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Illustration of supernova in the Milky Way
Unlocking the cosmos with AI
Professor leads efforts at an institute that could transform our knowledge of astrophysics
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Paul Hergenrother
Flightpath Biosciences licenses microbiome-sparing antibiotic developed at Illinois
Chemistry professor leads effort for a better way to fight the most difficult infections
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Daniel Simons
The psychology of being duped
Professor co-authors "Nobody's Fool" to discuss what makes us susceptible to fraud
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John Barnard
Believing in the necessary
John Levi Barnard’s writing and teaching inspire others to face the challenges of our times
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Space invaders art on a wall
Space Invaders and the modern age
French professor examines the symbolic influence of a secretive, playful artist
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Molecular illustration of cystic fibrosis
Clinical testing launches for potential treatment for cystic fibrosis
LAS chemistry researcher leads team developing inhalable molecular prosthetic
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James O'Dwyer
Team finds reliable predictor of plant species persistence, coexistence
The examination of years of data reveals key insights into longevity
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Lijun LIu
Geologists challenge conventional view of Earth’s continental history, stability with new study
Scientists examine how continental plates remain stable despite significant damage
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Former President Barack Obama looks at May Berenbaum as a woman in a military uniform holds the National Medal of Science
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