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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 safe is deodorant? FDA recalls more than 67,000 cases due to manufacturing issues
People are used to seeing recalls for foods like bologna or carrots. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently recalled more than 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorant, citing “deviations from Current Good Manufacturing Practice” regulations. How did deodorants fall victim to recalls? It’s not clear exactly what happened, said Leila Deravi, an associate professor of chemistry and chemical...
Northeastern researcher uses light to target and kill cancer cells
Fleury Augustin Nsole Biteghe has identified a way to target two of the deadliest cancer types with chemotherapy drugs but without the harms associated with chemotherapy.
Secrets of the dark genome could spark new drug discoveries, says Northeastern researcher
Since the Human Genome Project first produced the genetic instructions for a human being by sequencing DNA 22 years ago, scientists have been focused on roughly 2% of the genome producing proteins. But what about the rest? Northeastern University professor Sudhakaran Prabakaran says this “dark genome” is not only actively making “dark proteins,” but its secrets could...
Building an ecosystem of excellence at the NOBCChE Collaborative Conference
National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers Collaborative Conference will be held at Northeastern and MIT on June 26-28.
Are sunscreens toxic? Here is what you need to know to protect yourself from skin cancer
The sun is out, which means it's time to protect your skin but is sunscreen toxic? Leila Deravi, associate professor of chemistry and chemical biology, helps answer some questions.
Why e.l.f. paid $1 billion for Hailey Bieber’s rhode beauty line. Spoiler: It’s not just about the skincare
Leila Deravi, associate professor of chemistry and chemical biology, weighs in on the reasoning behind e.l.f. buying Hailey Bieber's skin care company, rhode.
From Chemistry Club to Medical School: Paola Pimentel Torres Reflects on Her Northeastern Journey
Announcing the COS undergraduate student speaker, Paola Pimentel Torres!
Plastics found to be abundant at deep-sea levels, new research reports
Aaron Stubbins, professor of marine and environmental sciences, and Northeastern researchers have discovered have uncovered a “light smog” of microplastics drifting below the surface of the world’s oceans.
Breakthrough ALS research: Free tool from Northeastern scientists could revolutionize drug development
Professor Jeffrey Agar, chemistry and chemical biology, is working with a team to revolutionize drug development, pointing to potential breakthroughs in ALS research.
Northeastern students turn chem class into cosmetics lab, creating lip gloss, nail polish and more
A chemistry class taught by Leila Deravi, associate professor of chemistry and chemical biology, allowed students to develop their own personal care products after learning about the chemical composition and structure of such products.
Researchers resurrect extinct gene in plants with major implications for drug development
A team led by Jing-Ke Weng, professor of chemistry, chemical biology and bioengineering, repaired a defunct gene in the coyote tobacco plant, turning back the evolutionary clock to pave a path forward for the development and discovery of new drugs.
Did scientists genetically engineer the long-extinct dire wolf, or give gray wolf offspring its features?
Northeastern professors, including Diaa Alabed, weigh in on the announcement of the resurrection of the long-extinct dire wolf. Calling out the advancements scientific technology, and the reality of what the resurrection really is.