Latest news from University of Illinois Chicago on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/recommendations-for-the-u-s-ai-action-plan/?sc=rsin /articles/recommendations-for-the-u-s-ai-action-plan/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Mar 2025 20:00:18 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/lasso-shaped-antibiotic-co-developed-by-uic-evades-standard-drug-resistance/?sc=rsin /articles/lasso-shaped-antibiotic-co-developed-by-uic-evades-standard-drug-resistance/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:00:15 EST A small molecule shaped like a lasso may be a powerful tool in the fight against infectious diseases, according to a new study in Nature co-authored by University of Illinois Chicago researchers. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/new-software-finds-aging-cells-that-contribute-to-disease-and-health-risks/?sc=rsin /articles/new-software-finds-aging-cells-that-contribute-to-disease-and-health-risks/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:00:23 EST For human health, prematurely aging cells are a big problem. When a cell ages and stops growing, its function changes, which can cause or worsen cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and other chronic diseases. But these cells are also like needles in a haystack, difficult to identify by traditional scientific measures. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/autism-awareness-month/?sc=rsin /articles/autism-awareness-month/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:05:58 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/court-ruling-on-ai-generated-art/?sc=rsin /articles/court-ruling-on-ai-generated-art/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:45:44 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/intranasal-herpes-infection-may-produce-neurobehavioral-symptoms-uic-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/intranasal-herpes-infection-may-produce-neurobehavioral-symptoms-uic-study-finds/?sc=rsin Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:20:01 EST A study from University of Illinois Chicago researchers finds that herpes infection through the nose can lead to anxiety, motor impairment and cognitive issues. The research is the first to show that, by exploiting a cellular enzyme, the virus can produce behavioral symptoms. The finding emphasizes the need for prevention and treatment of a virus carried by billions of people worldwide. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/expert-available-uic-sociologist-can-comment-on-task-force-to-eradicate-anti-christian-bias/?sc=rsin /articles/expert-available-uic-sociologist-can-comment-on-task-force-to-eradicate-anti-christian-bias/?sc=rsin Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:55:42 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/how-uic-scientists-redesigned-an-effective-cancer-therapy-to-make-it-safer/?sc=rsin /articles/how-uic-scientists-redesigned-an-effective-cancer-therapy-to-make-it-safer/?sc=rsin Fri, 31 Jan 2025 17:10:51 EST University of Illinois Chicago scientists have redesigned a treatment for the most common pediatric leukemia to eliminate its severe side effects, like blood clots and liver damage. If approved, the new drug may be tolerated by a broader range of leukemia patients and even be used to treat other cancers. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/google-org-awards-uic-grant-to-launch-data-ai-program/?sc=rsin /articles/google-org-awards-uic-grant-to-launch-data-ai-program/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:00:08 EST University of Illinois Chicago undergraduate students -- in any field of study -- will have the opportunity to develop their data and artificial intelligence skills thanks to a $1 million award from Google.org. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/new-therapy-from-ui-health-offers-fda-approved-treatment-option-for-brittle-type-1-diabetes/?sc=rsin /articles/new-therapy-from-ui-health-offers-fda-approved-treatment-option-for-brittle-type-1-diabetes/?sc=rsin Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:25:39 EST Lantidra is the only treatment currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of brittle type 1 diabetes. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/uic-expert-available-to-discuss-project-2025-and-trump-s-second-administration/?sc=rsin /articles/uic-expert-available-to-discuss-project-2025-and-trump-s-second-administration/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 12:00:44 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/can-toxic-political-polarization-be-reduced-video-intervention-project-from-uic-researchers-shows-promise/?sc=rsin /articles/can-toxic-political-polarization-be-reduced-video-intervention-project-from-uic-researchers-shows-promise/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:05:59 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/uic-expert-can-discuss-tips-for-coping-with-stress/?sc=rsin /articles/uic-expert-can-discuss-tips-for-coping-with-stress/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:00:20 EST University of Illinois Chicago /articles/how-one-uic-student-is-proposing-to-advance-science-of-superconductivity/?sc=rsin /articles/how-one-uic-student-is-proposing-to-advance-science-of-superconductivity/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:55:59 EST Materials called cubic rare earth hydrides could be superconductors in everyday conditions University of Illinois Chicago /articles/despite-medical-advances-life-expectancy-gains-are-slowing/?sc=rsin /articles/despite-medical-advances-life-expectancy-gains-are-slowing/?sc=rsin Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:00:00 EST After nearly doubling over the 20th century, the rate of increase in life expectancy has slowed considerably in the last three decades, according to a new study led by the University of Illinois Chicago. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/project-will-use-ai-to-merge-health-data-with-input-from-nurses-therapists/?sc=rsin /articles/project-will-use-ai-to-merge-health-data-with-input-from-nurses-therapists/?sc=rsin Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:05:36 EST An innovative, interdisciplinary project co-led by the University of Illinois Chicago will use artificial intelligence to unify data from a broader range of health professions and create novel, holistic datasets that could transform health care, driving discoveries that positively impact patient outcomes and care. University of Illinois Chicago /articles/climate-change-will-lead-to-wetter-us-winters-modeling-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/climate-change-will-lead-to-wetter-us-winters-modeling-study-finds/?sc=rsin Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:05:27 EST Most Americans can expect wetter winters in the future due to global warming, according to a new study led by a University of Illinois Chicago scientist University of Illinois Chicago /articles/arsenic-exposure-linked-to-faster-onset-of-diabetes-in-south-texas-population/?sc=rsin /articles/arsenic-exposure-linked-to-faster-onset-of-diabetes-in-south-texas-population/?sc=rsin Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:55:01 EST Multiyear study finds that high levels of toxic metals in urine lead to high blood sugar University of Illinois Chicago /articles/breaking-the-link-between-obesity-and-atrial-fibrillation-with-a-new-cellular-target/?sc=rsin /articles/breaking-the-link-between-obesity-and-atrial-fibrillation-with-a-new-cellular-target/?sc=rsin Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:55:04 EST Blocking oxidative stress enzyme prevents, even reverses, heart condition in lab models University of Illinois Chicago /articles/kids-now-see-fewer-tv-ads-for-unhealthy-food-and-drinks-but-exposure-remains-high/?sc=rsin /articles/kids-now-see-fewer-tv-ads-for-unhealthy-food-and-drinks-but-exposure-remains-high/?sc=rsin Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:05:46 EST University of Illinois Chicago study finds children are still exposed to over 1,000 ads a year for unhealthy foods University of Illinois Chicago