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August 11, 2026
Ancient bacterial signals from cell powerhouses may fuel excessive inflammationUIC study shows that proteins released from mitochondria can trigger immune cells.
July 20, 2026
UIC researchers find druggable target to make metastatic cancer cells easier to killResearchers discovered an ion channel that controls cancer cell stiffness.
July 14, 2026
New cell imaging method shines a light on blind spotsTechnique allows scientists to watch cell signaling.
July 2, 2026
Chancellor’s Translational Research 2026 awardeesThe program supports innovations that have strong commercialization potential.
June 24, 2026
UIC scientists get $2.67M to study pediatric brain tumor treatmentsHigh-grade gliomas are the leading cause of cancer death in children.
June 18, 2026
UIC research reveals unusually fast lithium-ion transportThe findings could be used for clean energy and lithium recovery.
June 9, 2026
New antibiotic attacks bacteria in never-before-seen wayUIC scientists have discovered a new antibiotic to fight against drug-resistant superbugs.
May 26, 2026
UIC and UI Health: Reshaping the future of telesurgeryResearchers at UIC and UI Health are challenging accepted beliefs […]
May 4, 2026
Big Brothers Big Sisters linked to lower violence and substance use among youthUIC study tracks youth outcomes over four years across 13 states.
April 24, 2026
Three teams selected for Convergence Intelligence Seed Funding ProgramDear colleagues, We are excited to share that three joint […]