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Big Cities Breed Partners in Crime
New model developed by Professor Daniel Abrams and the Sante Fe Institute shows it is easier to find partners in high population areas.
Shape-shifting Robot Built from ‘Smarticles’ Shows New Locomotion Strategy
Professor Todd Murphey contributed to the project, which led to a robot built entirely from smaller robots to unlock the principles of a potentially new locomotion technique.
Research Reveals Self-sharpening Mechanism in Sea Urchin Teeth
Professor Horacio Espinosa and researchers discovered that the chemical composition and microstructure of sea urchin teeth are optimized for sharpness preservation, which could influence the design of tools for mining, boring, and machining operations.Northwestern Engineering Magazine
Spring 2019: Untangling NICU Care
Soft, flexible wireless sensors allow parents to hold premature babies.
Diversifying Computer Science Through Music
Fun coding experiences for kids aim to create a more diverse pool of computer scientists.
In Team Sports, Chemistry Is a Game Changer
Past shared success improves a team's odds of future wins.
Reprogramming the Genome
Center for Physical Genomics ignites a revolution in medical research and beyond.Featured Videos
Reprogramming the Genome
Professor Vadim Backman leads the new Center for Physical Genomics and Engineering.
Diagnosing ‘Art Acne’
A multidisciplinary team studies pin-sized blisters in Georgia O’Keeffe paintings.
