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Partnership brings cohort from Mexico City for two-week summer intensive and cultural exchange

College courses tackle big questions through research
Through inquiry-focused classes, undergraduates are making novel findings in fields as varied as biomechanics and social science

Nobel laureates, other experts sound alarm on mounting risks of nuclear war
Major assembly at UChicago concluded July 16 with steps to cut risk of global catastrophe

Avery Willis Hoffman appointed the Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director of the Court Theatre
Hoffman to begin Nov. 1, will succeed longtime artistic director Charles Newell

Neil Shubin nominated as next president of National Academy of Sciences
Renowned evolutionary biologist to lead esteemed organization beginning June 2026

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Amanchukwu Lab: Creating better energy storage systems

Step inside the laboratory as Chibueze Amanchukwu and his team investigate the chemistry that could lead to better batteries and systems to turn carbon dioxide into fuels.

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.

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Episode 162

Are your medications safe and effective?, with Jerry Avorn
Doctor says we need to strengthen the FDA’s approval process on certain prescription drugs

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

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