Inside the Lab

Explore Labs Across UChicago

Sheffield Lab: Understanding the neuroscience of memories

Watch UChicago neurobiologist Mark Sheffield and his team investigate the mechanisms of memory by studying neuron activity and connections. Their research could enhance the treatment of memory-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s and PTSD.

Light Lab: Understanding the gut microbiome to treat disease

Step inside Asst. Prof. Sam Light’s lab to learn how scientists are mapping the incredible network of microbes living inside your gut—and how they can affect health or disease.

Awad Lab: Predicting and preventing strokes and brain bleeds

In the newest episode of Inside the Lab, visit Prof. Issam Awad and learn about his team's mission: to prevent strokes before they happen.

AROUND UCHICAGO

Around UChicago

Devils in the details: The gargoyles of UChicago

An incomplete survey of imps and scamps across campus

Dispatches from Abroad

From Woods Hole to Chile, UChicago model goes global

A historic site becomes a hub for scientific training and collaboration through a program inspired by the Marine Biological Laboratory

UChicago receives $21 million to establish visionary center in quantum engineering and health

Gift from philanthropist Thea Berggren to support research in bold new field

UChicago’s Class of 2025 urged to ‘forge a stronger future’

The UChicago community celebrated the Class of 2025 during Saturday’s Convocation ceremony with encouragement from speakers Prof. Kunle Odunsi and President Paul Alivisatos. “Right now, the world needs you,” said Odunsi. “It needs your voice, your vision, and your courage to become advocates—not just for what is, but for what could be.”

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Dark energy, explained

Coined by University of Chicago astrophysicist Michael Turner in 1998, dark energy—the force causing the universe to expand faster over time—remains one of the great mysteries of physics.

Improv, explained

Modern improv comedy began at the University of Chicago in the 1950s.

Episode 161

Are we making AI too human?, with James Evans

Data scientist explains how we are limiting models like ChatGPT in training them—and how that’s narrowing research

Episode 160

Inside the disease that changes your personality, with Bruce Miller

Neurologist explores the ‘social brain’ and how dementia affects how we act

Episode 159

Meet the ‘Planet Hunter’ searching for alien life, with Jacob Bean

Astrophysicist studies atmospheres of distant worlds to identify habitable exoplanets

Episode 158

How to stop gun violence before it starts, with Jens Ludwig

Crime Lab director argues we need to address behavioral causes of crime, in addition to policy and policing

Episode 157

Can your DNA predict your future?, with Dalton Conley

Sociologist examines how genetic science could forecast your income, education and love life

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Master's education at UChicago

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‘Theoretical rigor with practical application’: UChicago master’s in data science and computer science

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