The Loss of a Rural Hospital Is Devastating for a Local Community
As rural-area hospitals continue to shutter their doors at a concerning rate across America, SPH professors discuss what is driving these closures and how public health can help affected communities receive the care they deserve.
ED Restructuring; Government Reopening; Defense Research
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ANNOUNCES STRUCTURAL CHANGES As part of its plan to “dismantle” the Department of Education (ED), the Trump Administration announced on Tuesday it would use interagency agreements to move oversight of certain ED activities to other federal agencies. Among other changes, the Department of Labor (DOL) would assume responsibility for college preparatory programs […]
BU Neuroscientist’s “Riveting Debut” Book Discusses “How to Change a Memory”
Steve Ramirez draws on research and his own life for insights into the science of remembering, including creating false memories.
Senator Rev. Warnock (D-GA) Preaches Against Inequality at Marsh Chapel 75th Anniversary Service
BU President Melissa Gilliam echoes call for inclusivity and finding common humanity. The Rev. Raphael Warnock, Georgia’s junior US senator, told congregants at Marsh Chapel’s service that the Bible and Christian faith summon them to fight inequality on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Georgia US Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock Preaches Against Inequality at Marsh Chapel 75th Anniversary Service
BU President Melissa Gilliam echoes call for inclusivity and finding common humanity.
Women Veterans, Science Leaders, Better Clinicians
FACULTY EXPERT BU Researcher Helps Women Veterans Find Their Place After Serving Their Country BU Professor Tara Galovski started the Women Veterans Network (WoVeN) in 2017 with six participants. Now, 6,500 women have joined from all 50 states and Puerto Rico. See how she is fostering meaningful connections RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT National Science Foundation Honors 6 […]
10 Ways BU Researchers Could Revolutionize Cancer Care
Researchers across Boston University are working on innovative and potentially lifesaving projects that could transform cancer prevention, treatment, and care. We picked 10 that bring hope for the future.
With New Technology and Innovative Treatments, BU Cancer Research Is Saving Lives
Boston University researchers are leading the fight against cancer with tests that detect the disease earlier, effective medicines that extend patients’ lives, and other breakthroughs that help more people get lifesaving care.
Government Reopens; NIH Leaders; AI & Education
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REOPENS On Wednesday, the longest government shutdown in United States history ended after 43 days, as the President signed into law a spending package that funds the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, and legislative branch agencies through fiscal year 2026. The new law maintains other agencies’ current […]
National Science Foundation Honors 6 BU Researchers with CAREER Awards
Recognition as rising stars from the NSF will support projects on safer robots, more trustworthy healthcare AI, and other computer science–infused innovations.