Communications And Marketing
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Can pre-K be fixed?
New analysis of Tennessee's state-funded pre-K is prompting reevaluation and change. Read MoreFeb 1, 2016
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A healthy corridor grows in Nashville
Action research by Peabody College students helps Nashville developers and neighborhoods envision a healthier future. Read MoreFeb 1, 2016
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Seeking the human element, Fulbright Scholar Carol Eid finds her niche
When Fulbright Scholar and former computer programmer Carol Eid decided to change her life, she chose Peabody as the best avenue for studying learning design. Read MoreJan 29, 2016
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VUCast: Which breast cancer chemo works best?
In the latest VUCast: Learn about a breakthrough breast cancer test that determines which chemo works best on a tumor; see how obese children's brains are different than those of their healthy-weight peers; and find out how "sticky mittens" could help babies later in life. Read MoreJan 29, 2016
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Nobel laureate’s lecture highlights impact of science
“Stay with science,” Nobel laureate Peter Agre, M.D., advised dozens of medical and graduate students who attended his lecture at Vanderbilt University Medical Center last week. “It will take you to fascinating places.” Read MoreJan 28, 2016
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Lecture to explore impact of sustainable agriculture
Norman Wirzba, Ph.D., professor of Theology, Ecology, and Agrarian studies at Duke University in the Divinity School, the Nicholas School of the Environment, and the Sanford School of Public Policy, will present a public lecture at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, in Light Hall, Room 214 entitled “Why Sustainable Agriculture Matters.” Read MoreJan 28, 2016
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Climate Change Literature: A New Fictional Genre about a Real Problem 1.28.16
Watch video of The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt’s winter class – “Climate Change Literature: A New Fictional Genre about a Real Problem” on Thursday, January 28th with Ed Rubin. Read MoreJan 28, 2016
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Autism study links sensory difficulties, serotonin system
Vanderbilt researchers have established a link between the neurotransmitter serotonin and certain behaviors of some children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a link that may lead to new treatments for ASD. Read MoreJan 28, 2016
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10 Questions with Danny McClanahan, mechanical engineering, math and computer science triple major
Meet Danny: mechanical engineering, math and computer science triple major who speaks both Japanese and Russian, has been a committed intern at places like Microsoft and Twitter, and flaunts formerly pink, (but now bright green) hair. Read MoreJan 27, 2016
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View Reunion educational programs online
What is driving Nashville’s growth? How does Coach Tim Corbin prepare his players for success in life off the field? Why do we meddle in the lives of others? What was it like to be the first African-American athlete in the SEC? These engaging topics,… Read MoreJan 25, 2016
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Using MRI to assess myelin health
Vanderbilt investigators report an improved model for estimating brain health, using MRI. Read MoreJan 25, 2016
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Climate Change Literature: A New Fictional Genre about a Real Problem
Watch video of The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt’s winter class – “Climate Change Literature: A New Fictional Genre about a Real Problem” on Thursday, January 21. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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New targets for diabetic retinopathy
Certain protein factors have been identified as attractive targets for treating diabetic retinopathy, a major cause of blindness in adults. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Belle Meade Walk-In Clinic debuts
Vanderbilt University Medical Center officials cut the ribbon at Tuesday’s open house celebrating the debut of Vanderbilt Health’s new Belle Meade Walk-In Clinic. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Angelaki lecture
Dora Angelaki, Ph.D., of Baylor College of Medicine, explored a computational perspective on autism at her recent Flexner Discovery Lecture. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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VU investigators use magnetism to help isolate malaria biomarker
Vanderbilt investigators have developed a way to detect malaria that is faster and more sensitive than current clinical methods — a development that has the potential to make malaria detection significantly less expensive and more stable. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Ayre named Patient Flow Center associate director
Christin Ayre, MSN, R.N., has been named the associate director of the Vanderbilt Patient Flow Center, effective Feb. 1. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Allstate support
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt will expand its teen motor vehicle safety program, “Be in the Zone — Turn off Your Phone,” with the help of a $60,000 award from the Allstate Foundation. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Vanderbilt Engineering research project on Cubesat
A satellite carrying a Vanderbilt research project is now flying in space. The research payload, built by a Vanderbilt engineering team, is the first of its kind. Barb Cramer reports the lift-off was spectacular. Read MoreJan 14, 2016
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Alumni: Reach your career goals through Vanderbilt
Take the next steps on your career path with help from the Alumni Career Services program. Whether you are just getting started, looking to make a transition or want to build skills in your current role, we offer valuable resources that will help you along the way. Read MoreJan 14, 2016