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Flu Fighter: Dr. James Crowe is leading a global effort to take the guesswork out of the flu shot
From Vanderbilt Magazine: James Crowe, director of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center, hopes to create a universal flu vaccine--permanently eliminating the problem of ineffective or under-effective annual flu shots. Read MoreFeb 6, 2018
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Make note of congressional lobbying disclosure requirements and gift, meal and travel restrictions
With the start of the second session of the 115th Congress, the Office of Federal Relations reminds Vanderbilt employees of the current regulations regarding federal lobbying disclosure reports as well as congressional restrictions on gifts, meals and travel. Read MoreFeb 6, 2018
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USAC, American Red Cross team up for blood drive Feb. 16
The University Staff Advisory Council will team with the American Red Cross to sponsor a blood drive on Friday, Feb. 16. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sarratt Student Center. Read MoreFeb 5, 2018
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VU honors 1992-93 women’s basketball team on 25th anniversary of Final Four season
On Sunday, Vanderbilt honored the university's 1992-93 women's basketball team and former head coach Jim Foster on the 25th anniversary of the team's record-breaking season. The squad remains the only Vanderbilt team—men’s or women’s—to reach a Final Four. Read MoreFeb 5, 2018
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American Red Cross lifeguarding course offered at Rec Center
Learn how to save a life at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center this spring. The American Red Cross lifeguard certification class is an information and skills-based course, which provides participants with knowledge and skills to keep swimmers safe. Read MoreFeb 4, 2018
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WOW: ‘Mysticism in Iran: Yesterday and Today’ Feb. 21
Ashkan Bahrani will introduce attendees to Sufism, one of the major mystical traditions in Islamic civilization, from noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Student Life Center, meeting rooms 1 and 2, for "World on Wednesdays." Read MoreFeb 2, 2018
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Neuroimaging study on decision-making seeks participants
The Affective Neuroscience Lab is recruiting healthy adults between the ages of 50-65 for a multiday study of the relation between brain chemistry and decision-making. The study involves tests of cognitive (thinking) ability, personality tests and brain imaging. Read MoreFeb 2, 2018
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My Southern Health: We’ve been thinking about bone health backward
We often think about bone health from a nutritional standpoint. We analyze what we can put into our bodies to feed our bones—through diet or supplements—to make them stronger. That’s the wrong way to think about it, says Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Jonathan Schoenecker. Read MoreFeb 2, 2018
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Transportation experts dig into congestion, connectivity, conflicts at VISOR workshop
Three keynote speakers joined experts from Vanderbilt, the city of Nashville, other universities and transportation agencies for a daylong event to address mobility and traffic congestion challenges in Nashville. Read MoreFeb 2, 2018
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Black History Month activities kick off today; see full schedule of events
Black History Month activities kick off at noon Feb. 1 with food, music, fellowship and fun at the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center. Visit the BCC website for a full schedule of events throughout the month of February. Read MoreFeb 1, 2018
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Register students grades K-6 for Vandy Spirit Game Day Experience
The Vanderbilt Cheerleading and Dance Team is hosting its annual Game Day Experience event on Saturday, Feb. 17, from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn cheers, dances and a routine to perform at the men's basketball game versus Florida at 3 p.m. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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Diabetes Prevention Program info sessions Feb. 14, 15 and 20
Health Plus is offering new sessions of the National Diabetes Prevention Program for faculty, staff or their spouses with prediabetes or a history of gestational diabetes. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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Wear Red Day lunch and learn is Feb. 2
Join Health Plus from noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 2 in Light Hall, Room 202, for a special lunch with Cheryl Laffer, professor of medicine in the Division of Clinical Pharmacology, and learn about hypertension and the new guidelines. Wear red to this event and receive a heart-healthy lunch while supplies last. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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CRP Presents: National Health Care for the Homeless Council Feb. 2
The National Health Care for the Homeless Council (NHCHC) is a national organization that raises awareness and provides education on the crisis of homelessness and how it intersects with health. This presentation, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Feb. 2 at the Metro Public Health Department, will provide an introduction to who the NHCHC is, their work, and the resources they provide. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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Vanderbilt wins top prize in first round of DARPA Spectrum Collaboration Challenge
The DARPA challenge seeks to uncover efficient solutions to our increasingly connected world's equally growing appetite for bandwidth. Read MoreJan 30, 2018
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VU BreakThru: Human milk as a source of narrow spectrum antimicrobial agents
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Steven Townsend explores the role that human breast milk can play as a source of narrow spectrum antimicrobial agents in this VU BreakThru blog. Townsend brought together members of the Vanderbilt Pre-3 Initiative, a 2015 Trans-Institutional Program, to assist with his research. Read MoreJan 29, 2018
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My Southern Health: Why young men should pay attention to high blood pressure
Regular blood-pressure checks could improve health and reduce cardiovascular risks, says Vanderbilt's Heart and Vascular Institute. Read MoreJan 26, 2018
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School of Nursing pinning ceremony recognizes student completion of programs
The Vanderbilt University School of Nursing recognized Nurse-Midwifery and Doctor of Nursing Practice students with pinning ceremonies that marked the completion of their programs in December. Read MoreJan 25, 2018
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Celebration of Learning is Jan. 29
On Monday, Jan. 29, from 2 to 5 p.m., the Center for Teaching will hold a Celebration of Learning, an exhibition of students as producers. The event will feature posters, presentations and projects by students from across campus, sharing what they have learned, created, designed and discovered. Read MoreJan 25, 2018
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Enabling Innovation Initiative: ‘David Black, Accidental Entrepreneur’ Feb. 2
The Enabling Innovation Initiative will host David L. Black, clinical associate professor of immunology, microbiology, pathology and pharmacology and founder of Aegis Sciences Corporation, on Friday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. in Light Hall, Room 214. Black will present "Accidental Entrepreneur: From Scientist to Businessman in 20 Short Years.” Read MoreJan 25, 2018