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The College of Science at Northeastern University in Boston offers programs in physical sciences, life sciences, and mathematics. Share with us: #COSconnects

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What can mescaline reveal about the brain?

Professor Craig Ferris and doctoral student Noah Cavallaro are studying how the psychedelic compound affects brain activity and sensory perception.

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Is waking up at 5 a.m. really the secret to success?

Researchers Briana Taylor and Matthias Schlichting explain how psychology, biology, and circadian rhythms shape our sleep patterns and daily routines.

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Congratulations to James Monaghan on receiving an Accelerating Research through Collaboration Award from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center!

The award will advance research on skeletal development and regeneration.

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The universe is about to get its most detailed map yet.

Physics professor Jonathan Blazek is helping lead dark energy research with the Legacy Survey of Space and Time, revealing new insights into the cosmos.

Read more: https://t.co/JfcsYj8cbi

#COSConnects #Physics

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Congratulations to our Biology Project Lab team on receiving a $358,570 Massachusetts Life Sciences Center Postsecondary Education & Training Grant!

The funding will expand research training for future life sciences professionals.

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Could New England seafood stay closer to home—from boat to plate?

Marine and environmental sciences professor Jonathan Grabowski explores how research can support the future of New England fisheries.

Read more: https://t.co/wjr8f04E3C

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Congratulations to Assistant Professors Alberto de la Torre and Calina Copos on receiving 2026 NSF CAREER Awards! 🎉

This prestigious award recognizes their innovative research and potential to lead advances in their fields.

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How is technology changing the way we experience soccer?

Network science researcher Brennan Klein explores how data, AI, and technology are reshaping the game — from VAR decisions to fan experiences.

Read more: https://t.co/kj7X8fiSX4

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Northeastern is helping protect the trees that gave Oakland its name.

As climate change threatens coast live oaks, a new initiative is planting climate-adapted saplings to build a more resilient urban forest.

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Plants could hold clues to the future of medicine.

Chemistry and chemical biology professor Jing-Ke Weng explores how plant-derived compounds can help researchers discover therapies and better understand human health.

Read more: https://t.co/h2ZseeWyDS

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How do World Cup crowds get synchronized so quickly?

Network science professor Brennan Klein explores how fan celebrations can spread through crowds as examples of collective behavior and synchronization.

Read more: https://t.co/ifWN7F1GHC

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What can wildfires teach us about protecting ecosystems?

Biology professor Sarah Swope helps students explore wildfire ecology, including how fire shapes ecosystems and informs wildfire management.

Read more: https://t.co/Hc53XGw0HU

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How do you “bend it like Beckham”?

Physics professor Arun Bansil explains the science behind soccer’s curved shots, including how spin, speed, and the Magnus effect work together to send a ball bending through the air.

Read more: https://t.co/ZBnA6kK0Pp

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Could existing drugs hold clues to the future of longevity research?

Physics professor Albert-László Barabási explores how aging-related gene networks could help identify drugs that may impact the biology of aging.

Read more: https://t.co/nLFHXc1ZeK

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How are scientists using AI to transform the way they do research?

Professors Jeffrey Agar and Michael Pollastri explore how AI tools support scientific discovery and help researchers tackle complex questions.

Read more: https://t.co/XO192XAK2s

#COSConnects #AI #Science

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Please join us in congratulating Mark C. Williams on his appointment as Dean of Northeastern University's College of Science.

As Chair of Physics, Dr. Williams has expanded research, supported students and faculty, and advanced collaboration.

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Could wastewater help power the clean energy transition?

Chemistry and chemical biology professor Damilola Daramola explores how wastewater could provide critical materials for clean energy technologies.

Read more: https://t.co/WgpvVofoGH

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An interstellar comet may hold clues about the early universe.

Physics professor Jacqueline McCleary explains how 3I/Atlas’s unique chemistry offers insight into the formation of distant solar systems.

Read more: https://t.co/T53HmHPldN

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Why did algae turn the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool green?

Biology professor Lianyong Wang explains what causes algal blooms, why not all algae are harmful, and how these organisms impact aquatic ecosystems.

Read more: https://t.co/jrOrokgviV

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Christopher Nolan’s "The Odyssey" is bringing Homer’s epic to a new generation.

Linguistics director and professor Adam Cooper explores how language choices reflect the evolution of storytelling across generations.

Read more: https://t.co/O85kgoQDQO

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