UChicago scientists tap the power of collaboration to make transformative breakthroughs
Partnering across fields of study can lead to advances from medicine to climate change
Did Spinosaurus hunt its prey deep underwater or from shore? Analysis continues
Two new research studies by UChicago paleontologists further discussions over mega-predator's lifestyle
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
A surprisingly simple model can explain how brain cells organize and connect
Scientists from UChicago, Harvard, and Yale propose model that could apply across a wide range of organisms
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
Sliman Bensmaia, leading expert on the neuroscience of touch, 1973-2023
Pioneering neuroscientist helped develop prosthetic limbs that can restore a realistic sense of touch to amputees and paralyzed patients.
UChicago Medicine research challenges notion that heavy drinkers more tolerant of effects than others
Those with alcohol use disorder who consumed a high amount of liquor showed significant impairment in study