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University Research Institutes & Centers
About the structure and lifecycle of URICs![CIERA image](../../images/ciera-360x200.png)
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Center for Sleep & Circadian Biology (CSCB)
Advances basic and translational research on sleep and circadian rhythms![CSB image](../../images/synth_bio-13uqkp4.jpg)
Center for Synthetic Biology (CSB)
Creates engineered biological systems for compelling applications in medicine, materials, and energy![CLP image](../../images/clp_tpi-image360x200-dpi.jpg)
Chemistry of Life Processes Institute (CLP)
Uses precise knowledge of human proteins to defeat disease and launch the next era of precision medicine
Affiliate:
Proteomics Center of Excellence (PCE)
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Initiative at Northwestern for Quantum Information Research and Engineering (INQUIRE)
Integrate and advance its strengths in quantum science, a field that promises to transform communications, security, metrology, sensing, and computing![DevSci image](../../images/devsci-1pj5u84.jpg)
Institute for Innovations in Developmental Sciences (DEVSCI)
To motivate and lead transformative science to engender a “healthier, earlier” population– beginning even before birth– and continuing throughout the lifespan.
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Institute for Policy Research (IPR)
Advances interdisciplinary, nonpartisan social science research on key policy-relevant issues![ISGMH image](../../images/isgmh-1-360x200.jpg)
Institute for Sexual & Gender Minority Health & Wellbeing (ISGMH)
Conducts research to improve the health of SGM communities![ISITA image](../../images/isita-1by1tt2.jpg)
Institute for the Study of Islamic Thought in Africa (ISITA)
Facilitates interdisciplinary research on the Islamic tradition of learning in Africa![IIN image](../../images/iin-26x8gmm.jpg)
International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN)
Catalyzes and unites cutting-edge nanotechnology research educational programs, and supporting infrastructure
Affiliates:
Convergence Science & Medicine Institute (CSMI)
Ronald & JoAnne Willens Center for Nano Oncology (WCNO)
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Materials Research Center (MRC)
Advances cross-disciplinary materials science research, collaboration and commercial innovation
Affiliates:
Center for Scientific Studies in the Arts (NU-ACCESS)
Computationally-Based Imaging of Structure in Materials (CuBISM)
Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC)
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National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB)
Integrate mathematics and biology in order to transform the practice of biological research![NAISE image](../../images/dnd_cat-27r4peh.jpg)
Northwestern - Argonne Institute of Science & Engineering (NAISE)
Fosters research collaborations in energy, biological systems and national security
Affiliates:
Center for Hierarchical Materials Design (CHIMAD)
Northwestern Center for Water Research (NCWR)
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Northwestern-Fermilab Center for Applied Physics and Superconducting Technology (CAPST)
Explores superconductivity for applications ranging from particle accelerators to quantum computing.![NUANCE image](../../images/nuance-1tgckwh.jpg)
Northwestern University Atomic & Nanoscale Characterization Experimental Center (NUANCE)
Operates a state-of-the-art analytical characterization instrumentation facility
Affiliates:
Soft and Hybrid Nanotechnology Experimental Resource (SHYNE)
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Northwestern University Clinical & Translational Sciences (NUCATS)
Accelerates translational innovation by providing consultative resources and expertise![Paula M. Trienens Institute for Sustainability and Energy image](../../images/isen-28eb4gn.jpg)
Paula M. Trienens Institute for Sustainability and Energy
Enterprise-wide Institute for global sustainability and energy research, education, and engagement
Affiliates:
Center for Catalysis & Surface Science (CCSS)
Center for Molecular Quantum Transduction (CMQT)
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Program of African Studies (PAS)
Facilitates research and education on Africa for faculty, students and professionals![QSIB image](../../images/cbie-1v4b52j.jpg)
Querrey Simpson Institute for Bioelectronics (QSIB)
Develops Bio-integrated electronic technologies that provide revolutionary capabilities for biomedical research and clinical healthcare![SIS image](../../images/sis-2gy67r1.jpg)
Science in Society (SIS)
Addresses STEM education needs for underserved groups through long-term partnerships and authentic learning experiences![SQI image](../../images/sqi-z2luys.jpg)
Simpson Querrey Institute for BioNanotechnology (SQI)
Promotes research convergence in basic science, engineering, and medicine to improve human health
Affiliates:
Center for Regenerative Nanomedicine (CRN)
Center for Bio-Inspired Energy Science (CBES)
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