What role does the gut microbiome play in why more women develop Alzheimer’s disease?
Two new University of Chicago studies investigate roles of gut microbiome, estrogen in differing disease rates
UChicago, Argonne study finds mouse and primate brains mature at the same pace
Finding is ‘a shock for neuroscientists,’ challenges assumptions about disease and aging
Researchers building ‘bionic breast’ to restore sensation for cancer survivors
UChicago-led team of physicians, neuroscientists, bioengineers creating implantable device to restore sense of touch in breast after reconstructive surgery
Taking look at inner working of cells to see how they respond to heat stress
State-of-the-art imaging techniques offer window into how cells conserve energy
Study identifies brain circuits that could relieve pain without the downsides of opioids
UChicago study in mice could suggest avenues for new types of painkillers
South Side Science Festival brings community to campus
Kids learn to see themselves in STEM at annual event, which drew more than 4,500 attendees
South Side Science Festival returns after successful debut last year
Free, daylong event for all ages will feature interactive demonstrations, scientific panels, games, food, music
Albert Bendelac, renowned UChicago pathologist and mentor, 1956-2023
Professor helped establish Committee on Immunology as home of important research, premiere training program for young scientists
UChicago study finds more evidence that social determinants of health closely linked to suicide risk
Research team proposes public health, economic policies to reduce suicide rates by tackling social vulnerability in communities