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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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  • Northeastern to end PCR COVD-19 testing program on May 6

    Northeastern to end PCR COVD-19 testing program on May 6

    When spring semester ends, so will Northeastern’s PCR COVID-19 testing. The university announced on Tuesday that it will discontinue the testing program on all of its campuses, effective May 6.
  • How worried should you be about BA.2?

    How worried should you be about BA.2?

    Alessandro Vespignani and Jared Auclair discuss what the new COVID-19 variant implies for our future.
  • Three Northeastern students awarded Goldwater Scholarships

    Three Northeastern students awarded Goldwater Scholarships

    B. Parazin, BS in Physics, recently received the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, one of the nation’s most prestigious, merit-based awards for undergraduate students who plan to pursue research careers in natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.
  • The spiritual joys of Ramadan

    The spiritual joys of Ramadan

    First-year behavioral neuroscience major Laila Kibodya discusses the Islamic celebration of Ramadan, and how the practice of fasting connects to higher spiritual principles.
  • Northeastern launches into busy events season to welcome the end of the academic year

    Northeastern launches into busy events season to welcome the end of the academic year

    The university is jam-packed with activities for people to take part in in the months of April and May before the academic year comes to a close and students and faculty enjoy summer break—or return for the summer session.
  • What’s it like to compete at the Olympics? Northeastern athletes share their stories.

    What’s it like to compete at the Olympics? Northeastern athletes share their stories.

    Northeastern students Devon Levi (Ice Hockey, Team Canada), COS student Alina Müller (Ice Hockey, Team Switzerland), and Sabrina Cass (Freestyle Skiing, Team Brazil), detail their incredible experience participating in the 2022 Winter Olympics.
  • A Guide to Mindful Meditation

    A Guide to Mindful Meditation

    Aaron Daniels, psychology professor and mindfulness fellow at Northeastern, explains how meditation can lead to living life more intentionally, and how it’s benefited him on his own personal journey.
  • Q&A with Ai Ra, MS in Bioinformatics

    Q&A with Ai Ra, MS in Bioinformatics

    Ai Ra shares his experience pursuing an MS in Bioinformatics, one of our professional master's program. Read to learn more about his experience!
  • Cross-COS Colloquium: Nanosensors for Imaging the Chemistry of the Body

    Cross-COS Colloquium: Nanosensors for Imaging the Chemistry of the Body

    Heather Clark, Professor of Bioengineering in the Chemistry and Chemical Biology department discusses Nanosensors for Imaging the Chemistry of the Body, and answers questions following her presentation.
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    Get involved in Northeastern’s fifth annual Giving Day with support for the College of Science

    On Thursday, April 14, the Northeastern community will come together for our fifth annual Giving Day. Learn about how you can get involved and make an impact at the College of Science!
  • Pair of Northeastern research and community leaders win prestigious NSF grant

    Pair of Northeastern research and community leaders win prestigious NSF grant

    Two Northeastern faculty members, biology professor Tovah Day and chemistry professor Steven Lopez have received National Science Foundation CAREER grants, awarded to early-career academics with the potential to serve as role models in research and education.
  • What happens to decades of deep-sea specimens when a scientist retires? They might not end up in the trash–anymore.

    What happens to decades of deep-sea specimens when a scientist retires? They might not end up in the trash–anymore.

    Over the course of their careers, scientists can amass a lot of valuable specimens. But when they retire, where does their collection go?