Today’s tip: With COVID-19 health precautions in place, Northwestern is providing flu shots on campus this fall. Faculty and staff have several upcoming dates from which to choose. And students can make an appointment through the University Health Service in Evanston and Chicago.

Biomaterial helps tissue regrow

An innovative orthopedic medical device fabricated from a novel biomaterial pioneered in the lab of Guillermo Ameer has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in surgeries to attach soft tissue grafts to bone. It enables cutting-edge implant designs that support the body’s normal healing process and promote tissue regeneration.

See how the biomaterial works.

Search committee formed for Law School dean search

Northwestern has formed a search committee to identify the next dean of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. The individual chosen will succeed Kimberly Yuracko, who stepped down from the role of dean on July 31. James Speta currently serves as interim dean.

William Grobman elected to National Academy of Medicine

William Grobman of the Feinberg School of Medicine has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine. His scientific and clinical work focuses on prediction and prevention of adverse obstetric health outcomes, such as preterm birth and preeclampsia.

‘Buddy program’ for computer science students

Finding an internship or job can be tough. Having the right mentor to show the way can make all the difference.

That’s what inspired Northwestern Engineering students Caryl Henry and Alayna Richmond to use their skills to develop an algorithm matching young computer science students with older ones who’ve successfully navigated the major and the recruitment process for choice internships and jobs.

Other News

Professor Emeritus Carol Lee of the School of Education and Social Policy has been named president-elect of the National Academy of Education.

Trailblazing theoretical physicist Sylvester James Gates Jr. is among the speakers at Northwestern’s International Institute for Nanotechnology Symposium on Thursday, Oct. 29.

A new Northwestern study of zebrafish will aid in the understanding of human movement and disorders.

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