Breakthroughs Podcast
Listen to the people behind the science.
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is a research-intensive medical school that fosters powerful collaborations on a thriving academic medical campus. We are driven by our mission to transform the practice of medicine and profoundly impact human health beyond the individual patient. We believe better answers only come from discovery.
Recent Episodes
How Our Genes Predispose Us to Infection with Jean-Laurent Casanova, MD, PhD
September 28, 2026
In this episode, Jean-Laurent Casanova, MD, PhD, discusses his paradigm-shifting discoveries and what they reveal about immunity, genetic predisposition and why some people develop life-threatening infections while other...
Why It’s Important to Analyze Research Data by Sex with Nicole Woitowich, PhD
September 14, 2026
In this episode, Nicole Woitowich, PhD, executive director of Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Science Institute (NUCATS), discusses her new study examining how well biomedical research is incorporating...
What is the Genetic Overlap Between Autism and Schizophrenia? with Peter Penzes, PhD
June 8, 2026
In this episode, Peter Penzes, PhD, discusses a recent discovery of a schizophrenia biomarker and how this research could one day offer earlier diagnosis, more precise treatment, and better outcomes for patients.
How a Tiny Device Could Transform Fetal Surgery with Aimen Shaaban, MD
May 26, 2026
In this episode, Aimen Shaaban, MD, explains how a hair-like device was developed, how the device works and what it will take to bring this technology out of the lab and into clinical care.
Is Antimicrobial Resistance Threatening Modern Medicine? with Jennie Kwon, DO
May 11, 2026
In this episode, Jennie Kwon, DO, discusses the growing global threat of antimicrobial resistance and why this crisis could fundamentally disrupt modern medicine.
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Continuing Medical Education Credit
Physicians who listen to this podcast may claim continuing medical education credit after listening to program episodes.
Target Audience
Academic/Research, Multiple specialties
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify the research interests and initiatives of Feinberg faculty.
- Discuss new updates in clinical and translational research.
Accreditation Statement
The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation Statement
The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.