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January 13, 2026
A new, cleaner way to make this common fertilizerUIC researchers are working on a carbon-neutral way to make ammonia, whose main ingredients are found in air and water.
January 12, 2026
The curious case of the missing endothelial cellsA mystery investigated by UIC researchers turns up a new avenue for treatment of diabetic blindness.
January 5, 2026
UIC center elevates care, compensation for Midwestern coal minersA five-year, $6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will help former and current miners get care.
December 19, 2025
UIC researchers image near-room-temperature superconductorsSuperhydrides can conduct electricity at unprecedented temperatures without losing energy.
December 18, 2025
Engineers create wearable sensor that flexes with skinDevice can measure electrolytes, glucose in sweat for real-time monitoring.
December 9, 2025
UIC biochemists advance 3D brain mappingUIC researchers created an intricate 3D map of nerve connections across a mouse’s olfactory bulb, the part of the brain responsible for smell.
November 24, 2025
How the Great Cities Institute has helped shape UIC — and ChicagoWhen it formed 30 years ago, its goal was ambitious: to make an impact in Chicago and beyond by advancing urban research and developing communities to support economic equity and community well-being.
November 21, 2025
UIC awarded $2.98 million grant to study hypertension and healthy eatingResearchers will test a diet and nutrition program combining grocery delivery, cooking classes and education.
November 20, 2025
See the faculty members who are this year’s University ScholarsAward honors faculty members for superior research and teaching, along with great promise for future achievements.
November 20, 2025
University Scholar Jun SunUniversity Scholar Jun Ma studies therapies to improve the quality of life for patients with chronic diseases.