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Popular diabetes and weight-loss drug may reduce risk of dementia
Researchers at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine have found that semaglutide, a popular diabetes and weight-loss drug, may lower the risk of dementia in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Dementia, a condition that slowly makes it harder for people to remember things and think clearly,…
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Meet CWRU’s champion of research biosafety 
Colleen Karlo Executive Director of Regulatory Compliance Committees, Office of Research Administration, Office of Research and Technology Management Area of Focus: research regulatory compliance and biosafety Through education and collaboration, Colleen Karlo equips investigators with…
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Case Western Reserve University, University of Cincinnati experts study platelet-inspired therapeutics to treat traumatic brain injury and hemorrhage 
Air Force Research Laboratory grant funds nanomedicine research Anirban Sen Gupta Case Western Reserve University and University of Cincinnati (UC) researchers have received an Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) grant to test platelet-inspired nanotherapeutics to treat traumatic brain…
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10 unique things to do around Cleveland this summer
Whether you're staying on campus for summer classes or simply soaking up the season in University Circle, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy Cleveland in the summertime. The city comes alive with festivals, outdoor music, neighborhood block parties and pop-up food events—many of which are free or…
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New grant from UL Research Institutes launches industry-focused fellowship for STEM PhD students at Case Western Reserve
A new graduate fellowship at Case Western Reserve—backed by UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and a matching investment from the university’s Office of Research and Technology Management—will prepare STEM PhD students for impactful careers beyond academia. The ULRI Graduate Fellowship Program will…
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Art history in action: Erin Benay is at the forefront of redefining humanities education
Sawyer Brent usually kept the slogans and sketches in his tattered notebook to himself. But in 2023, he joined a new after-school program—Pressing Matters at Cleveland's Zygote Press—where he learned to carve linoleum blocks, ink them and print his designs on posters and shirts. His artwork—bold…
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How Canadian wildfire smoke affects air quality in Cleveland: A CWRU faculty member weighs in
A gray haze hung over Cleveland last week as smoke and soot from raging wildfires in western Canada swept over our region. Southwesterly winds carried harmful toxins and pollutants with them, resulting in an air quality advisory that warned those in sensitive groups to stay indoors to minimize the…
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Pancreatic cancer vaccines eliminate disease in preclinical studies
Case Western Reserve University researchers combat deadly cancer with therapeutic vaccines
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Honoring outstanding staff members for their contributions to CWRU
Case Western Reserve staff members are essential to the university’s success, providing vital support and services across campus. Their dedication enriches the student experience, fosters a productive learning atmosphere, drives the university forward and elevates its impact. Each year, four…
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What allergy remedies really work? CWRU professor debunks myths
As seasons change, temperatures rise and flowers begin to bloom, many find themselves battling more than just spring fever, the feeling of excitement, restlessness or extra energy that individuals may get when spring arrives. From sneezing and itchy eyes to congestion and fatigue, allergies can…