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    A new report from a group of Northeastern researchers explores across disciplines how biotech can ensure safe, sustainable life beyond Earth.

    The key to international space cooperation is developments in biotechnology, Northeastern researchers say

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    The NeuroPRISM lab, led by assistant psychology professor Stephanie Noble, makes tools that pave the way for reliable and reproducible neuroimaging of the brain.

    Precise maps of the brain’s deepest corners are made possible through tools developed by these Northeastern researchers

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  • How these worms avoid getting poisoned

    How these worms avoid getting poisoned

    After the microscopic roundworms he was studying survived a toxic chemical environment, professor Javier Apfeld was intrigued to discover their tactic for protection against chemical foe.
  • Four Northeastern Professors Earn Their Place on 2021’s List of “Highly Cited Researchers”

    Four Northeastern Professors Earn Their Place on 2021’s List of “Highly Cited Researchers”

    Recognizing the groundbreaking research of four faculty members who have been named on 2021's list of "Highly Cited Researchers."
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    Q&A with Ellen Smith: CaNCURE Spring Cohort

    Biochemistry major Ellen Smith shares her co-op experience at CaNCURE.
  • Student Profile: Bryanna Testino, Cell and Molecular Biology Major Pre-Med

    Student Profile: Bryanna Testino, Cell and Molecular Biology Major Pre-Med

    What is your major?I’m a third-year cell and molecular biology major on a pre-med track with a minor in business administration. I am currently a CaNCURE Research Assistant co-op at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. What inspired you to pursue this combination of studies? What career do you hope to pursue when you graduate?I’ve always had an […]
  • Landmark study into the genetic disorder offers clues into links between metabolism and mental health

    Landmark study into the genetic disorder offers clues into links between metabolism and mental health

    Researchers at Northeastern and neighboring colleges say they’ve made a landmark discovery that takes a deeper look at the metabolic and biochemical origins of a debilitating genetic disease known to cause a range of symptoms and health problems. A new study, published Wednesday, focused on a severe neurodevelopmental disorder referred to as 16p11.2 Deletion Syndrome, […]
  • Northeastern’s Covid-19 testing center is ready to identify the omicron variant

    Northeastern’s Covid-19 testing center is ready to identify the omicron variant

    As the world scrambles to make sense of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus, Northeastern is ready to spot it if it enters our community. Northeastern’s COVID-19 testing laboratory can already detect the omicron variant through existing protocols. And that could save the university community precious time in identifying and responding to any threat […]
  • Omicron variant questions mount– answers are on the way

    Omicron variant questions mount– answers are on the way

    Scientists keep close watch of the omicron variant as it continues to spread across South Africa.
  • The human genome has been mapped. Here’s the next monumental step.

    The human genome has been mapped. Here’s the next monumental step.

    Jeffrey Agar and his colleagues are working on helping humanity develop treatments for hundreds of currently untreatable diseases
  • Do I Have Covid-19 or flu? Northeastern will test you for both.

    Do I Have Covid-19 or flu? Northeastern will test you for both.

    Maybe you have a headache, or a stuffy nose, or a sore throat, or a cough. You might feel fatigued, achy, or a bit feverish. After the last year and a half, you might immediately think that you have COVID-19. But those symptoms also describe the flu. Autumn marks the beginning of flu season. That’s […]
  • A vegetable garden grows on the Boston campus

    A vegetable garden grows on the Boston campus

    New vegetable garden is growing at Northeastern's Boston campus, with participants from all academic backgrounds.
  • Could this treatment prevent chronic Lyme disease?

    Could this treatment prevent chronic Lyme disease?

    Biology professor, Kim Lewis' research points to potential cure for chronic Lyme disease.
  • Emma Robinson’s co-op experience at Harvard Medical School leads her to pursue a PhD.

    Emma Robinson’s co-op experience at Harvard Medical School leads her to pursue a PhD.

    Cell and molecular biology student, Emma Robinson completed her two co-ops at Harvard Medical School's Datta Lab, which prompted her to pursue a PhD in neuroscience.