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What to do about COVID-19’s psychological impact on nurses
With the COVID-19 crisis, nurses face unprecedented stressors in their professional and personal lives, write Vanderbilt School of Nursing faculty Brittany Haskell, Mathew Schroer and Marci Zsamboky in the journal "American Nurse." Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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COVID-19 and alcohol consumption don’t mix
Vanderbilt School of Nursing professor Mariann Piano, the Nancy and Hilliard Travis Professor of Nursing and senior associate dean for research, sets the facts straight about COVID-2019 and alcohol, including reasons to monitor your alcohol consumption during the current pandemic. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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CARES Act includes penalty-free distributions, changes to participant loan provisions and repayment requirements
The Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act recently signed into law earmarks more than $2 trillion to individuals and businesses and provides other financial assistance as compensation for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes several changes to retirement accounts and plans. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Faculty may nominate colleagues for Thomas Jefferson Award
Faculty may submit nominations for the Thomas Jefferson Award, given to a Vanderbilt faculty member for distinguished service through extraordinary contributions in the councils and governance of the university, through Friday, May 15. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Ascano, Zanic named Basic Sciences Dean’s Faculty Fellows
The School of Medicine Basic Sciences has established a new Dean’s Faculty Fellows program designed to recognize the efforts of faculty in the early stages of their careers. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Vox: It took a pandemic for cities to finally address homelessness
Marybeth Shinn, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Human, Organizational and Community Development, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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The Tennessean: Anyone can get tested for COVID-19 in Tennessee. The question is, should you?
David Aronoff, Addison B. Scoville Jr. Professor of Medicine, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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The Washington Times: Pandemic ignites dozens of legal battles across nation
Brian Fitzpatrick, professor of law, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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MSNBC: Businesses try to figure out what reopening looks like
William Schaffner, professor of preventive medicine, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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Biological Sciences Lecturer Converts Lab Course to Teach Students About Coronavirus
When the coronavirus pandemic triggered Vanderbilt’s mid-March transition to distance learning, Clements, like many faculty members, had just a few days to turn his hands-on lab sections into virtual learning experiences. He did it by leaning heavily on his strength: using technology to keep students engaged with course material. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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Learning in the time of Coronavirus: Faculty and students adapt curriculum, take on new roles
Distance learning brings a unique set of hurdles, but our students are up for the challenge. As the School of Medicine transitions to digital learning, medical education has adapted to meet the circumstances. Read MoreApr 20, 2020
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CNBC: Coronavirus could push Americans to lobby for a social safety net like Europe’s, experts say
CNBC interviewed Joshua Clinton, professor of political science, about Americans' shifting political priorities due to the coronavirus. Read MoreApr 20, 2020
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VUSNAPS seeking older LGBT adults for study
Vanderbilt University Social Networks, Aging and Policy Study (VUSNAPS) is recruiting older LGBT adults, between ages 50-76, across the South to participate in a study on relationships, health and aging. Read MoreApr 17, 2020
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Schedule a virtual Mindful Break with Health Plus
Health Plus Mindful Breaks are now offered via Zoom teleconferencing. Mindful Breaks allow faculty and staff to join in guided stretching and breathing to feel relaxed, rejuvenated and renewed. Read MoreApr 16, 2020
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Health Plus video: ‘Resilience to Life’s Unexpected Challenges and Stressful Events’
The Health Plus video "Resilience: Turning Challenges Into Success" provides information on ways to build attitude, skill set and healthy lifestyle practices to support having the ability to "spring" back from life’s challenges and unexpected stressful events. Read MoreApr 16, 2020
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Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering Graduate Trainee Fellowship Program accepting applications
The Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering (NISE) Graduate Trainee Fellowship Program is now accepting applications through July 15. NISE engages students across STEM disciplines in the development, deployment and commercialization of Future of Work at the Human Technology Frontier (FW-HTF) approaches and devices that support neurodiversity individuals and/or that are inspired by their abilities. Read MoreApr 16, 2020
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The Conversation: Coronavirus may wane this summer, but don’t count on any seasonal variation to end the pandemic
Ellen Wright Clayton, Craig-Weaver Professor of Pediatrics and professor of health policy, writes about the potential impact of warmer weather on the spread of the coronavirus. Read MoreApr 15, 2020
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The Open Dore: How the Center for Teaching supports faculty
In this month’s edition of the "Open Dore" newsletter, Center for Teaching Director Derek Bruff discusses the essential role the center plays in supporting Vanderbilt faculty year-round, and especially in times such as now, when there's an unprecedented and historical shift in methods and rapid adoption of new technologies. Read MoreApr 15, 2020
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Biophotonics researchers 3D print masks that accommodate filter changing
Two 3D printers at the Vanderbilt Biophotonics Center are running around-the-clock, printing protective masks rather than their usual task—prototyping components for custom optical instruments that can cost millions of dollars. Read MoreApr 14, 2020
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How the Owen Community is Responding to Coronavirus
Faculty, staff, and students are working together to learn and stay connected online during the COVID-19 pandemic Read MoreApr 13, 2020