Northwestern scientists have discovered a new cell in the retina which may cause nearsightedness, or myopia, when disrupted.

Meet Dr. Victoria Brander, who has been performing hip and knee replacements in countries around the world for more than a decade. 

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency warns Southern Illinoisans to be prepared for earthquakes. Just how great is the risk?

Researchers have discovered a “significant correlation” between decreases in economic opportunities and the number of school shootings reported across the country.

The journalist and author spoke Tuesday night to a crowd of more than 1,000 Northwestern University faculty, staff and students on topics of race, journalism, politics and identity.

After a contentious campaign and a surprising outcome, how will President Donald Trump utilize his inaugural address?

Can an app reduce a person’s depression or anxiety? Or predict when someone might have a manic episode? Researchers from two local universities say yes.

Just what does a two-state solution entail, and why has it been so difficult to achieve? We speak with a local expert on the Arab-Israeli conflict.

As Aleppo falls to Syrian government forces backed by Russia and Iran, we look at the United States’ role in the conflict and the region.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for word nerds! We take a look at the candidates for 2016’s word of the year.

Meet a medical doctor who moonlights as a magician. Northwestern University’s Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz joins us to explore the mysteries of medicine and magic.

While many people may think that art and science have little overlap, an annual competition at Northwestern University proves that groundbreaking research can produce striking images.

A new study offers a possible look at the future of fighting cancer and other diseases that suppress the immune system.

The influence of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical has extended beyond the stage: New courses at Northwestern University delve into the true history of Alexander Hamilton and the cultural phenomenon that is the hit musical.

Sir Fraser Stoddart was one of three scientists awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry on Wednesday for developing the world’s smallest machines.

The rare psychiatric disorder increases the risk that a mother will harm herself or her newborn, according to a recent study. A local psychiatrist explains the seriousness of the illness and how it differs from the more commonly studied postpartum depression.