Science + Tech

Assistant Professor Biomedical Engineering Hamid Charkhkar’s journey into engineering began with a fascination for electrical motors and circuits, leading him to pursue an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering. During his studies, he was intrigued by how electrical principles could be…

When it comes to diseases such as cystic fibrosis (CF), gene editing—a process that alters the biological properties of cells—can be fundamental in driving treatment. But as promising as it is  in lab settings, effectively reaching patients’ lung cells with such treatments has been challenging. The…

Case Western Reserve University students seeking guidance are encouraged to participate in one-on-one meetings with Provost and Executive Vice President Joy K. Ward, available on Oct. 2, Nov. 5 and Dec. 2. Meetings will be scheduled in 10-minute increments, offering students the opportunity to…

When it comes to diseases such as cystic fibrosis (CF), gene editing—a process that alters the biological properties of cells—can be fundamental in driving treatment. But as promising as it is in lab settings, effectively reaching patients’ lung cells with such treatments has been challenging. The…

Learn what leadership at Case Western Reserve University, the CTSC’s grant partner institutions, and community thinks about trust. Trust is a nonnegotiable aspect of relationship building and sustainability. Defined by the Oxford Dictionary as a “firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability,…

Case Western Reserve University values excellence by advancing diversity, equity and inclusion through inclusive thinking, mindful learning and transformative dialogue. The university's strategic plan, Think Big, calls on us to uphold those values and build a respectful, diverse and effective…

Explore the possibilities of digital scholarship through a series of library workshops this Fall R, Python, ArcGIS, Constellate, Census Data, Open Access! Through a series of introductory, hands-on workshops, learn how open source, digital tools allow you to explore research in new ways and advance…

Midwifery students seize opportunity for professional growth On a chilly February day, a room of nearly 100 midwives buzzed with energy and anticipation. They were gathered for the annual American College of Nurse Midwives' Midwifery Forward conference in Findlay, Ohio, where five students from…

Nursing school faculty and alumni advise on award-winning film By Amanda Brower While maternal mortality rates across the globe are dropping, there is one exception: the U.S., where the rate is 10 times higher than in Europe, according to the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease…

University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University research team reports a novel treatment after traumatic brain injury that prevents progression to chronic neurodegeneration Violent blows or jolts to the head can cause traumatic brain injury (TBI), and there are about 5 million people in…