All Entries by Rob Mitchum

July 29, 2024

Potential new drug target found for atrial fibrillation

Genetic model suggests novel single treatment for both heart condition and stroke

A cluster of yellow and red spheres sitting inside the cavity of a blue molecule.

July 23, 2024

Dual-action antibiotic could make bacterial resistance nearly impossible 

A new drug that disrupts two cellular targets would make it much harder for bacteria to evolve resistance

A seated man speaks in front of news microphones while a woman holding a baby watches and smiles.

July 22, 2024

New maternal health research center addresses national crisis in pregnancy outcomes 

An $11 million, six-year grant will fund research, workforce training and community partnerships

July 16, 2024

Apps and AI could help personalize depression diagnosis and treatment 

Over $10 million in NIH grants will fund studies using digital tools to improve mental health

A man with a beard and glasses cranks a large metal machine in an print shop.

July 1, 2024

Exploring letterform design through LEGO, the printing press 

UIC professor’s modular project grows from classroom into global book

A clear bubble with brown opaque blobs inside of it.

June 28, 2024

Key signal for activating beige fat holds promise for obesity prevention

Pathway converts fat into a form that burns calories

Two men stand in a doorway next to a graffiti painting of a woman wearing a baseball cap with the word "unity"

June 24, 2024

Documenting Chicago hip-hop history 

UIC researchers team with museum to create interactive database of lyrics, art and more

Young African American couple of shoppers standing by large display with fresh vegetables and choosing tomatoes and other products

June 11, 2024

Radical arguments for veganism may appeal to Black populations 

UIC sociology student examined how different races and genders respond to vegan causes

Two men in lab coats crouch to examine tubing in a laboratory.

May 30, 2024

New method makes hydrogen from solar power and agricultural waste 

Biochar-assisted electrolysis from UIC reduces energy use sixfold

A woman with dark hair in a black shirt and pink blazer sitting in front of a green wall.

May 23, 2024

UIC biologist receives award to fund invasive plant research

Gabriela Nunez-Mir uses data science to create invasive plant watchlists for conservation

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