My Northwestern Medicine December 10, 2025

Wireless Device ‘Speaks’ to the Brain With Light

Wireless Device ‘Speaks’ to the Brain With Light

Northwestern scientists have developed a wireless device that uses light to send information directly to the brain — bypassing the body’s natural sensory pathways, as detailed in a new study.

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Exploring the Link Between RNA Modification and Prostate Cancer Growth

A Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered a connection between a well-known cancer-related protein and a major RNA modification process, which may inform new treatment strategies against prostate cancer.

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Comparing COVID-19 Vaccines

A recent study has provided the first side-by-side comparison of how three major COVID-19 vaccine types differ in triggering immune responses and sustaining protection.

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Hormone Therapy Does Not Increase CVD Risk in Younger Postmenopausal Women

While menopausal hormone therapy increased cardiovascular disease risk in postmenopausal women older than 70 years with vasomotor symptoms, hormone therapy did not significantly affect cardiovascular disease risk in younger postmenopausal women, according to a recent study.

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Collaboration at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Drives Stroke Care Excellence

A multidisciplinary team streamlines stroke care pathways, leading to faster treatment, improved outcomes and national nursing recognition.

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Updates from the REACT-AF Clinical Trial

Rod S. Passman, MD, discusses his trial studying the use of wearables to monitor and treat AFib with Patrick M. McCarthy, MD.

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