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Northeastern wins court decision in plan to expand Marine Science Center on its Nahant property

A Superior Court judge rules that Northeastern’s planned expansion of the Marine Science Center in Nahant, Massachusetts is not on property dedicated for public recreation. The ruling is a step forward in the university’s effort to expand environmental research at the coastal property.

by Mark Conti September 20, 2022

Northeastern Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Madigan (front right) and Zeblon Zenzele Vilakazi, vice chancellor of University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, sign a memorandum of understanding, while Barry Dwolatzky, director of innovation strategy at Wits, from left, Hazel Sive, dean of the College of Science, Helen Rees, founder and executive director of Wits’ Reproductive Health and HIV Institute, Uta Poiger, dean of the College of Social Science and Humanities, and James Hackney, dean of the School of Law, observe. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Northeastern expands global reach with Africa partnership

Memorandum of understanding with University of Witwatersrand in South Africa is expected to lead to meaningful collaboration, joint research, dual postdoctoral degree programs and more with Northeastern.

by Alena Kuzub September 19, 2022

Photo by Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University

Northeastern’s Boston campus secure and open, support services provided after Tuesday incident

No students were injured during the incident inside Homes Hall, which is being investigated by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in coordination with Northeastern Police.

by David Nordman September 14, 2022

Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator brings 10 promising startups to Portland

The intensive 13-week program enters its second year with a renewed focus on growing high-tech businesses in Maine and strengthening the regional economy in partnership with Techstars, a global network that helps startups succeed.

by Ian Thomsen September 13, 2022

A gloved hand holds a slide under a microscope

Northeastern receives more than $230 million in new research awards

New awards at Northeastern have more than quadrupled since 2006, when research was established as a priority by new university President Joseph E. Aoun to address and solve important global challenges.

by Ian Thomsen September 8, 2022

‘Star Trek is not that far away.’ Grant will help develop cutting-edge quantum technology on Burlington campus

A $3.5 million grant from the state of Massachusetts will help advance the field of quantum technology, create jobs and change our lives for the better.

by Jessica Taylor Price September 7, 2022

Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Takeout meals, restaurant pre-orders on menu at Northeastern this fall

Students on the Boston campus will have more flexibility than ever in deciding where and when to eat; plus Northeastern in Oakland, California, reopens its main dining hall

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert August 22, 2022

Kate England, Northeastern graduate, named Boston's first director of green infrastructure

Kate England, Class of 2008, will guide the city toward a greener and more sustainable future as Boston battles climate change and rising sea levels. Her appointment is part of Mayor Michelle Wu’s Green New Deal.

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert August 12, 2022

Rendering of the new Roux Institute campus on the waterfront

Roux Institute unveils plans for permanent home with support of Portland community

Plans to build a state-of-the-art waterfront campus were applauded by members of the public who spoke out during a Planning Board meeting on Tuesday. “This is a unique opportunity for the state of Maine, for the city of Portland,” a local resident said.

by Ian Thomsen August 9, 2022

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The future of historical tourism is on your phone

“Chronosquad” is a new augmented reality game that guides players through an interactive historical tour of Malden, Massachusetts. Designed by Celia Pearce, a professor of game design, it’s also the latest example of how localities are getting creative with tourism in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Cody Mello-Klein August 2, 2022

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