health science

Tracking an epidemic requires computer models. But what if those models are wrong?

Researchers at Northeastern have found that one of the basic assumptions used in disease modeling simply isn’t realistic. Now they’re looking at how epidemics travel…

by Laura Castañón November 19, 2018

Making a global impact on health

A co-op at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute inspires a Northeastern undergraduate to follow her calling to prevent disease and improve lives by promoting healthier behavior.

by Jason Kornwitz July 6, 2011

3Qs: Too much on MyPlate?

Last Thursday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled MyPlate, a straightforward symbol of proper nutrition that replaces the original food pyramid, which USDA officials have…

by Kara Shemin June 7, 2011

Tracking an epidemic requires computer models. But what if those models are wrong?

Making a global impact on health

3Qs: Too much on MyPlate?

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