Building on the Digital Media Commons’ successful launch last year at Snell Library, Northeastern will expand the state-of-the-art workspace as part of a series of investments designed to enhance next-generation teaching, learning, and discovery at the university.
Law student fights for guest workers’ rights
Stephanie Gharakhanian received a fellowship through the School of Law’s Program on Human Rights and the Global Economy to work at a nongovernmental organization in Mexico City this spring.
A sweet spot for coastal cities
At the first annual Sustaining Coastal Cities conference, national and international leaders began a conversation on the future of fisheries.
Northeastern to launch $1 billion comprehensive campaign
Empower: The Campaign for Northeastern University will shape the future of teaching, learning, and discovery at Northeastern by supporting students, faculty, and research innovation and strengthening partnerships with industry and government.
An innovation ecosystem drives future for nanomedicine
Distinguished Professor of Physics Sri Sridhar is establishing Northeastern as the go-to knowledge resource for clinical and commercial translation of basic university research.
Lego robots go for the gold
Northeastern doctoral candidate Daniel Blustein developed a curriculum to introduce middle school students to biomimetic science, the focus of his own research.
How nanotechnology could keep your heart healthy
Chemical engineering professor Thomas Webster’s team developed an injectable, conductive material to regenerate heart tissue after either a heart attack or cardiac disease.
The rising red tide with climate change
Climate change may impact the incidence and severity of a toxic species of algae, according to research by recent environmental studies graduate Ashley Cryan.
3Qs: What to know about the new bird flu virus
Network scientist Alessandro Vespignani, who studies the spread of diseases, explains the pandemic potential of the emerging H7N9 bird flu and why it’s different from past strains.
Students have development ideas for Dudley Square
Architecture students tasked with imagining new housing opportunities for an unused parcel in Boston’s Dudley Square say mixed-use development would bring in new residents without hurting the existing community.
Family’s health scare helps student find calling
Industrial engineering major Kendall Sanderson studies how to use systems engineering to streamline the healthcare industry.
Barnett Institute celebrates 40 years of scientific breakthroughs
During its 40-year history, the Barnett Institute of Chemical and Biological Analysis has pioneered breakthroughs in biotechnology, forensic science, and advanced materials study. Last week, its accomplishments were honored at a daylong conference on campus.