New Molecule Blocks ‘Undruggable’ Cancer Protein

Northwestern Medicine scientists have created a small molecule that reduces expression of MYC, a cancer-causing protein involved in a wide variety of cancers.

Northwestern Explores Science of ALS at Les Turner Symposium

Faculty, staff, students and trainees gathered for the ninth annual Les Turner Symposium on ALS and NeuroRepair, a one-day event highlighting the present and future of treating ALS.

Medical Student’s Short Film Raises Awareness About Survivors of Sexual Assault

Mike Boctor, a first-year student, combined his passions for film and medicine by directing an award-winning short film about the healing process for survivors of sexual assault.

New Link Between Mitochondria and Neurodegeneration

A study published in the Journal of Cell Biology showed that mitochondrial stress in neurons can cause an enzyme imbalance that contributes to neuronal dysfunction and death.

Student Investigates Skin Conditions and Beyond

Costner McKenzie, a fourth-year medical student, delves into how gender and social norms impact the use of sun protection, in the hopes of designing interventions to increase its use.

First Robotic Esophagectomy Performed at Northwestern Memorial Hospital

The procedure results in smaller incisions, less pain and shorter recovery for patients diagnosed with esophageal cancer, one of the deadliest cancers.

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