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Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) has been invited to participate in the V Foundation 2018 Pediatric Cancer Research Grant Program. Vanderbilt may choose one nominee for the program. The single nominee may apply in either the V Scholar or the Translational program type for support. Read More

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 More

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 More

Our spring 2018 Creative Practice Boot Camp is a free day of workshops designed to help you relax, focus and connect with your creative process. Read More

Vanderbilt University faculty and staff are eligible for a discount on tickets to select performances of the following upcoming shows at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Read More

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 More

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 More

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 More

Regular blood-pressure checks could improve health and reduce cardiovascular risks, says Vanderbilt's Heart and Vascular Institute. Read More

The Hot Chocolate 15/5k is coming to Nashville on Saturday, Feb. 17. Road closures will be in effect, including two westbound lanes of West End Avenue from 25th Avenue to 26th Avenue from approximately 6:50 to 9:50 a.m. Read More

The International Lens Film Series kicks off tonight with Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World. The screening begins at 7:30 p.m. in Sarratt Cinema. Read More

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center's Helping Families Cope with Stress Study aims to promote children's healthy adjustment by teaching your family about the nature and effects of stress. Research participants are needed. Read More

"Forbes" states that people engage in negotiation between 8,000 to 10,000 times per year, but you might not even realize you're negotiating. Become a skilled negotiator with Executive Education’s immersive two-day program. Read More

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 More

Dionna Williams of the Department of Molecular and Comparative Pathobiology at Johns Hopkins University will speak at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, in Light Hall, Room 512. Read More

The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center launches its spring schedule of Work-Life Workshops for faculty, staff and graduate students on Wednesday, Jan. 31, with “Nutrition 101: Developing Healthy Workplace Habits." Read More

Vanderbilt staff, faculty and students can receive a 15 percent discount off ticket prices for the following performances by Nashville Ballet. Read More

So many things can cause a child’s cough. Here’s how to help soothe it. Read More

The latest dangerous teen challenge involves eating Tide Pods, which can be harmful and potentially fatal. Read More

The Vanderbilt Global Health Case Competition, sponsored by the Vanderbilt Institute of Global Health, gives students the opportunity to work together to develop solutions to global health problems. The competition is open to undergraduate, graduate and professional students from all areas of study. Read More