@NUCATSInstitute

Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences (NUCATS) Institute: Speeding transformative research discoveries to patients and the community

 Chicago, IL
nucats.northwestern.edu/
Joined July 2009
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In the latest episode of our #BreakthroughsPodcast, Nicole Woitowich, PhD, discusses her new study examining how well #BiomedicalResearch analyzes data by sex, and where science still falls short. 🔗 spr.ly/6016BGrPQq
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In case you missed it: Michael Ellis, PT, DPT, recently joined the Science in Translation podcast by Northwestern University Clinical & Translational Sciences Institute (@NUCATSInstitute) to discuss exciting developments in #rehabilitation research, lessons learned from the ongoing PRALINE stroke recovery trial and more. Listen to the full episode: nucats.northwestern.edu/abou…
Graphic that reads: Podcast Appearance. Featured guest on the Science in Translation podcast. Michael Ellis, PT, DPT.

ALT Graphic that reads: Podcast Appearance. Featured guest on the Science in Translation podcast. Michael Ellis, PT, DPT.

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"Chicago is an epicenter for rehabilitation research." 💪 Bridging the gap between rehabilitation research and patient care is part of what Michael Ellis, PT, DPT does as @NorthwesternMed's inaugural director of translational rehabilitation research. @NUFeinbergMed
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In this episode of “Science in Translation,” Ellis discusses the future of rehabilitation research, a groundbreaking stroke recovery clinical trial, and how collaboration and implementation science can accelerate better outcomes for patients. 🎧➡️ nucats.northwestern.edu/abou…
Science in Translation Podcast - Michael Ellis, PT, DPT

ALT Science in Translation Podcast - Michael Ellis, PT, DPT

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In the latest episode of our #BreakthroughsPodcast, Peter Penzes, PhD, discusses a newly discovered #schizophrenia biomarker and the genetic overlap between autism and schizophrenia. 🔗spr.ly/6013B8LpyP
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A novel, team-focused approach from NUCATS and @NICOatNU is bringing together faculty from across Northwestern to spark previously unexplored interdisciplinary collaboration. ⬇ spr.ly/6011B8Xejf

NUCATS x NICO Symposium Sparks Interdisciplinary Collaboration

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Faculty from 29 different areas across the university forged new connections at the Symposium to Empower High-Priority Research Collaborations, including a team whose project was awarded $50,000 in seed funding 👥 @NUFeinbergMed @NorthwesternEng spr.ly/6011B8Xejf

NUCATS x NICO Symposium Sparks Interdisciplinary Collaboration

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"The science is unequivocal. But we are waiting too long and falling behind." 🫀 In TIME, former NUCATS KL2 (K12) Scholar Sadiya Khan, MD, MSc discusses shifting our collective mindset around heart disease ⬇️ spr.ly/6019BBrIcb

Heart Disease Is Preventable. So Why Does It Kill So Many of Us?

"We have to stop treating cardiovascular disease as unexpected or inevitable," writes Dr. Sadiya Khan.

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Congratulations to the newest cohort of NUCATS K12 Scholars: Vidhi Dalal, Timothy Janetos and Keith Summa 🎉 The K12 program aims to train a workforce of investigators to implement effective clinical & translational research: spr.ly/6017BBBLkd
From left, K12 scholars Timothy Janetos, Vidhi Dalal and Keith Summa

ALT From left, K12 scholars Timothy Janetos, Vidhi Dalal and Keith Summa

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@TIMEFeb 12
Scientists can now see into the future—of your heart. Researchers at Northwestern Medicine have recently published a free online calculator that estimates a person’s 30-year risk of developing heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. since at least 1950, based on key health metrics. More than 99% of people who suffer a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure have at least one risk factor beforehand—yet many don’t know until it’s too late. We spoke with the scientist behind the technology that can help prevent this. See the full list of last year's notable health breakthroughs set to improve your life here: time.com/collections/time100…
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Nosheen Reza, MD, MS@noshrezaFeb 11
Huge congratulations to 👸🏽@HeartDocSadiya on being named to @TIME 2026 TIME100 Health! She is redefining cardiovascular epidemiology/prevention and is reshaping how we quantify risk & improve population health @NUFeinbergMed @NMHheartdoc @AHAScience time.com/collections/time100…

TIME100 Health: Sadiya Khan

Find out why Sadiya Khan is on the TIME100 Health 2026 list.

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Northwestern@NorthwesternUFeb 17
Northwestern scientists discovered that a common FDA-approved anti-seizure drug can prevent Alzheimer's plaques from forming. 🧠 "Our new results uncovered new biology while also opening doors for new drug targets," says @NUFeinbergMed's Jeffrey Savas. spr.ly/6016hjHRs

Common anti-seizure drug prevents Alzheimer’s plaques from forming

While other drugs clear existing plaques, levetiracetam prevents production of toxic amyloid beta peptides

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Novel study found antibiotic-resistant gut bacteria in large percentage of healthy moms and newborns, underscoring the risks to #neonatal health. luriechildrens.org/en/news-s… #research #pediatrics #neonatology #infectiousdiseases
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Chicago researchers, don’t miss this FREE event! 🤖 Discuss AI's impact on research 🩺 Explore what's next in translational science 💬 Network with fellow attendees Secure your spot now for the 2026 Chicagoland K Day on Feb. 27! chicagoitm.org/events/2026-c…
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In the latest episode of Science in Translation, serial entrepreneur @ProfJohnARogers talks about his collaborations with the medical community and why his often-untraditional approach to academic research is helping accelerate translational science — bit.ly/podcast-rogers
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Scientists at Northwestern have discovered a previously unknown driver of #AlzheimersDisease and developed an experimental drug that shows potential as an early treatment for the condition, per @alzdemjournals. spr.ly/6010hBRIa

NU-9 Halts Alzheimer’s Disease In Animal Model Before Symptoms Begin - News Center

In a new study, scientists have identified a previously unknown driver of Alzheimer’s disease, and an experimental drug developed at Northwestern University has demonstrated further promise as an...

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Join the 2026 Chicagoland K Day on Feb. 27! 🤝 Network with fellow Chicago researchers 🔬 Explore what's next for clinical and translational research Don't wait, register now to secure your spot! chicagoitm.org/events/2026-c…
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In the latest episode of Science in Translation, serial entrepreneur @ProfJohnARogers talks about his collaborations with the medical community and why his often-untraditional approach to academic research is helping accelerate translational science — bit.ly/podcast-rogers
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ResearchMatch@ResearchMatchJan 19
There are currently 17,250 researchers from 264 institutions participating in ResearchMatch! #Health #Research #GetMatched
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ResearchMatch@ResearchMatchJan 17
Organizations across the US are looking for volunteers in research studies. Whether you're looking for treatment or want to help researchers improve treatment, there are studies that need you! Visit our website & look up Trials Today to find studies! #Health #Research #GetMatched
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