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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
Showing 11 results in Biotechnology , Student Spotlight
Shreya Bangara ’27, MS Biotechnology
Working at Northeastern University's Nanomedicine Innovation Center introduced Shreya Bangara to the interdisciplinary world of nanomedicine. Seeing its potential to address real-world medical challenges inspired them to pursue a graduate certificate alongside their master's degree and expand their research experience.
Hrudaya Shailesh Powale ’26, MS Biotechnology
Building on a foundation in pharmacy and drug delivery systems, Hrudaya Shailesh Powale became fascinated by the potential of nucleic acid therapeutics and lipid nanoparticle technologies, leading them to pursue advanced training in nanomedicine.
Biotechnology Graduate Builds Career in Finance
Meet Andrea Sorrentino, a Northeastern Toronto graduate whose biotechnology background helped open doors in the finance industry, proving that career paths are rarely linear.
Building an Unconventional Path: Andrea Bedoni’s Biotechnology Journey at Northeastern
“To be selected as the student speaker for my graduation is an immense honor. It means having the opportunity to share what my time at Northeastern truly looked like: the pivots, the growth, and the moments of doubt that quietly became moments of clarity.”
Sreenithi Giri Gogulan ’25, MS Biotechnology
Sreenithi Giri Gogulan '25, biotechnology, shares her experiences as a COS student.
Saranya Bhattacharyya ’25, MS Biotechnology
Saran Bhattacharyya '25, biotechnology, shares her experiences as a COS student.
Maya Kanj ’25, MS Biotechnology
Maya Kanj '25, biotechnology, shares her experiences as a COS student.
Luke Smith ’25, MS Biotechnology
Luke Smith '25, biotechnology, shares his experience as a COS student.
Izel Eler ’25, MS Biotechnology
Izel Eler '25, MS biotechnology, shares her experiences as a COS student.
Roux PhD Student Aims to Make Maine the Next Biotechnology Hub
Most kids dream of being an astronaut or a racecar driver. Griffin T. Scott was a little different. “Even when I was little, I was always drawn to the ‘mad scientists’ on TV, like Dexter’s Lab or Dr. Who,” he says, laughing. It makes sense that, today, Griffin is pursuing a career in the sciences,...
Bishwarup Sarkar’s Commencement Address and Reflections on Northeastern’s Graduate Class of 2024
The Northeastern College of Science Class of 2024 is gearing up for commencement! At this year’s graduation ceremony, Bishwarup Sarkar (Bish) will address his peers, delivering a final inspiring message. Eager to capture the anticipation of commencement, I spoke with Bishwarup to delve into his experiences at Northeastern and his post-graduation plans. Bish is originally...