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Watch: ‘Watts, Metabolism, Data Analytics: Science’s Impact on Cycling over 25 Years’
Join the School of Medicine Basic Sciences’ monthly Lab-to-Table series for a conversation with former Tour de France and Olympic athletes about science and cycling. The discussion will touch on the athletes’ personal experiences with training, coaching and medicine in cycling and how biomedical science has shaped their efforts. The virtual event will be Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 11 a.m. CT. Read MoreAug 3, 2021
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Peabody faculty awarded special education research grants totaling $4.5M
Two faculty from Peabody College of education and human development have been awarded grants totaling $4.5 million from the National Center for Special Education Research. Read MoreAug 2, 2021
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Vanderbilt completes controlled implosion of Carmichael Towers East
Vanderbilt University’s Carmichael Towers East came down safely in a controlled implosion on Saturday to make way for a new world-class residential college on campus. Read MoreAug 2, 2021
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Vanderbilt team first to win VentureWell E-Team Stage 2 Grant for tech-driven environmental monitoring startup Intelligent Systems
Intelligent Systems, an indoor air quality monitoring startup founded by Tim Darrah, a Ph.D. student in computer science, has won a stage 2 grant from VentureWell, which funds and trains faculty and student innovators to create successful, socially beneficial businesses. Darrah grew Intelligent Systems through the Wond’ry, Vanderbilt’s Innovation Center. Read MoreAug 2, 2021
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Vanderbilt updates masking guidance for visitors
In accordance with recent changes to CDC guidelines, Vanderbilt University has updated its visitor policy after consulting with public health experts. Beginning Monday, Aug. 2, visitors coming to campus must wear a mask indoors, whether vaccinated or unvaccinated. Read MoreJul 30, 2021
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Study seeks kindergarten-age participants for reading research
This research studies brain development and reading in kindergarteners. There is an initial 15-minute screening session to determine eligibility for a longitudinal study, which will follow the child’s academic growth through the end of the first grade. Read MoreJul 30, 2021
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Participate in Walking Wednesdays on campus or at home
Join Health Plus each Wednesday beginning at 12:30 p.m. for Walking Wednesdays. Enjoy a weekly walk through the beautiful Vanderbilt campus or your own neighborhood from August through October. Read MoreJul 30, 2021
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A Healthier You: Facing the Facts of Fad Diets
Watch "Facing the Facts of Fad Diets," a Healthier You presentation. Read MoreJul 30, 2021
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Ask an Expert: What do we know about the delta variant?
Thomas Talbot, professor of medicine and chief hospital epidemiologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, discusses what we know about the delta variant of COVID-19. Read MoreJul 29, 2021
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NSF unveils $20 million AI institute with Vanderbilt and partner institutions
Vanderbilt University engineering and education faculty are part of a new $20 million research institute funded by the National Science Foundation that aims to create artificial intelligence tools to advance human learning and education. Read MoreJul 29, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Researchers derive new cancer therapies to decrease the risk of heart damage
Following decades of worldwide research standstills on cancer drug improvement, Steven Townsend and his team of researchers synthesize cancer therapeutics that bypass toxicity aimed at heart health. Est. reading time: 2.5 minutes. Read MoreJul 29, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Discovery points to ketamine’s long-term antidepressant effects
Lisa Monteggia leads discovery of the gene responsible for ketamine’s long-term effects with implications for antidepressant therapeutics. Est. reading time: 2.5 mins. Read MoreJul 28, 2021
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Twenty-five staff and postdocs receive $1,000 each from vaccine drawing
The Division of Administration recently conducted a drawing for 25 Vanderbilt University-employed staff and postdoctoral scholars who submitted their COVID-19 vaccination record to the university before July 19. Each winner will receive $1,000. Read MoreJul 28, 2021
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Using algorithms to determine sentencing may reduce length of prison sentences, increase use of evidence-based rehabilitative programs
Research from Vanderbilt Law School faculty Chris Slobogin suggests that using algorithms to determine criminal sentencing could make criminal justice decisions more transparent and mitigate excessively punitive bail and sentencing regulations. Read MoreJul 28, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Novel discovery describes the mechanisms of wound detection in the body
Pioneering research from Vanderbilt scientists discovers the mechanism by which epithelial cells first find and react to wounds. Est. reading time: 3 mins. Read MoreJul 27, 2021
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NSF virtual expo this week highlights three major projects led by VUSE faculty
Three ambitious, multidisciplinary projects led by Vanderbilt School of Engineering faculty will be featured Wednesday, July 28, and Thursday, July 29, during the National Science Foundation Convergence Accelerator Expo 2021. Read MoreJul 26, 2021
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Road closures, safety perimeter set for upcoming Carmichael Towers implosion
A controlled implosion of Vanderbilt University’s Carmichael Towers East will take place on Saturday, July 31, to make way for a new world-class residential college on campus. The implosion is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Read MoreJul 26, 2021
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Vanderbilt advances diversity and inclusion goals with OIE move; other administrative changes announced
The Provost’s Office for Inclusive Excellence has joined forces with the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in a move to broaden and deepen Vanderbilt’s resources for fostering a welcoming and supportive culture. In addition, the Office for Planning and Institutional Effectiveness, or PIE, will become part of the Office of the Chancellor after previously reporting to the provost. Read MoreJul 26, 2021
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Research Snapshot: First-ever gene expression map of an entire nervous system completed; researchers share data to expedite research into genetic defects affecting the brain
David Miller and Seth Taylor push genetic research forward by leading the completion of a gene expression atlas for the entire nervous system of the nematode C. elegans Est. reading time: 1.5 mins. Read MoreJul 26, 2021
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10 faculty awarded internal grants for teaching
The Office of the Provost has announced the inaugural round of recipients for the Course Improvement Grant and Educational Advancement Fund that were announced in April. Ten faculty members across three of Vanderbilt’s schools and colleges will receive support for their teaching. Read MoreJul 26, 2021