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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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  • Building an ecosystem of excellence at the NOBCChE Collaborative Conference

    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

    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.
  • How to prevent tick bites: 5 expert tips for summer safety

    How to prevent tick bites: 5 expert tips for summer safety

    Worried about ticks this summer? Kim Lewis, professor of biology, has some tips and tricks on how to prevent tick bites!
  • Richard Porter retires after 50 years of advancing math, mentoring generations at Northeastern

    Richard Porter retires after 50 years of advancing math, mentoring generations at Northeastern

    Richard Porter, professor of mathematics, is retiring after 50 years at Northeastern!
  • Is Iran’s nuclear program producing energy or developing weapons? A Northeastern expert explains the science of nuclear power

    Is Iran’s nuclear program producing energy or developing weapons? A Northeastern expert explains the science of nuclear power

    Pran Nath, Matthews Distinguished University Professor of physics, helps explain the difference between a nuclear program designed for civilian purposes and one used for military purposes.
  • Northeastern researchers identify proteins receptive to treating ovarian cancer

    Northeastern researchers identify proteins receptive to treating ovarian cancer

    Bryan Spring, associate professor of physics, along with colleagues has identified two proteins abundant on drug-resistant ovarian cancer cells that become receptive to chemotherapy when treated with light.
  • Northeastern physicists honored with Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for unveiling secrets of the universe

    Northeastern physicists honored with Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for unveiling secrets of the universe

    Several Northeastern physics professor, PhD student, and researchers, where recognized in the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for their research into the fundamental nature of matter at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider.
  • How do axolotls regenerate limbs and organs? This researcher has started to uncover the secret

    How do axolotls regenerate limbs and organs? This researcher has started to uncover the secret

    New research by James Monaghan, professor of biology, shows that the key to axolotl limb regeneration is retinoic acid. Could this be the key to human limb regeneration in the future?
  • The proposed NASA budget cuts would decimate American science, an expert says

    The proposed NASA budget cuts would decimate American science, an expert says

    Trump is calling for a 25% slash to NASA's budget and according to Jacqueline McCleary, assistant professor of physics, the cuts will have a larger impact then proposed, including hurting America’s ability to maintain its position as a leader in tech and space exploration.
  • COSMOS-Web offers best glimpse of the deep universe yet, Northeastern researchers say

    COSMOS-Web offers best glimpse of the deep universe yet, Northeastern researchers say

    The COSMOS2025, an ongoing survey that makes use of NASA’s ultra-powerful James Webb Space Telescope, was released recently with work from two Northeastern researchers.
  • What are runnels, the man-made channels that help restore salt marshes?

    What are runnels, the man-made channels that help restore salt marshes?

    Runnels, shallow man made channels, help keep salt marshes healthy according to Jennifer Bowen, professor of marine and environmental sciences, a task that is becoming harder as sea levels continue to rise.
  • Northeastern professor leads global study on why some people hear better in noisy spaces

    Northeastern professor leads global study on why some people hear better in noisy spaces

    Jonathan Peelle, associate professor of psychology, worked with other researchers on a study that shows that people’s ability to detect background sounds varies from person to person, and is influenced by the noise that came before the sounds.