Category: Science and Technology
Deep underground, Brandeis scientists mine for dark matterJune 11, 2019Journey into a former gold mine as assistant professor of physics Bjoern Penning and members of his lab work to build a vessel that will detect dark matter, a mysterious substance believed to make up most of the universe, for the first time ever.
Gabbay award given to scientists whose research brought about new cancer treatmentsMay 22, 2019The prestigious honor went to Dario Campana and Michel Sadelain for their work on CAR T-cell therapy.
Eve Marder and Irv Epstein named University ProfessorsMay 3, 2019The distinguished scientists were given one of the university's highest honors for making major contributions to their fields.
Brandeis biochemist Jeff Gelles elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences April 17, 2019Jeff Gelles, the Aron and Imre Tauber Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
A way forward for the Cathedral of Notre Dame April 16, 2019Fine arts professor Charles McClendon comments on the horrific fire at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris and the path toward renovating the iconic building.
The first-ever photo of a black hole is a really big dealApril 10, 2019Physicist John Wardle, who was part of the team that produced the image, explains why it's a major scientific breakthrough
Yu ‘Yuki’ Dai wants to revolutionize how we think about brain illnessApril 4, 2019Working in professor Shantanu Jadhav's laboratory changed Yuki Dai's perspective on neuroscience and psychology.
PhD alumna Karen Uhlenbeck is first woman to receive Abel Prize in mathematics March 19, 2019The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters awarded the Abel Prize, known as the "Nobel Prize" of mathematics, to Karen Uhlenbeck, MA'67, PhD'68. She is a pioneer in her field and in championing gender equality in mathematics.
Artificial intelligence meets public broadcasting’s archivesMarch 18, 2019Computational linguist James Pustejovsky and his lab are using AI to index and catalog some of the most famous programs in public television and radio history.
On the record with this year's Rosenstiel Award winnerMarch 12, 2019Harvard professor Stephen C. Harrison talks about his groundbreaking research on protein structure, his work on the HIV virus and his passion for science.
Introducing SciLinkR.comMarch 12, 2019A new website aims to bring together researchers and educators to promote science.
How do insects feel the heat?March 5, 2019New research in fruit flies by biologist Paul Garrity’s lab suggests it may be related to “Heating and Cooling Cells” in the insects’ antennae.
Andrew Kolodny on '60 Minutes': Did the FDA ignite the opioid epidemic?Feb. 24, 2019On CBS News' "60 Minutes," Brandeis senior scientist Andrew Kolodny goes in-depth about what the Food and Drug Administration can do to curb the nation's opioid addiction crisis.
Brandeis receives grant to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM classesFeb. 20, 2019
Physicist Marcelle Soares-Santos receives prestigious Sloan Research FellowshipFeb. 19, 2019The award goes to early-career researchers who show exceptional promise.
Brandeis scientists reveal the secret behind fruit flies at Waltham High SchoolFeb. 15, 2019Researchers from Nobel laureate Michael Rosbash's Brandeis lab taught a biology class at Waltham High School in an effort to inspire the next generation of scientists.
Biochemist Jeff Gelles honored by Biophysical SocietyFeb. 14, 2019The researcher was cited for his contributions to single-molecule biophysics.
Your mouth helps you smell tasty foods Feb. 12, 2019New research by senses expert Don Katz shows that what happens in our mouths while we eat causes us to like the smells of certain foods.
The future of electronics is photoswitchesFeb. 1, 2019But until now, it's not been easy to observe them in action. New research by assistant professor of chemistry Grace Han may change this.
The National Academy of Sciences honors scientist Eve MarderJan. 29, 2019The organization called Marder "one of the most influential neuroscientists of her generation."
Robot eels, muscle shirts and other ways active matter will revolutionize the futureJan. 18, 2019Physicist Seth Fraden explains what active matter is and how it can be used to create machines and materials that behave like living organisms.
Older people can come to believe their own liesNov. 29, 2018New research shows that within an hour of telling a falsehood, seniors may think it's the truth.
Physicist Aparna Baskaran wins prestigious early career award Nov. 20, 2018Baskaran was cited for her research on soft matter.
The theory that the universe is a hologram explained in under 5 minutes Nov. 16, 2018Listen to the first episode of our new podcast where scientist Matthew Headrick explains one of the most mind-blowing ideas in physics.
- Harvard scientist Stephen C. Harrison honored with 48th Rosenstiel Award for research on proteins and virusesOct. 15, 2018
Harrison's work has shown how viruses invade cells, enriching our understanding of influenza, HIV, Ebola and dengue.
What does a black hole look like?Oct. 12, 2018We don't know for sure because we've never been able to take a picture of one. That may all be about to change.
Parkinson's disease researcher wins Gabbay AwardSept. 25, 2018Lorenz Studer, a stem cell scientist at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, will receive the prestigious prize on October 9.
Biologist Avi Rodal recognized for outstanding mentorshipSept. 13, 2018The NIH said Rodal is "someone who has created an even higher standard of mentorship in an institution already known to place high value on mentorship."
Teaming up to learn how Boston’s elderly perceive getting olderSept. 10, 2018Anthropology professor Sarah Lamb and her undergraduate research assistant, Gianna Petrillo, are studying notions about successful aging among Boston’s elderly community.
Get to know this year's Diversity, Excellence and Inclusion ScholarsAug. 30, 2018The program at the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences provides selected master’s students a full scholarship, a $10,000 stipend and health insurance.
Nobel laureate Michael Rosbash's 5 must-read books about scienceAug. 29, 2018Wondering what to read? The winner of the 2017 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has some suggestions.
SciFest VIII: The legend continuesAug. 15, 2018An annual tradition, SciFest lets students present the research they did over the summer.
Brandeis and Hampton University renew science partnershipAug. 13, 2018The two universities will work together to increase diversity in the sciences and develop new materials.
The Crown Center and the Brookings Center for Middle East Policy Partner to Enhance Policy-Relevant Knowledge of the Middle EastAug. 9, 2018The Crown Center for Middle East Studies at Brandeis University and the Center for Middle East Policy at the Brookings Institution have announced a joint outreach project, commencing this September in Washington, DC.
Rewiring the brain to fight epilepsyAug. 4, 2018Biologist Suzanne Paradis' lab suppressed seizures in mice by changing the connections between neurons.
Congrats to the graduates of Science Boot Camp 2018!Aug. 1, 2018Students in the Science Posse program endured 11 grueling days of classes, exams and homework. Then they had to deliver public presentations on their research.
Provost Research Awards fund early-stage inquiry, teaching innovationJuly 25, 2018The Provost's Office has announced this year's recipients of the Provost Research Awards, given to support innovations in teaching and research at Brandeis. Some $500,000 was awarded to 43 projects selected from 94 proposals.
Neuroscientist Eve Marder’s research chronicled in a new bookJuly 23, 2018Read an excerpt to discover how the eminent scientist achieved her insights into the human brain by studying neurons on the stomach of lobsters.
- Senior Scientist Andrew Kolodny addressed National Governors Association ConferenceJuly 20, 2018
Senior Scientist and Opioid Policy Research Collaborative director Andrew Kolodny made remarks about fentanyl and the opioid epidemic at the National Governors Association Conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
A homecoming and major honor for biophysicist Dorothee KernJuly 17, 2018The Professor of Biochemistry went to the city of Halle, Germany to be inducted into Germany’s National Academy of Sciences. She also got to see her parents and friends and visit the basketball court where she became a champion athlete.
Build the Wall? The Maya did it over 1,000 years agoJuly 6, 2018President Trump isn't the first to think about a fence along the border. Anthropologist Charles Golden has found remnants of Maya border walls from over 1,000 years ago.
Future leaders in health and medicine flock to BrandeisJuly 5, 2018The Global Youth Summit on the Future of Medicine provides motivated teenagers with a platform to engage with the continuously evolving medical field.
Susan Birren reflects on her time as dean of Arts and SciencesJuly 2, 2018The professor of biology talks about her tenure, Brandeis' future and her return to scientific research.
Brandeis receives $1 million grant to boost science educationJune 26, 2018A portion of the funds will go toward supporting talented, underrepresented students. New, smaller classes will be offered alongside introductory courses.
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