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Is VR the future of physical therapy? Researchers and physical therapists say it has promise – and challenges

Researchers found that the technology has inherent mental and physical advantages, but it’s not a replacement for a physical therapist.

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From Boston to Barcelona, this Husky got a chance to see how innovators operate around the world through a marketing co-op

Ivanna Pilataxi wants to bring global perspective back home to Ecuador. She got a chance to experience that through the co-op program.

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Young students can get a learning boost from AI, Northeastern researchers conclude

Education professor Tomás Galguera designed a project in which students worked in groups using ChatGPT and found it had a positive effect.

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Helpful or hurtful? New research from Northeastern weighs pros and cons of pregnancy trackers

These apps can help pregnant people track their fetus’ growth and movement as well as guide them through the pregnancy. But is this enough?

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Sumedha Reddy Sudini working in a lab.

Northeastern student went from classroom to cellular molecular biology research co-op

A school field trip inspired Sumedha Reddy Sudini to apply for a co-op at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology.

President Aoun with students at Northeastern's Thanksgiving dinner in Lindley Hall.

President Aoun hosts Thanksgiving celebration in London for hundreds of Northeastern students, faculty, staff

Aoun shared a traditional holiday meal with students, faculty and staff, followed by a fun evening of conversations and dance.

Joseph E. Aoun, President of Northeastern University, stands at a podium addressing students during a Thanksgiving dinner in Belfast.

President Aoun hosts Thanksgiving dinner for students in Dublin and Belfast

Following meetings at University College Dublin and Queen’s University Belfast, President Aoun welcomed Northeastern students for Thanksgiving dinners in Dublin and Belfast.

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Photos: Thanksgiving, pumpkins and golden hour

This week, members of the Northeastern community showed their gratitude ahead of Thanksgiving.

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Extreme weather affects us all. These Northeastern students are focused on finding local solutions

Over 350 students across Northeastern campuses devised creative, tech-driven solutions to combat extreme weather during a climate hackathon.

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