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From the President: Propelled by impact, enduring with purpose
As the 2026 bicentennial of Case Western Reserve University draws closer, I’m filled with pride to be part of an institution that holds true to its core values and mission. With these as our guide, we have persisted during times of war, years of economic growth and instability, periods of civil…
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Providing peace of mind
Law students are helping Clevelanders protect their heirs—while gaining real-world experience
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With AI, we can … Drive business innovation, efficiency and better decisions
The invention of the steam engine fueled the industrial revolution, paving the way for mass production, giant transportation networks and the global economy. The impact was profound, unprecedented and previously unimaginable. Sound familiar? Today, artificial intelligence in the workplace has…
Larry Sears kneels, smiling, holding a remote control with tracks in a space at think[box].
Larry Sears is still building—and having fun
When students enter the Larry Sears and Sally Zlotnick Sears think[box], they might find one of its namesakes at a workbench, soldering or swapping ideas with fellow makers. “You learn by watching what other people are doing,” said Larry Sears (CIT ’69), who holds or co-holds nearly 20 patents.…
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Cracking the glass floor
Researcher Marissa Scavuzzo pursues advances in neuroscience, while pulling the next generation into the discovery process
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Unearthing pieces of the past
A summertime course immersed students in a Greek archaeological dig
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The alarmingly dirty life of everyday objects
Shanina Knighton is rethinking how we stay healthy—one phone, kitchen and bathroom at a time
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With AI, we can … Use better tools to improve care
How one nurse leader sees the role of AI
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With AI, we can … Share tools with the community
In January, Case Western Reserve University launched a program to help Cleveland-area residents better understand and use generative artificial-intelligence tools including ChatGPT and other chatbot services. The online training program covers the basics—from explaining how generative AI works…
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Turning an idea into a viable company
The journey of Elizabeth Clayborne, MD, (MED ’11; GRS ’11, bioethics), from emergency medicine resident to successful entrepreneur began with her desire to fix a daily frustration. Clayborne saw countless people come to the emergency room (ER) with nosebleeds and sometimes wait hours for…