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Scientific Advances
Jan 12, 2023

Mature ‘Lab Grown’ Neurons Hold Promise for Neurodegenerative Disease

Northwestern scientists have created the first highly mature neurons from human induced pluripotent stem cells, a feat that opens new opportunities for medical research and potential transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.

Disease Discoveries
Dec 13, 2022

New Immune Culprit Discovered in Alzheimer’s Disease

A new Northwestern Medicine study has discovered the role of cerebrospinal fluid in cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Campus News
Oct 31, 2022

New Leadership in Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease

After 28 years of leadership, M. Marsel Mesulam, MD, has announced that he will be stepping down as director of the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease; he will be succeeded by Robert Vassar, PhD.

Scientific Advances
Oct 25, 2022

Study Investigates Crosstalk Between Mitochondria and Lysosomes

Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered that outer mitochondrial membrane proteins regulate crosstalk between mitochondria and lysosomes, findings that have implications for many diseases.

Scientific Advances
Oct 19, 2022

Study Uncovers Role of Mitochondrial Energy Production in Dopaminergic Neurons

Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered that dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra utilize a specific ion channel to control energy production and meet bioenergetic need, according to a recent study.

Campus News
Oct 17, 2022

Krainc Elected to the National Academy of Medicine

Dimitri Krainc, MD, PhD, chair and Aaron Montgomery Ward Professor of Neurology, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine.

Scientific Advances
Aug 4, 2022

New Insights in Retinal Neurons

Northwestern Medicine investigators have identified a new type of retinal ganglion cell, neurons that encode the visual environment and transmit information back to the brain.

Scientific Advances
Jul 21, 2022

Identifying Therapeutic Targets for Chemotherapy-Resistant Glioblastoma

Investigators have discovered novel cellular pathways behind chemotherapy-resistant glioblastoma cells and a potential biomarker, paving the way for new therapeutic targets.

Disease Discoveries
Jul 19, 2022

Light During Sleep in Older Adults Linked to Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure

Exposure to light during sleep was associated with obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure in older adults, according to a recent study.

Disease Discoveries
Jul 18, 2022

Brain Lesion Location Influences Addiction Behaviors

Damage to particular regions of the brain may influence addiction behaviors, providing insight into potential therapeutic targets for substance use disorders.

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Investigating the Connection Between Steps and Heart Disease Risk

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Medical School Faculty Named AAAS Fellows

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