Melanie Moran
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Fields medalist brings informal style to Vanderbilt
When Vaughan Jones was 5 years old, he made his first mathematical discovery. Read MoreOct 21, 2011
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DigitalVU: Using technology to engage students beyond the classroom walls
Watch video of an Oct. 20 presentation “Using technology to engage students beyond the classroom walls” with Corbette Doyle and Stephanie Milne. This session provides a hands-on look at Twitter as a tool to encourage students to think critically about course content — before, during and after class ends. To… Read MoreOct 21, 2011
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Register for Oct. 17-21 DigitalVU events
The fourth annual DigitalVU month is in its third week with a great lineup of speakers and events. Register today. Read MoreOct 14, 2011
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Expand your technology horizons at DigitalVU events
The fourth annual DigitalVU month is under way with a great lineup of speakers and events. The month of workshops, open houses, lectures, discussions and more is designed to share information on all things online, from social media, to video, to programming topics and more with members of the Vanderbilt… Read MoreOct 10, 2011
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Register now for DigitalVU technology events
The fourth annual DigitalVU month is under way. The month of workshops, open houses, lectures, discussions and more is designed to share information on all things online, from social media, to video, to programming topics and more with members of the Vanderbilt community. View a current listing of… Read MoreSep 30, 2011
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DigitalVU month kicks off Oct. 3
The fourth annual DigitalVU month kicks off Oct. 3. The month of workshops, open houses, lectures, discussions and more is designed to share information on all things online, from social media, to video, to programming topics and more. View a current listing of events and RSVP. Several… Read MoreSep 26, 2011
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Primer on political impacts of Sept. 11
Thomas Schwartz Thomas Schwartz, professor of history, recently responded to an interview request from a journalist in São Paulo, Brazil, about the lasting political impacts of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Professor Schwartz’s responses provide a concise overview of the lasting impact of a day… Read MoreSep 2, 2011
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Memories may skew visual perception
New research from Vanderbilt University indicates images held in our working memory may skew perception of current events. (iStock) Taking a trip down memory lane while you are driving could land you in a roadside ditch, new research indicates. Vanderbilt University psychologists have found that our visual perception… Read MoreJul 19, 2011
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Why people with schizophrenia may have trouble reading social cues
Impairments in a brain area involved in social perception may help explain why individuals with schizophrenia have trouble reading social cues. Read MoreMay 24, 2011
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Beware phishing linked to Bin Laden’s death
Information Technology Services at Vanderbilt wants to remind the community of the dangers of email phishing scams, which spike following major news events, such as the death of Osama Bin Laden. ITS cautions all Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff to exercise additional caution and to stop and think before clicking… Read MoreMay 2, 2011
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Vision researchers present new findings at spring meetings
Scientists from the Vanderbilt Vision Research Center will present new findings at two national vision conferences in May. Read MoreApr 28, 2011
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Subscribe to Research News @ Vanderbilt for latest news on discovery
The latest news about discoveries by Vanderbilt researchers is available on the university research news channel, Research News @ Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 21, 2011
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VUspace for individuals being retired
In the near future, University Web Communications, in partnership with ITS, will make available new options including themes and tools that Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff can use to host and maintain their individual Web pages. Read MoreApr 6, 2011
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Power to Greek Row restored
An April 4 shot of storm damage to Greek Row. Power has been restored to the area and downed trees and limbs are being cleared. (Jenny Mandeville / Vanderbilt) Power has been restored to most of the Greek Row area. Power to the Lamda Chi Alpha house is expected to… Read MoreApr 6, 2011
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New minor in scientific computing launched
Educating students in diverse disciplines in scientific computing is the aim of a new interdisciplinary major being offered this fall. Read MoreApr 1, 2011
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Researchers put school choice options under the microscope
Vanderbilt education experts explore the complex issues surrounding school choice in new book published this month by Harvard Education Press. Read MoreMar 14, 2011
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Brain imaging may hold clues to help children improve grammar
Researchers have for the first time successfully used brain imaging to predict how children will respond to programs that help them improve their grammar. Read MoreMar 11, 2011
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Grammy-nominated recording artist holds show to benefit Susan Gray School
Courtesy of LynnMarie When Nashville recording artist LynnMarie learned that her son, James, would be born with Down syndrome, her world stopped. “I didn’t think I could go on, much less continue with my career,” she said. “As the years went, by I found myself sitting in my bathrobe,… Read MoreFeb 25, 2011
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Feb. 24 women’s basketball game postponed: Time moved to 5 p.m. Friday
The Commodores’ postponed women’s basketball game with Florida will now tip off at 5 p.m. Friday in Memorial Gymnasium. Read MoreFeb 24, 2011
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Tennessee pre-k students see 82 percent gain over peers
Students in Tennessee's state prekindergarten program experience an average of 82 percent greater gains in literacy and math skills over their peers who do not attend state pre-k. Read MoreFeb 24, 2011