Northwestern Professor Nina Kraus: No New Developments on September 3, 2025

Evanston, IL - As of Wednesday, September 3, 2025, there have been no new public updates regarding Professor Nina Kraus of Northwestern University following her discovery on Tuesday evening. The 72-year-old neurobiology and otolaryngology professor was reported missing by her family on Monday, September 1, after she left her home for a walk and failed to return.

On Tuesday, September 2, Evanston Police located Professor Kraus near her residence on the 1500 block of Ashland Avenue and transported her to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. No foul play is suspected in her disappearance, and Northwestern University’s School of Communication has expressed gratitude to law enforcement and community members for their swift response.

As of today, Professor Kraus remains under medical care, and the university has not issued further details regarding her condition. Authorities continue to advise anyone with additional information to contact the Evanston Police Department at (847) 866-5000.