Science + Tech

New research could transform design of brain implants for neurological disorders to make them safer, more effective

Every year on the third Tuesday in March, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) leads the celebration of World Social Work Day, when social workers worldwide stand together to advance a common message for social justice, human rights and social development globally, all through the…

The Office of Energy and Sustainability recently honored faculty, staff and students who excel at making the university and greater community a greener place to live and work with Sustainability Champion awards. Congratulations to Department of Materials Science and Engineering Chair Alp…

With further testing, discovery may offer new target for early detection and treatment Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have discovered molecules that present the potential to drive the development of gastric cancer—among the world’s deadliest forms of the disease. Gastric, or…

Imagine a robot that not only reminds you to take your medication, but helps you navigate your home and offers companionship. This type of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology could be a reality for seniors in the not-too-distant future. An interdisciplinary team at Case Western Reserve…

Study supported by $8M National Institutes of Health grant Researchers at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals (UH) will use state-of-the-art medical technologies they invented—and licensed to Lucid Diagnostics Inc.—to detect esophageal precancer, specifically Barrett’s…

The CWRU team led by Professor Xiong (Bill) Yu received the first prize in the 2024 Intelligent Water System challenge competition organized by Water Research Foundation and Water Environmental Federation. The team presented an intelligent water solution titled ‘AI-Platform for Accurate Water…

This is the quarterly notice to remind all supervisors (including faculty who supervise staff) that a completed Personnel Action Form (PAF) must be promptly processed whenever an employee is leaving the university for any reason. Please always download a fresh Personnel Action Form from…

We are pleased to share that Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) has been recognized by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) with a merit award of outstanding for its Cancer Center Support Grant submission in 2024. Further, NCI’s ranking allows Case CCC to apply for a merit extension for the…

Shanina Knighton, adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, shared her tips on where bacteria hides in your kitchen and what you can do about it. We're all aware of many areas in our kitchen that can become havens for germs: the telltale aromatic sponge, the trash…