My Northwestern Medicine October 7, 2026

Pioneering Physician-Scientist Delivers 2026 Nemmers Prize Lecture

Pioneering Physician-Scientist Delivers 2026 Nemmers Prize Lecture

Jean-Laurent Casanova, MD, PhD, the recipient of the 2026 Mechthild Esser Nemmers Prize in Medical Science, visited campus to deliver the Nemmers prize lecture on September 30.

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Study Reveals Brain Cells that Drive Anxiety After Cannabinoid Exposure

A new Northwestern Medicine study has identified a set of neurons that play a role in generating anxiety after exposure to cannabinoid drugs, especially under stressful conditions.

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Yancy Receives 2026 Herbert W. Nickens Award

Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MSc, chief of Cardiology, the Magerstadt Professor, and vice dean for health equity, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Herbert W. Nickens Award from the Association of American Medical Colleges.

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Global Health Knowledge Hub Conference Fosters Collaboration and International Partnerships

Faculty, students and staff from Stellenbosch University and Northwestern University colleagues convened at the recent SU/NU Global Health Knowledge Hub Conference.

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Wayne Expands Ambulatory Practice Responsibility

Chief medical officer Diane Wayne, MD, has stepped into the new role, overseeing Northwestern Medical Group ambulatory practices at the academic medical center in addition to Northwestern Memorial Hospital and focused on advancing strategic goals and elevating patient care.

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Partnership Inspires High School Students to Explore Healthcare Careers

West Chicago Community High School students who speak Spanish get hands-on emergency medicine experience at Central DuPage Hospital.

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