Year: 2025
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Developing Tools for Studying Essential Genes in Real Time
Northwestern Medicine investigators have developed a powerful new tool that allows scientists to precisely and rapidly control protein levels in living cells—offering unprecedented insight into the inner workings of essential genes, according to a new study published in Nature Communications.
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Feinberg Expands Prosthetics & Orthotics Education with Research Track Master’s Program
Northwestern has expanded the prosthetics and orthotics program with a Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics Research (MPO-R) degree, which offers the combination of rigorous clinical training with advanced research education.
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How a ‘DNA Detangler’ Gene Protects Against Blood Cancer
A new Northwestern Medicine study has revealed how a common inherited mutation disrupts red blood cell development and sparks inflammation that may lead to leukemia, according to findings published in Nature Communications.
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Revealing Hidden Drivers of Asthma Flare-Ups in Children
A multicenter clinical trial has uncovered inflammatory pathways that contribute to asthma flare-ups in children that occur despite treatment, according to findings published in JAMA Pediatrics.
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New Wireless Sweat Patch May Improve Cystic Fibrosis Treatment
A new wireless and wearable device developed by Northwestern Medicine scientists measures specific biomarkers in a person’s sweat and has the potential to improve clinical decision-making for cystic fibrosis, as detailed in a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
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Northwestern Accepting Nominations for 2026 Kimberly Prize
Northwestern University is accepting nominations for its $250,000 Kimberly Prize in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. The annual prize will be awarded in 2026.
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New Drug Shows Promise in Treating a Common Cause of Hypertension
A novel drug may significantly improve outcomes for a subset of patients with high blood pressure, according to findings published in The New England Journal of Medicine.
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Targeting Immune Cells to Improve Long-Term Survival in Organ Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered how a subset of immune cells are essential for successful organ transplantation acceptance, according to a recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.
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Innate Immune ‘Mismatch’ Could Transform Kidney Transplant Outcomes
A genetic mismatch may influence kidney transplant success and could inform how donor-recipient compatibility is assessed, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine.
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New Core to Visualize the Molecular Basis of Human Disease
The new core will provide access to the Glacios-2 Cryo-Transmission Electron Microscope, ancillary equipment for grid preparation and expertise as a shared resource to enhance research throughout the University.
