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New research shows early peanut introduction reduces childhood allergies by 40%! Bouvé experts explain how early exposure activates immune tolerance. A game-changer for food allergy prevention. 🥜

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Early introduction to peanuts reduces allergies. Here’s how and why you should feed your babies peanuts
Early introduction to peanuts reduces allergies, experts say. Here’s how and why you should feed your babies peanuts.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Excited to open our Fall River nursing hub! Expanding our accelerated BSN program to train 105 nurses annually and address the critical shortage. Real-world solutions for real communities. 🎉 #NUBouve #ABSN #NursingEducation

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Northeastern opens Fall River hub to tackle dire nursing shortage
Northeastern officially opened its Fall River campus, which will host an expansion of its bachelors of science in nursing program.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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🧠 First in the US! Bouvé acquired a next-gen PET/MRI scanner to unlock new treatments for brain injuries, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's & more.

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Next gen scanner could unlock new treatments for brain injuries
The scanner, housed in Northeastern University Professor Craig Ferris’ lab, combines PET/MRI technology for better preclinical imaging.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Happy #DeafAwarenessMonth! 🤟

@nubouve.bsky.social students and faculty have worked with Deaf and hard of hearing by providing hearing evaluations and other services.

These photos from @nu-archives.bsky.social are both from the Deaf Institute in 1969.

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Black and white image of a college student and a young child at a table. The child is wearing headphones and holding something and the student is smiling at them. A device sits on the table in front of them Black and white image of two women with equipment. One is seated, holding a paper and turning a dial, and the other is standing behind her.
September 11, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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🚨 Celebrity trend alert: Using heart medication for anxiety?

Our #NUBouve experts warn about serious risks of propranolol misuse - from cardiac failure to blood clots.

Don't follow celeb trends without consulting your doctor first.

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Celebrities use this common heart medication to calm anxiety. Should you try propranolol?
Propranolol, a common beta-blocker for high blood pressure, is used off-label to ease situational anxiety, but experts warn of risks.
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September 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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🔬 Future of rehab science: AI integration, movement data analysis & more! 10 in-demand careers shaping healthcare innovation at the intersection of tech & patient care.

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10 In-Demand Rehabilitation Science Jobs
Rehabilitation science jobs are essential to optimizing peoples’ well-being. Here are the top ten job titles you should consider in this exciting field.
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September 2, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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🔬 Bouvé's Neil Maniar explains the summer COVID surge & "razor blade throat" variant. Despite an uptick in cases, hospitalizations remain at new lows.

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5 things to know about the summer COVID surge — including ‘razor blade throat’
In 2025, the dominant COVID-19 variant is called “razor blade throat.” Here are some things to know about it.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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Bouvé College researchers expose critical AI safety flaws - major models easily bypass guardrails on sensitive mental health queries.

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New Northeastern research raises concerns over AI’s handling of suicide-related questions
Northeastern researchers tested what it would take to override LLMs’ resistance to providing suicide instructions. It was shockingly easy.
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August 1, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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🎮 Bouvé's Amy Lu shows active video games + storytelling = 7 more minutes daily exercise for kids with obesity. Gaming for health!

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How active video games could benefit children with obesity
Northeastern researchers explore how combining exercise-based games with animated stories could motivate children to be more active.
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July 18, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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🔍 Why did the Karen Read trial captivate millions? Our applied psychology prof explains: "Having something that seems like a puzzle that people can get together and try to solve is almost entertainment. It's like an escape."

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Why did Karen Read attract so many fans, and what’s next for trial watchers?
The criminal case out of a small suburb of Boston went on to captivate the nation. Why was that and what’s next for Read?
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July 3, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Northeastern pharmacy professor Brandon Dionne named fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America

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Northeastern pharmacy professor Brandon Dionne named fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America
One of the highest honors in infectious diseases, the fellowship recognizes scientific excellence and commitment to compassionate care.
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June 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Humbled and honored to announce that I’ve been granted tenure at Northeastern University and promoted to Professor in Public Health and Health Sciences in @nubouve.bsky.social
June 11, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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WATCH LIVE: Bouvé College of Health Sciences Clinical and Practice Doctorate Celebration 2025 🎉🎓🐾

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Commencement 2025 - Bouvé College of Health Sciences Doctorate Celebration
Click here to watch the livestream of the 2025 Bouve Doctorate Ceremony Ceremony at Northeastern University.
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May 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Get ready! #NUGivingDay 2025 is only 28 days away.
Support from Bouvé alumni, families, and friends enhances our programs and allows us to provide the best possible experience.

Explore our funds and help make a difference for current and future Huskies ➡️ ow.ly/5wz050VgAmZ

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March 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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How accurate are the new at-home flu tests?

#Northeastern experts explain ➡️ news.northeastern.edu/2025/03/03/a...

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How accurate are the new at-home flu tests? Northeastern experts explain
With a severe flu season impacting thousands and COVID still a thing, should you stock up on the new at-home tests for flu and COVID?
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March 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Genes play a role in whether someone gets Alzheimer’s, but new research from Bouvé professor Craig Ferris found that diet may have a greater impact on whether someone gets this disease.

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Does diet outweigh genetics when it comes to Alzheimer’s risk? Northeastern research offers insight
Psychology professor Craig Ferris was part of a team that evaluated the effects of a high-fat, high-sucrose diet on Alzheimer’s risk.
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February 24, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Raising backyard chickens has become more popular, but with the ongoing H5N1 bird flu outbreak, flock owners need to take extra precautions.

Learn more about what you need to know to protect yourself and your flock here ➡️ news.northeastern.edu/2025/01/31/b...
Is your backyard chicken flock putting you at risk of bird flu?
Samuel Scarpino, Northeastern expert in pathogen surveillance, says the risk is low but people should take precautions against the disease.
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February 19, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Don't miss tomorrow's "Graduate Greatness with David Madigan".

Learn directly from some of Northeastern University’s most accomplished leaders.

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February 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Oscar contender "The Brutalist" sparks debate for using AI to enhance actors' Hungarian accents, raising questions about authenticity and AI's role in Hollywood creativity.

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Why is Oscar contender ‘The Brutalist’ sparking controversy for its use of AI?
“The Brutalist,” frontrunner in the Oscar race, faces backlash after it was revealed that AI was used to enhance the lead actors’ Hungarian.
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February 6, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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The debate over 'gain of function' research is heating up. Should scientists enhance viruses to prepare for pandemics, or is the risk too great?

#Northeastern experts weigh in on this critical policy question here ➡️ news.northeastern.edu/2025/01/30/w... #NUBouve
What is ‘gain of function’? Why scientists are divided about the risk and benefits of experimenting with deadly viruses
Donald Trump is the latest president to consider a halt to research that enhances the transmissibility of possible pandemic pathogens.
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February 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Answers to frequently asked questions about how #Northeastern University is responding to the actions and policies of the new administration can be found here ➡️ news.northeastern.edu/new-politica...
Navigating a New Political Landscape: Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ is intended to share real-time information about the impacts of the new administration and the university’s response.
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February 4, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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This week, Bouvé Dean Carmen Sceppa is hosting the latest Graduate Greatness webinar. Join her on Wednesday, February 5 at 10:30!

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February 3, 2025 at 2:37 PM