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April 28, 2025
Editor's Note: In Thursday's MyVU, the headline of the Quantum Potential podcast story was inaccurate and has been corrected below.
 
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Logan Northcutt is driven to fight cancer and support future scientists
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Hear from Class of 2025 graduate and cancer biologist Logan Northcutt on his dream to inspire young scientists. Read More
RESEARCH
Winning the War on Bacteria
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Crucial research by Neil Osheroff and his lab have lead to approval of the first new class of antibacterial drugs in decades. The drug, gepotidacin, developed by GlaxoSmithKline under the brand name Blujepa, will be available starting later this year, potentially bringing relief to thousands of women who struggle with uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Read More
ATHLETICS
Ashby drafted by Patriots
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Vanderbilt cemented its special teams reputation Saturday as long snapper Julian Ashby was chosen by the New England Patriots in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Ashby was selected 251st overall and is the first draft pick under Clark Lea to have finished his eligibility at Vanderbilt. Read More
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Glimpses of some soon-to-be graduates! 🎓
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This Week at VU
 
April 29, 2025
Noon • Alumni Hall 206
Postdoc Career Development Faculty Panel
May 1, 2025
4:10 p.m. • Faculty Commons
Faculty Senate Meeting and Reception Celebrating Spring Faculty Award Winners
May 2, 2025
6 p.m. • Hawkins Field
Baseball vs. #18 Alabama
Upcoming Events
 
May 2–31 | 'Scalarities: Race, Space and Miniature Art' Exhibition

May 5 | Maymester Begins

May 8 | Graduates Day

May 9 | Commencement
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Forbes: Measles updates: Illinois reports first case of 2025
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PopSugar: We can't escape the allure of reality competition shows
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LADBible: Insane side by side photos of woman show alarming effect of eating too many carrots
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