Time on ECMO machine gave former patient new lease on life
Eric Scelzi was a healthy 15-year-old boy who enjoyed soccer and competitive cycling. But in three days in 2011, he went from having a headache to fighting for his life. Read More
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Study sheds light on a ‘guardian’ protein of brain function
Mitochondria not only are the cell’s main power producers, they are also the chief cooks and bottle washers. Read More
VUMC teams with NIH on national oral history project
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is launching a project with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to record and preserve voices of local community members. Read More
Occupational Health offers free measles vaccine for employees
All Vanderbilt University and Medical Center employees may obtain an MMR vaccine at no charge through the Occupational Health Clinic. Read More
Vanderbilt publications, engagement series recognized by CASE
Three publications produced by Vanderbilt University News and Communications and an engagement event series sponsored by Vanderbilt’s Development and Alumni Relations division have received top awards in the 2015 CASE District III competition. Read More
13 students chosen as newest class of Ingram Scholars
Thirteen incoming first-year students have been chosen as the newest members of the Ingram Scholarship program. The 13 are among 831 high school seniors who applied for the prestigious program. Read More
VUCast Extra: Learning Outside the Classroom
What do Vanderbilt undergraduates do outside the classroom? Watch as our undergrads create solutions, create change and create magic as part of Immersion Vanderbilt. Read More
Snow daze
The winter storm that swept through Middle Tennessee this week brought a little bit of everything to Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the rest of the region — rain, sleet, ice, snow, high winds and bitter cold temperatures. Read More
Vanderbilt Summer Camp Fair rescheduled for March 13
Due to severe weather, the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center has rescheduled its annual Summer Camp Fair for Friday, March 13. Read More
Limited submission opportunity: 2015 David Mahoney Neuroimaging Program
Vanderbilt University may nominate one candidate for the 2015 David Mahoney Neuroimaging Program. This award provides $200,000 over three years for projects aimed at improving human brain and brain-immune functioning in health and disease. Read More
Polarization over president high in Argentina: LAPOP
A poll by the Latin American Opinion Project shows that Argentines have responded to the death of prosecutor Alberto Nisman with anger and resignation. Read More
Stay safe from carbon monoxide poisoning during cold snap
With temperatures in the next few days predicted to be the coldest of the winter so far, people using space heaters to get some extra warmth into their homes need to be aware of a potential silent killer—carbon monoxide. Read More
Alumna’s Dannijo is the Accessories Startup the A-List Adores
Who are you wearing? This Oscar season, expect to hear Dannijo answered among some of the leading brands of fashion. Founded by Danielle Snyder, BS’07,… Read More
Classes resume Feb. 18
Classes are resuming Wednesday, Feb. 18. Read More
New insight on how brain performs ‘mental time travel’
A new brain mapping study pinpoints the areas of the brain responsible for “mental time travel." Read More
Enjoy spring with new Vanderbilt Osher classes
The 2015 Osher Lifelong Learning spring term at Vanderbilt, geared for those 50 and older, includes classes on religious beliefs and extraterrestrials, modern art, financial strategies, and diplomat Henry Kissinger. Read More
Make note of security issues in new Outlook iOS and Android app
Vanderbilt IT would like to raise the community’s awareness about security issues with the new Outlook application for iOS and Android devices launched by Microsoft in January. Read More
Impact Symposium to feature Rudy Giuliani, Anna Deavere Smith, more
Vanderbilt’s Impact Symposium is marking its 51st year with lectures by award-winning playwright and actress Anna Deavere Smith, "Washington Post" columnist Eugene Robinson, ESPN host Stephen A. Smith and former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani. Read More
Some employees will receive revised W-2s
A printing error occurred in reporting the cost of employer-sponsored health coverage on some Vanderbilt employees' W-2s. This amount is for informational purposes only and does not affect income tax rates or calculations. Read More
Our favorite #vandygram photos of the week
See all of our favorite photos – along with a round up of other Vanderbilt-related social media – on the Get Social website. Share… Read More
