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Limited Submission Opportunity: VentureWell Faculty Grants Program
Vanderbilt University can submit 2 proposals for the VentureWell Faculty Grants Program. The program supports the creation of new or transformation of existing courses and programs to help students develop novel, STEM-based inventions and gain the necessary entrepreneurial skills needed to bring these ideas to market. The grant will provide $30,000 (overhead not allowed)for a duration of 1-3 years. Read MoreAug 1, 2018
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Vanderbilt study links gene expression, disease association data
An international team of researchers led by Eric Gamazon has integrated gene expression and disease association data to better understand the biological mechanisms of complex human diseases. Read MoreJul 27, 2018
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Vanderbilt engineers’ smart grid platform joins new Linux Foundation energy project
Vanderbilt University is the first academic partner to join a new effort by The Linux Foundation to advance open source innovation in the energy and electricity sectors, contributing both deep expertise and a platform for smart grid applications Read MoreJul 27, 2018
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My Southern Health: Valsartan recall: What you should know
If you are wondering what to do after hearing news about the recall of certain drugs used to treat high blood pressure, the first message from experts at Vanderbilt Health is this: keep taking your medication. Read MoreJul 26, 2018
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New Game Plan for Your Health video available
Step 3 of Go for the Gold, the Game Plan for Your Health video "Well-being: Keep Your Eye on the P.I.E.," is now available to view. Read MoreJul 25, 2018
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My Southern Health: Myths about type 2 diabetes
A diabetes expert sorts myth from fact when it comes to type 2 diabetes. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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My Southern Health: Low-back pain? You’re not alone … at all
Get the scoop on sciatica, one of the most common lower-back pains. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Understanding deaths from post-surgical complications
Robert Freundlich and colleagues analyzed records for nearly 1.2 million patients and found that, among patients who died within 30 days of surgery, one in five had a complication independently associated with mortality. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Fueling the MATE transporter
In new research, Hassane Mchaourab and colleagues have uncovered new insights into drug resistance that could lead to the development of new anti-cancer and antibacterial drugs. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Novel insights on “leaky” gut
Disruption of the integrity of the intestinal lining or epithelium contributes to a “leaky” gut and is a common feature of patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Yash Choksi, Christopher Williams and colleagues found that low levels of a certain protein exacerbated the condition. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Safe solid-state lithium batteries herald ‘paradigm shift’ in energy storage
Kelsey Hatzell studied the performance of a promising electrolyte for solid-state lithium batteries under real-world conditions. Read MoreJul 19, 2018
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Team finds potent antibodies against three Ebola viruses
Researchers led by James Crowe Jr. are a step closer to developing a broadly effective antibody treatment against the three major Ebola viruses that cause lethal disease in humans. The hope is that the antibodies — like heat-seeking missiles — would seek out and destroy the viruses before they can wreak havoc in the body. Read MoreJul 19, 2018
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Track activity, win great prizes with Start! physical activity program
Take the Quarter 3 Start! Physical Activity Challenge. Log activity or sync a device using Track in the Health Plus Health Guide between July 1 and Sept. 30 to earn raffle entries to win a choice of five great prizes. Read MoreJul 18, 2018
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Wellcast: Is my spending an addiction?
Listen to the Employee Assistance Program interview local therapist, Michael Murphy LCSW, about the dangers of emotional spending. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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USAC leadership announced for 2018-19
The University Staff Advisory Council announced its 2018-19 officers and executive committee chairs. USAC is an advisory group to the university’s administration on issues that are important to staff such as policies, benefits and practices. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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Risk and Insurance Management quarterly newsletter now available online
Learn about Vanderbilt's Protection of Minors policy, services offered by the Office of Risk and Insurance Management, and more in the latest edition of the office's quarterly newsletter. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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Center for Quantitative Sciences Summer Institute set for Aug. 6-17
Vanderbilt's Center for Quantitative Sciences is offering four courses in August designed to sharpen quantitative research skills and provide methods and tools to deepen understanding in biostatistics and bioinformatics. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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Lyrical Brew: Ciona Rose featuring Rebecca Wells on July 20
The Vanderbilt Bookstore's monthly poetry night, 'Lyrical Brew', will feature noted Nashville poet Ciona Rouse introducing novelist Rebecca Wells reading, discussing, and signing her books, including the best-selling Ya-Ya Sisterhood series. Read MoreJul 16, 2018
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Dore Jam set for Saturday
Vanderbilt Athletics' annual fan day activity, Dore Jam, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Vanderbilt Multipurpose Facility, offering fans an opportunity to meet their favorite Commodore student-athletes, get autographs, listen to live music and participate in an array of family-friendly activities. Read MoreJul 16, 2018
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My Southern Health: The symptoms of cholangiocarcinoma
The signs of this rare bile-duct cancer typically go unnoticed at first. Here’s what to know. Read MoreJul 13, 2018