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A series of boat locks in the Panama Canal.
Science & Technology

Drought and low water levels could slow global trade at the Panama Canal

A collection of various drinking straws in a researcher's gloved hand in a laboratory setting.
Science & Technology

Looking for an environmentally friendly drinking straw? The answer may surprise you

A Black male doctor visits with a Black female patient between blue hospital curtains.

Northeastern professor convenes New England symposium on eradicating neglected tropical diseases

A memorial to conservative activist Charlie Kirk in a dark red-lit room.
Society & Culture

What motivates youthful assassins like suspected Charlie Kirk killer Tyler Robinson?

A chest x-ray showing a portion of a lung inflamed with red light.
Health

Five things to know about tuberculosis as it surfaces in Maine and North Carolina

A close-up of a COVID vaccine drawn from a vial.
Health

Can you get the updated COVID shot in your state?

Dr. Joseph Ladapo gesturing while standing in front of a microphone at a podium speaking. He is wearing a suit and tie and standing in front of a crowd of people, including Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Health

Florida’s plan to phase out childhood vaccination mandates upends decades of public health policy, Northeastern experts say 

A blue-gloved researcher holds a small vial in a lab.
University News

New treatment offers hope to end the pain of neuropathy for millions

Jeff Berman, Chief Commercial Officer, Talal Ali Ahmad, CEO, and Hailey Koppelman, Client Relationship Associate, sit together at a conference table with laptops during a meeting at Predictive Healthcare in Bedford, Massachusetts. A screen behind them displays the Predictive Healthcare logo.
University News

Northeastern grads launch health care startup to reduce post-surgical infections and optimize clinical workflows  

A parent hugs their daughter during move-in week at Northeastern University.
University News

Parents embrace a rite of passage as they drop off students with linens, posters and hopes for a great academic year

A hand holding a blue lobster.
Science & Technology

Meet Neptune, the rare blue lobster donated to Northeastern’s Marine Science Center in Nahant

A couple of Northeastern scientists at work on the floating wetlands in East Boston.
Science & Technology

Using invasive wetland grasses, Northeastern grads adopt a green approach to stop erosion