Information Density: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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[H2] ‘Toxic’ Molecule Proves Vital
Study shows metabolic byproduct may play a crucial role in early development. read story

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[H2] Exploring Protein Energy Landscapes
New method may improve data-driven modeling and protein engineering. read story

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[H2] Lysosomal Dysfunction and Neurological Disorders
Study finds mutation linked to severe neurodegenerative conditions. read story

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[H2] Celebrating the MD Class of 2026
Feinberg honors graduating medical students at commencement. read story

[H3] Welcome to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, a forward-thinking institution in the heart of downtown Chicago committed to improving human health through education and discovery.

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[H4] Scientific Innovations
Our faculty members contribute to a vibrant and dynamic research enterprise, with their work often published in high-impact journals.
View Our High-Impact Research

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[H4] Academics
Our more than 200 clinical, graduate and professional programs provide a challenging and diverse environment for training and discovery.
Take a Northwestern Direction

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[H4] Top-Ranked Care
Our medical school connects our top-ranked university with top-tier healthcare systems.
Read about our latest rankings

[H2] News

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Wearable Polygraph Detects Hidden Stress

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Policing Plagiarism of Ideas in Generative AI-Assisted Research Writing

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Honors Day Celebrates Medical School Excellence

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Spatial Transcriptomics Guides Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research

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[H2] Media Coverage

ABC News
College Athlete’s Wisdom Tooth Surgery Leads to Leukemia Diagnosis
May 25, 2026

The Hill
How little screen time should your kids have? Federal report offers guidance
May 21, 2026

The Washington Post
The App that Helped Me Manage My Jet Lag
May 20, 2026

CNN
New Surgeon General’s Advisory Raises Alarm About Screen Time Risks for Kids and Teens
May 20, 2026

TODAY
Is Beef Tallow Healthy? What Cardiologists Want You to Know
May 14, 2026

CNN
PCOS, a Condition Impacting Millions of Women Worldwide, Gets a New Name
May 13, 2026

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[H3] The Latest From Northwestern Medicine Magazine
Meeting Patients Close to Home The opening of the Bronzeville Outpatient Center makes world-class healthcare more accessible. Read the Latest Issue

[H2] Training Brilliant Scientists & Honoring Bold Breakthroughs

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[H4] Physician-Scientist Training & Resources
The Starzl Academy offers a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and formal training programs to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists.
Visit the Starzl Academy

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[H4] Prizes Awarded by Feinberg
Feinberg awards annual prizes to honor scientific work of lasting significance; visit our Prizes section to learn about eligibility, nominations and past winners.
Explore Our Prizes

[H4] Northwestern Medicine Podcast Network
Listen to shows from the Northwestern Medicine podcast network to hear about the latest developments in medical research, healthcare and medical education.
Podcast Network

[H3] Information For
Prospective Students
Faculty
Scientists
Staff
Residents & Fellows
Alumni
Donors
Patients

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Improving Lives Through Research
[H3] At Northwestern, critical research and scholarship happens every day, much of it fueled by federal funding.
Why Our Research Matters

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Why Northwestern?
[H3] Live and train in the dynamic and diverse city of Chicago.
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[H3] Contact Us
School Leadership
Medical School Directory
Departments, Institutes & Centers
Media Inquiries

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[H1] Deepening workplace connections and developing meaningful careers.

At Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we aspire for employees to find their niche and feel motivated to do their best work. While our staff are connected in our shared mission to improve human health, the Staff Engagement Committee was formed to deepen that connection and address professional needs specific to Feinberg staff.
ABOUT US

[H2] Support for Feinberg Staff

[H4] Events
The Feinberg Staff Engagement Committee hosts, sponsors and co-sponsors events throughout the year for all staff as well as smaller groups.
See Events

[H4] Professional & Career Development
Resources are available across Feinberg and Northwestern, from peer mentoring to certificate and degree programs.
Get Professional Development

[H4] Awards & Recognition
Browse recognition programs beyond pay and benefits for staff contributions and accomplishments.
See Recognition Opportunities

[H4] Communities of Practice
Communities of Practice bring together staff members who share interests and expertise across units and departments, so they can collaborate and innovate.
Join or Start a Community

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[H2] Staff Matter at Feinberg

Without the dedicated efforts of staff members in every department, center, institute and administrative unit, the successes we’ve achieved in becoming a premier academic health center simply would not be possible. I’m exceptionally proud of the medical school’s commitment to engaging and inspiring one another to do our very best work. This commitment helps us all excel, but it is also essential to our larger mission of improving human health.
Eric G. Neilson, MD, Vice President for Medical Affairs, Lewis Landsberg Dean

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[H1] Brilliant scientists. Bold breakthroughs.

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Save the Date for Research Day: September 10

[H4] High-Impact & Top-Ranked
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine ranks among the best of research-oriented medical schools. Explore our faculty members' recent contributions to the school's thriving research enterprise.
View Publications

[H2] By the Numbers

$3 Billion total economic impact of Northwestern research

$1.9 Billion economic impact in the Chicago region alone

14,500 jobs supported nationally

Our research impact About Feinberg Research

[H2] Our Focus
[H3] A comprehensive approach to innovation

[H4] Basic Research
In more than 120,000 square feet of renovated web lab space and through six dedicated basic science departments and centers, Feinberg investigators are making the fundamental discoveries necessary to improve human health.

[H4] Clinical Research
Our investigators conduct more than 6,000 clinical trials each year, giving more than 50,000 local patients and volunteers the opportunity to improve their health and help advance science.

[H4] Translational Research
Our translational research efforts accelerate how quickly transformative scientific discoveries make their way to patients and the community while working to increase the quality, safety, efficiency and speed of our innovations.

[H4] Public Health Research
At the top NIH-funded institution for public health research, we are working to advance collaborative investigations that will improve the health and well-being of all individuals and communities, from here in Chicago to around the world.

[H4] Community-Engaged Research
Community partnerships are a key component of our research as our scientists work to create culturally relevant, community-centered solutions for addressing real-world health and healthcare challenges.

[H2] Investigator Support

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[H4] Cores
Feinberg invests in the establishment and support of centralized core facilities to provide our investigators with the instruments and services they need.
Browse the cores

[H4] Training
We are committed to training, mentoring and inspiring future scientists. Learn about Feinberg’s research opportunities and educational programs.
Get Research Training

[H4] Research Tools
Access the resources we offer to help the scientists and administrators within our research community in their work toward advancing medicine.
See Research Tools

[H4] News

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Wearable Polygraph Detects Hidden Stress

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‘Toxic’ Molecule Plays Vital Role in Gene Regulation and Development

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Policing Plagiarism of Ideas in Generative AI-Assisted Research Writing

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[H4] Podcasts

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How a Tiny Device Could Transform Fetal Surgery with Aimen Shaaban, MD

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Is Antimicrobial Resistance Threatening Modern Medicine? with Jennie Kwon, DO

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Improving Testing and Diagnosis of Hepatitis C with Claudia Hawkins, MD, MPH

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[H4] Events

Jun
04

Renal Grand Rounds - Annie-Claire Nadeau-Fredette
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Jun
05

CRS Transformative Technologies Forum
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Jun
07

2026 Cancer Survivors' Celebration Walk & 5K
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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[H4] Take a Virtual Tour
Our 360-degree virtual tour allows you to explore our research labs, classrooms and dynamic urban streetscape on your phone, device, desktop or VR headset. Step inside and experience our campus from a first-person point of view.
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[H1] Search Faculty Profiles

[H2] Faculty Profiles

Feinberg invites you to meet our faculty. Using faculty profiles, you can search for an expert, locate scientific collaborators or identify a mentor for your training experience. The Faculty Affairs Office coordinates the academic appointment process; directs recruiting for Feinberg’s chair- and director-level positions; and supports faculty in their continued development.
Alphabetical Listing
Faculty by Department
Faculty Profiles FAQ

[H2] At a Glance
Feinberg offers a premier medical education and top-notch research programs in large part because of the expertise, experience and dedication of its faculty. Numbering about 4,920, the medical school's faculty roster includes some of the best minds and hearts in medicine and biomedical research. Many have gained national and international prominence.

Note: Investigators are on the tenure track
All FacultyNumberRegular Faculty2,362Health System Clinicians 955Contributed Service482Research Faculty333Coterminus85Adjunct and Visiting216Emeritus226Lecturers and Part-time262 Regular Faculty by GenderNumberWomen1,216Men1,130Unspecified16 Regular Faculty by Career TrackNumberInvestigators378Team Scientists122Clinician Educators1,862

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