New Therapeutic Targets for Colon Cancer
Study shows inhibiting GATA6 protein slows tumor growth in mice.
Read StoryStudying Blood-Brain Barrier Injuries
Unique genetic, structural changes seen after barrier disruption.
Read StoryMechanisms Supporting Cellular Adhesion
Protein complexes found underlying adhesion and tissue repair.
Read StoryProtein Biomarkers and Preterm Infant Care
Study explores protein expression across gestational development.
Read StoryWhat Makes Us Unique
In the heart of downtown Chicago, Feinberg invites students, faculty and staff to be part of a forward-thinking institution committed to improving human health through education and discovery.
News Center
Media Coverage
Pope Francis stable a day after respiratory crisis, spent ‘long periods’ off noninvasive ventilator
AP News Feb 28, 2025
COVID, Flu and RSV: Why Older Adults Need to Get VaccinatedUS News & World Report Feb 20, 2025
Testosterone Therapy Is Trending—for Women. Here’s What to KnowTIME Feb 19, 2025
Trump says there are ‘two sexes.’ Experts and science say it’s not binary.Washington Post Feb 19, 2025
Heart Failure Deaths Are Increasing. New Treatments Could Help.New York Times Feb 18, 2025
About Us
Discover Feinberg
At Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we’re inspired by possibility and undaunted by complexity. Go inside our world-class laboratories and classrooms and meet our leaders, who are dedicated to improving the future of all human health.
Prizes Awarded by Feinberg
Feinberg awards two annual prizes to honor scientific work of lasting significance; visit the links below to learn about eligibility, nominations and past winners.
Women in Medicine
Women make up over half of our medical students and trainees; are leading over $200 million in funded research and represent over 100 senior leaders at Feinberg. Learn more about the contribution of women at our medical school: those trailblazers of the past; the chairs, chiefs and investigators of today; and the trainees and students who are developing into medicine’s future leaders.
Physician-Scientist Training & Resources
We offer a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and formal training programs to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists. Explore all of the resources and hear from housestaff who are making research a major part of their career development plans.
Northwestern Medicine Magazine
Read Our Latest Issue
In the latest issue of Northwestern Medicine magazine, explore recent innovations and discoveries in the study of epigenetics from investigators in Feinberg's Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, learn about the groundbreaking work being done at the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute as it celebrates 20 years as a premier destination for heart care, read about the impact that student research at Feinberg has on helping to shape the future of medicine, discover how a new joint initiative between Feinberg and Northwestern University McCormick School of Engineering aims to steer the development of noval research “neighborhoods” on Northwestern’s Chicago campus, and meet the new chair of Preventive Medicine, Mercedes Carnethon, PhD.
Connect with Us
