couldn’t be more different, what earned them the 2018 University Excellence in Teaching Award is what they have in common—a passion for students on both the academic and human level.
Dr. Bruce Goldberger receives the inaugural Dr. Richard Saferstein Award in Forensic Science from Dr. Saferstein’s wife and daughter and College of Science Dean Kenneth Henderson.
Barnett Institute for Chemical & Biological Analysis, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Forensic scientist remembered for his contributions to the field
Dr. Richard Saferstein was a member of the Northeastern community for many years. Last month, the Barnett Institute honored his memory with a newly created award.
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Linguistics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology
COS students honored for their achievements
Each year dozens of College of Science students are recognized for their achievements in the classroom, on co-op and in the community. 2018 is no different.
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Linguistics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology
Departments & Programs celebrate their seniors
Information about where and when the celebrations are.
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, College of Science
Neuropsychologists and Criminal Minds fans alike join in excitement over launch of new forensics club
"This club is for anyone in biology, psychology, behavioral neuroscience, criminal justice, or any major if you're interested in aspects of forensic science and other parts of criminology that aren't offered at Northeastern," said Talemal. "And it's also for people who are just interested in watching and talking about some great criminal television."
Biochemistry, Biology, College of Science
Northeastern launches chapter of the College Diabetes Network
The Northeastern chapter of the College Diabetes Network (CDN) was started last year by interested students and advised by Assistant Professor of Biology Dori Woods to connect students with type 1 diabetes with resources and other students on campus that are more difficult to find in college.