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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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  • First-year students explore the College of Science Student Organization Fair!

    First-year students explore the College of Science Student Organization Fair!

    On October 18, first year College of Science students attended the College of Science Organization Fair!  
  • Psychoactive pumpkin spice? This fall staple is spookier than it seems

    Psychoactive pumpkin spice? This fall staple is spookier than it seems

    Your pumpkin spice latte may be spookier than you think! 
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Northeastern student’s experience in researching the hidden role of food additives

    Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Northeastern student’s experience in researching the hidden role of food additives

    Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed every October, aims to support individuals aected by breast cancer, enhance understanding of risk factors, encourage regular screening, and fundraise for research.
  • Discovery in electrochemistry has potential to advance early cancer detection, production of sustainable chemicals

    Discovery in electrochemistry has potential to advance early cancer detection, production of sustainable chemicals

    A recent discovery has the potential to advance both the early detection of cancer and the sustainable production of chemicals such as ethanol, which is widely used as a mixture in gasoline.
  • Why do robots need to use whips? Researchers test the extremes of human motor control to advance robotics

    Why do robots need to use whips? Researchers test the extremes of human motor control to advance robotics

    On any given day, Richards Hall on Northeastern University’s Boston campus is filled with the sound of students’ shuffling feet or energetic class discussions, but this week you might have heard something else: a whip cracking.
  • How to safely watch Oct. 14 ‘ring of fire’ eclipse

    How to safely watch Oct. 14 ‘ring of fire’ eclipse

    A spectacular ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse on Oct. 14 will be a sight worth viewing, but only with proper eye protection, according to Northeastern University experts.
  • Linguistics Program releases eighth volume of undergraduate Working Papers

    Linguistics Program releases eighth volume of undergraduate Working Papers

    The Linguistic Program in the College of Science is proud to announce the publication of the latest in their series of undergraduate working papers. 
  • The clock is ticking. Can ‘scientific diplomacy’ save the world’s hottest sea?

    The clock is ticking. Can ‘scientific diplomacy’ save the world’s hottest sea?

    Already the world’s hottest coastal environment in the summer, the shallow sea between the Arabian peninsula and southwestern Iran continues to heat at a breathtaking pace.
  • Can reefs be designed for immunity? Genetic research is identifying disease-resistant super corals in the Caribbean

    Can reefs be designed for immunity? Genetic research is identifying disease-resistant super corals in the Caribbean

    Witnessing disease outbreaks that have nearly annihilated staghorn coral colonies in the Caribbean, Northeastern scientist Steven Vollmer wondered what lessons a few lone survivors might offer for the future of coral reefs.
  • Congratulations COS 2023-2024 Advancing Women in Science Scholars!

    Congratulations COS 2023-2024 Advancing Women in Science Scholars!

    Once again, congratulations to our AWS Scholars! We look forward to seeing the amazing things you all do.
  • Cross-country trek in electric vehicle tests the limits of charging network, finds faces tackling climate change along the way

    Cross-country trek in electric vehicle tests the limits of charging network, finds faces tackling climate change along the way

    When Northeastern graduate and TV show host Sophie Shrand decided she was going to make a documentary about taking a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle, she knew she needed to do more than just travel from Point A to Point B. 
  • Q&A with Alicia Bustamante, MS Environmental Science and Policy

    Q&A with Alicia Bustamante, MS Environmental Science and Policy

    Alicia Bustamante shares her experience as a graduate student pursuing a master's degree in Environmental Science and Policy.