How to Break Symmetry in Colloidal Crystals

New research shows, for the first time, how low-symmetry colloidal crystals can be made – including one phase for which there is no known natural equivalent.

Microplastic Pollution Lingers in Rivers for Years Before Entering Oceans

Researchers have found hyporheic exchange — a process in which surface water mixes with water in the riverbed — can trap lightweight microplastics that otherwise might be expected to float.

‘Fitbit for the Face’ Can Turn Any Face Mask into Smart Monitoring Device

Northwestern Engineering researchers have developed a new smart sensor platform for face masks that uses a tiny magnet to attach to any N95, cloth, or surgical face mask.

Trustee, Alumnus, and Benefactor Louis Simpson Dies

Simpson, one of Northwestern’s ‘foremost champions’ and his wife, Kimberly Querrey, have provided support to the University in countless ways, including gifting funding to create the Querrey Simpson Institute for Bioelectronics.

T32 Grant for CARE One of First in Field of Regenerative Engineering

RE-Training is designed to educate the next generation of regenerative engineers using a three-member mentor team and relevant exposure to both clinical and industrial experiences through CARE’s partners.