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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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Students, faculty reflect on data science major after Fall Quarter launch

January 26, 2023

Students are now able to seize the data with Northwestern’s new data science major, which began in Fall 2022. The University first approved the major in Spring 2021, followed by over a year of hiring...

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NU researchers develop highly efficient tandem solar cell including perovskite material

January 26, 2023

Each rainbow features the full range of the electromagnetic spectrum, including wavelengths from red to violet and beyond. But, these wavelengths can present an obstacle for scientists working to harness...

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Dearborn Observatory continues providing space to explore the stars more than 135 years later

January 26, 2023

Northwestern community members can see the stars each week at the Dearborn Observatory, which remains a must-stop spot for star-gazers more than 135 years after it first opened. “The first night we...

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Northwestern study links intergenerational swimming abilities and lack of resources for minority groups

January 23, 2023

Feinberg professor of pediatrics Dr. Michelle Macy saw cultural disparities in swimming long before she became a doctor. Growing up as a swimmer, she was aware of the class and racial divisions on the...

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Computer science Prof. Samir Khuller named ACM Fellow

January 23, 2023

The Association for Computing Machinery named Samir Khuller, the Peter and Adrienne Barris Chair of Computer Science, an ACM Fellow. This award recognizes the top 1% of ACM members for “outstanding”...

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