Year: 2012

Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center has initiated tumor mutation testing for a limited number of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Read More

As more and better treatments are developed for heart disease, it is becoming more difficult to safely manage care as patients return home from the hospital. A new study led by Vanderbilt researchers highlights growing concern that the period after hospital discharge is a risky time, especially for cardiac patients. Read More

Vanderbilt researchers are investigating the potential benefits of prospective genetic testing for drug safety. Read More

The Vanderbilt Eskind Diabetes Clinic has opened its first satellite location at Edward Curd Lane in Franklin, Tenn. Read More

Nashville will have a first-ever walk for hydrocephalus Saturday, July 28, raising awareness and support for research. Read More

In an effort to offer more convenience to its Medical Center employees, Vanderbilt Human Resources will establish an HR Express in the location formerly held by the Vanderbilt Valet program in Medical Center North. Read More

Understanding how antibodies with long “loops” form may be important for HIV vaccine development. Read More

See a preview performance of The Nutty Professor, a new musical directed by screen legend Jerry Lewis and adapted for the stage by decorated composer Marvin Hamlisch and Tony Award-winning writer and lyricist Rupert Holmes, for just $15 per ticket (limit four). Previews of The Nutty Professor,… Read More

(iStockphoto) Health Plus’ Stacey Kendrick discusses tips on healthy cooking with herbs and the nutritional benefits herbs provide with Vanderbilt dietetic interns Brittany Siler and Lauren Jacoway. Listen here. Listen to interviews, tips and tidbits on a variety of health and wellness topics… Read More

Vanderbilt archaeologist Tiffiny Tung leads students to Peru where they assist in groundbreaking research into the Wari culture, a society that existed over 1500 years ago. Tung is the recipient of the 2011-12 Chancellor’s Cup.  The award is given annually for “the greatest contribution outside the classroom to undergraduate student-faculty… Read More

John “Jack” H. Venable, who ably served Vanderbilt University as a teacher and administrator for more than three decades, has died. He was 74. Read More

Stress can promote breast cancer cell colonization of bone, Vanderbilt Center for Bone Biology investigators have discovered. Read More

(iStockphoto) Vanderbilt Procurement Services has launched new multi-year agreements for office supplies with Guy Brown and American Paper & Twine, effective now. Over the past several months, the university has been engaged in sourcing and negotiation efforts to obtain the best possible combination… Read More

A 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is among the vehicles currently up for auction. (Image provided by Plant Services) Vanderbilt Plant Services’ storage and surplus warehouse is holding an online sealed-bid auction of used, as-is vehicles now through July 30, 2012. This community auction is open to Vanderbilt staff, faculty and… Read More

The Meharry Consortium Geriatric Education Center, in collaboration with the VA Tennesse Valley Healthcare System, invite you to attend the free Alzheimer’s Update Series July 20 and 27. Read More

New and proposed federal energy-efficient standards for automobiles, clothes dryers, air conditioners and light bulbs make unfair assumptions about the rationality of consumers, said researchers from Vanderbilt University and the Brookings Institution. Read More

The installation of a new lighting system at Vanderbilt Stadium will close part of Natchez Trace July 23-27. (Brandon Barca/Vanderbilt) Renovation continues on Vanderbilt’s football field, with an upgrade to the lighting system the next step in the process. A crane will be used to install new lights on… Read More

Print this flyer, distribute to co-workers and hang in your area! At Vanderbilt, celebration is an essential part of how we create community and honor the hard work and dedication behind all of our success. We invite you to participate in this series of events dedicated to celebrating… Read More

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has once again been named among the nation’s elite providers of health care services by U.S. News and World Report in the publication’s 2012-13 Best Hospitals edition. Read More

When discovering drugs for brain disorders, it’s important to test the candidates in multiple ways to avoid advancing those with restricted physiological effects. Read More