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The Antarctic Ocean of the last ice age has stories to tell about a warming planet

New research describes how a critical process of carbon dioxide storage in the Southern Ocean slowed during the last deglaciation, and how it could be happening again.

Next gen scanner could unlock new treatments for brain injuries

The Center for Translational Neuroimaging recently obtained a Mediso nanoScan 7T PET/MRI scanner, the first of its kind in the United States.

Scientists explore stakeholder-informed spatial modeling for hydrologic sciences

MES researchers convened an NSF-supported workshop exploring the role of stakeholders in hydrological studies and futures

Drought and low water levels could slow global trade at the Panama Canal

New research by professor Samuel Muñoz reports that the risk of shipping disruptions will grow in a warming climate unless steps are taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or to adapt to drier conditions.

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

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

Comet or alien spaceship? An astrophysicist explains what we know about interstellar traveler 3I/Atlas

Confirmed as a comet, 3I/Atlas is one of only three interstellar objects we’ve detected entering our solar system. Northeastern’s Jacqueline McCleary breaks down what makes it special and what we can learn from it.

Northeastern research finds aerobic fitness and lower body fat are associated with better mental health outcomes in children

Northeastern researchers looked at the link in children ages 8 to 11 in one of the first studies looking at these relationships in this population.

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

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

Researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever with 80% accuracy

Northeastern University breakthrough gives public health officials a step up in preparing careworkers to handle spikes in the disease.

Millions of people have macular degeneration. Could this training model help restore their sight?

Psychology professor Aaron Seitz says training people on how to use their peripheral vision can compensate for central vision problems.

Scientists make major breakthrough that rewrites the understanding of plant evolution

Northeastern researchers led by Dr. Jing-Ke Weng trace the evolutionary history of moonseed, capable of a chemical reaction previously thought to be impossible for plants. What they found could have implications for designing new drugs.

Northeastern research finds infant anesthesia may speed up brain development

Northeastern research from Assistant Professor Laurel Gabard-Durnam finds babies exposed to general anesthesia in very early infancy showed accelerated brain development.