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Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

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Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

by David Nordman
April 24, 2024

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

April 24, 2024

When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

April 24, 2024
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Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

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Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

by Alena Kuzub
April 23, 2024

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

April 23, 2024

Live Nation and Ticketmaster face an impending federal antitrust lawsuit. Will the government finally break up the monopoly?

Live Nation and Ticketmaster face an impending federal antitrust lawsuit. Will the government finally break up the monopoly?

April 22, 2024
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‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

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‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

by Cyrus Moulton
April 24, 2024

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue

April 22, 2024

New models of Big Bang by Northeastern physicists show that visible universe and invisible dark matter co-evolved

New models of Big Bang by Northeastern physicists show that visible universe and invisible dark matter co-evolved

April 19, 2024
Arts & Entertainment

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Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

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Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

by Erin Kayata
April 23, 2024

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

April 18, 2024

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

April 18, 2024
Business

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She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

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She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

by Erin Kayata
April 19, 2024

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

April 18, 2024

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

April 18, 2024
Health

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Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

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Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

by Cyrus Moulton
April 24, 2024

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

April 22, 2024

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

April 22, 2024
Law

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‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

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‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

by Cyrus Moulton
April 24, 2024

Are bans on homeless encampments, sleeping outside ‘cruel and unusual’?

Are bans on homeless encampments, sleeping outside ‘cruel and unusual’?

April 23, 2024

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

April 16, 2024
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This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

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This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

by Erin Kayata
March 18, 2024

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

March 15, 2024

Nike Dunks, Air Jordans, Yeezy slides: Huskick’s club is all about sneakers

Nike Dunks, Air Jordans, Yeezy slides: Huskick’s club is all about sneakers

July 13, 2023
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Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

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Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert
April 24, 2024

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

April 24, 2024

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

April 11, 2024
Sports

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Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

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Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

by Ian Thomsen
April 12, 2024

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

April 4, 2024

Federal sports betting bill is introduced with assist from Northeastern’s Public Health Advocacy Institute

Federal sports betting bill is introduced with assist from Northeastern’s Public Health Advocacy Institute

March 19, 2024

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by Matthew Modoono

December 28, 2022

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Alessandro Vespignani, Sternberg Family Distinguished University Professor, teaches a class at the Network Science Institute. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Alessandro Vespignani, Sternberg Family Distinguished University Professor, teaches a class at the Network Science Institute on the Boston campus. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

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Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

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Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue

This student spent co-op on an island helping protect sea turtles and other endangered species

This student spent co-op on an island helping protect sea turtles and other endangered species

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