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Take caution: National Weather Service forecasts near-record heat in coming days

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement regarding the high temperatures expected to impact much of Middle Tennessee in the… Read More

Soaring temperatures mean it’s time to conserve energy

(iStockphoto) As the weekend approaches, temperatures across the South are expected to soar to 100 degrees or higher. As one of the largest energy… Read More

Probing the roots of depression by tracking serotonin regulation at a new level

An interdisciplinary team of scientists have successfully tagged a protein that regulates the neurotransmitter serotonin with tiny fluorescent beads, allowing them to track the movements of individual molecules for the first time. This capability makes it possible to study the manner in which serotonin regulates mood, appetite and sleep at a new level of detail. Read More

SECURITY NOTICE: Armed robbery off campus

On Wednesday, June 27, at 12:05 a.m., a neighborhood resident was walking west on Acklen Avenue near 21st Avenue South when he was approached by a black… Read More

Sharfstein wins James Willard Hurst Prize

Daniel J. Sharfstein has been awarded the 2012 James Willard Hurst Prize for sociolegal history by the Law and Society Association. The prestigious prize,… Read More

‘Look Before You Lock’ to prevent child heat stroke and death

It took less than 10 minutes for temperatures to rise from 79 to a blazing 113 degrees inside a parked SUV on the plaza at… Read More

Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and alumni awards, appointments and achievements

Samar Ali, a Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt Law School alumna, has been named international director for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. Ali’s role… Read More

Spelling out HIV risk in urban China

Research reveals clues to HIV risk in Chinese men who have sex with other men. Read More

Vandy rocketeers come in third in national competition

For the third year in a row the Vanderbilt Aerospace Club has come in third in the national rocket competition that is part of the NASA University Student Launch Initiative. Read More

Federal Forum: Campaign Hype or Substantive Policy?

Watch video of the Federal Forum on “The Administration’s College Affordability & Completion Agenda: Campaign Hype or Substantive Policy?” hosted by The Office of Federal… Read More

“The Mighty Sky” at Dyer Observatory

Watch “The Mighty Sky,” a special event at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory featuring a presentation by Leland Melvin, NASA associate administrator for education and two-time Space… Read More

Construction work will affect Medical Center Drive

Medical Center Drive (Vanderbilt University) From 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 30, construction work will take place in front of the Vanderbilt… Read More

Eat at Mimi’s Café in July and help Children’s Hospital

Visit Mimi’s Café July 1-31 and purchase a $1 balloon icon or $5 coupon book and proceeds will benefit the Monroe Carell… Read More

Young receives 2012 DOE Early Career Award

Jamey D. Young, chemical and biomolecular engineering, has received a Department of Energy Early Career Award for his proposal entitled, “Enhancing metabolic flux to photosynthetic biofuels.” Read More

Education is the key to promoting political participation: Vanderbilt poll

The flag of the Dominican Republic (Paul Stein) One of the most important factors influencing citizens to participate actively in political campaigns in the… Read More

Grant bolsters VU autism training for Tennessee educators

A grant from the Tennessee Department of Education will allow the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center’s Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders to conduct statewide autism training for Tennessee's schools. Read More

Homepage design ranked 8th among peers

Vanderbilt’s homepage has been ranked the eighth best designed college website by digital agency the Brick Factory. The Vanderbilt homepage and top-level pages are managed… Read More

Online ticket referral program launched

Cheerleaders and fans welcoming players at the Star Walk. (John Russell/Vanderbilt) Vanderbilt athletics announced a new addition to the fan ticket experience for the… Read More

‘Breastfeeding Welcomed Here’ campaign launched

“Breastfeeding Welcomed Here” is a partnership between the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, Health Plus, and the NashVitality campaign, an organization that celebrates and promotes… Read More

Tips for a healthier Fourth of July cookout

Grilled vegetables are a healthy and satisfying summer dish. (iStock) What’s a Fourth of July cookout without burgers on the grill, creamy potato salad,… Read More