My Northwestern Medicine March 4, 2026

As Superagers Age, They Make at Least Twice as Many New Neurons as Their Peers

As Superagers Age, They Make at Least Twice as Many New Neurons as Their Peers

New research shows that the brains of “SuperAgers” continue to generate new neurons in the hippocampus at levels far higher than typical older adults, and even much younger individuals.

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AI Model Predicts Language Development in Children with Hearing Loss

An advanced machine learning model predicted spoken language outcomes in children who received cochlear implants more accurately than traditional machine learning approaches, according to a recent Northwestern Medicine-led international multi-center study.

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Nobel Laureate and Distinguished Scientist to Speak at 2026 Commencement

Robert J. Lefkowitz, MD, the Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Medicine and professor of Biochemistry and Chemistry at Duke University School of Medicine, will address graduates and their guests as the commencement speaker at Feinberg’s 2026 commencement.

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Living ‘Mini Brains’ Meet Next-Generation Bioelectronics

A team led by Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab scientists have developed a new technology that can eavesdrop on the hidden electrical dialogues unfolding inside miniature, lab-grown human brain-like tissues.

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One Patient's Experience with a Robotic Mitral Valve Repair

A patient shares how Kevin E. Hodges, MD, and the Cardiac Surgery team at Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute helped him with this minimally invasive procedure.

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8 Northwestern Medicine Employees Receive Davis Award for Exemplary Care

From the Human Longevity Clinic and inpatient care to radiation oncology, primary care and more, meet the team members recognized for their service to patients and their families.

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