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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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Co-ops help neuroscience student compare research and patient care as she aims to shape career studying brain disorders
Ariana Mechem, third year neuroscience major, used her two co-op opportunities to help her decide what career pathway to pursue after graduation.
How teens make decisions: Juliet Davidow’s research sheds light on motivation and the adolescent mind
Juliet David, assistant psychology professor, has been awarded a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to explore how motivated learning develops during this critical period of life.
This Northeastern grad went from neuroscience major to the head of her own cookie company
Maura Duggan, who graduated with a degree in neuroscience in 1998, has turned her street reliving hobby into a flourishing cookie business.
What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?
Northeastern researchers, Laurel Gabard-Durnam and Zhenghan Qi, provide some context to the rising rate of autism diagnoses, pointing out that the rate is not as concerning as it may seem.
Can you train your brain for better memory? This Northeastern study points to yes
Susanne Jaeggi, psychology professor, has new research that may help scientist understand how people's working memory can be improved.
Can psilocybin — the key ingredient in magic mushrooms — be the key to treating head injuries?
Craig Ferris, psychology professor, and colleagues have found that rats dosed with psilocybin after mild head injuries, were able to regain normal brain function.
Does diet outweigh genetics when it comes to Alzheimer’s risk? Northeastern research offers insight
Northeastern University professor Craig Ferris worked on research that found that diet plays a role in the likelihood of someone developing Alzheimers.
How a Northeastern co-op’s research is advancing early detection of psychosis
TaKaya McFarland, Northeastern psychology student, is working on a manuscript for a paper on her attempts to develop a score, similar to the Adverse Childhood Events Score (ACES), that would help clinicians understand how vulnerable a person might be to psychosis, an event that is estimated to affect three in 100 young people.
Cheering in the Super Bowl is serious business. Ask this cancer researcher
Chelsea Pe Benito, a Northeastern alumni who graduated with a BS in psychology, will be on the sidelines this Sunday as an NFL cheerleader for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Northeastern student takes a spin at ‘Wheel of Fortune’
Kate Stuntz, computer science and behavioral neuroscience major, competed in "Wheel of Fortune" and the episode airs on January 24th.
Huskies celebrate third straight Women’s Beanpot title, 20th overall before record TD Garden crowd
Northeastern Women's Hockey team won its third straight Beanpot Championship against Boston University at TD Garden.
Time management, teamwork and drive: Why employers value Northeastern athletes
First ever Athletics Co-op Fair helped connect student athletes to employers, and reinforced many athletes decision to come to Northeastern for its balance between academics, athletics, and job experience.