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Nanostructured flat lens uses machine learning to ‘see’ more clearly, while using less power
A front-end lens, or meta-imager, created at Vanderbilt University can potentially replace traditional imaging optics in machine-vision applications, producing images at higher speed and using less power. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth is accepting applications for summer 2024 programs
If you have an academically advanced learner in your life, Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth has opportunities for them! PTY is accepting summer program applications for students who will be rising first graders through rising 12th graders this summer. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Faculty invited to online conversation with chancellor, provost about state of higher education
Faculty are invited to join a webinar on Thursday, Jan. 18, at noon to discuss the state of higher education. The webinar will be hosted by Faculty Senate Chair Andrea Capizzi and feature brief remarks from Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, followed by a question and answer session with Diermeier and with Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver. Registration is required. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Vanderbilt Unity Lab opens applications for second training cohort
Vanderbilt community members interested in expanding their intercultural competency and learning how to better engage across and within differences are encouraged to sign up to be part of the Vanderbilt Unity Lab’s second training cohort. Successful applicants will receive a modest stipend and semester-long training in four internationally recognized modules designed to equip them with the tools necessary to strengthen the bonds of cultural affinity and promote civil discourse. Read MoreJan 4, 2024
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Dom Flemons Collection at Heard Libraries offers ‘treasure trove’ for scholars exploring African American influences on roots music
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries have acquired the personal collection of Dom Flemons, a Grammy Award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and cultural historian whose music and research have brought greater awareness to African Americans’ extensive contributions to roots music. Flemons also will be appearing at the Blair School and NMAAM later this month. Read MoreJan 4, 2024
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Hiba Baroud is named a fellow of the International Science Council
Hiba Baroud has been appointed as a fellow of the International Science Council in recognition of outstanding contributions to promoting science as a global public good. Read MoreJan 4, 2024
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Study uses new tools, machine learning to investigate major cause of blindness in older adults
Vanderbilt researchers, in collaboration with investigators from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the Delft University of Technology, University Hospital Bonn, and Molecular Horizon have developed new protocols to study which molecular pathways might be important in the aging retina and what might cause the formation of deposits in the eye that confer high risk for age-related macular degeneration. Read MoreJan 3, 2024
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Flex Meal Deal returns for faculty, staff, and graduate and professional students
Flex Meals can be purchased in blocks of 10 meals and are regularly $150 (plus tax) per block. During the spring 2024 Flex Meal Deal, faculty, staff, and graduate and professional students will receive three bonus meals at no additional charge. This promotion begins Wednesday, Jan. 3, and runs through Wednesday, Jan. 10. Read MoreJan 2, 2024
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Vanderbilt Debate team embarks on a global challenge: World Universities Debating Championship in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
The tournament, scheduled for Dec. 26 to Jan. 5, is recognized as the largest college debate competition in the world, attracting more than 400 teams from educational institutions across the globe. This is the third time Vanderbilt Debate will participate in face-to-face debates at the WUDC, having previously represented the university in 2019 in Bangkok, Thailand, and in 2022 in Madrid, Spain. The team’s participation underscores Vanderbilt’s commitment to fostering intellectual rigor and global engagement through the art of debate. Read MoreDec 21, 2023
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Vanderbilt named spoke in ARPA-H Customer Experience Hub to better meet patient needs
Vanderbilt University expands its health care innovation role by joining the ARPA-H Customer Experience Hub as a spoke, aiming to advance patient-centric health care solutions. This is the second spoke designation with ARPA-H, underscoring Vanderbilt’s commitment to transformative health care research and accessibility for all Americans. Read MoreDec 21, 2023
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Turkey Toss 2023 shows appreciation to Vanderbilt University employees
On Dec. 15 more than 3,000 Vanderbilt University employees attended Turkey Toss, a long-standing holiday tradition and employee appreciation event through which the university expresses thanks to faculty, staff and postdoctoral scholars for their service. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Title IX expert from Vanderbilt presents on how to address sexual harassment in academia
Tuttle presented to higher education officials across the country during a recent webinar focused on research she co-authored, “Preventing and Addressing Retaliation Resulting from Sexual Harassment in Academia.” Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Review your personal information in preparation for W-2s
As the end of the year approaches, the Payroll Department encourages you to review your personal information to ensure your W-2 will be accurate. Log into Oracle by Jan. 9 to ensure your information is up to date. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Daring to Grow: The stories that shaped Vanderbilt in 2023
From celebrating its 150th anniversary to launching the most ambitious fundraising campaign in university history, from reaching new heights in research funding to fostering civil discourse and a culture of belonging on campus, take a look back at some of the ways Vanderbilt dared to grow this year. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Grant awarded to Vanderbilt School of Nursing and Center for Spiritual and Religious Life will help prepare students to work with diverse religious populations
A grant awarded to Vanderbilt University by Interfaith America, a Chicago-based nonprofit dedicated to building bridges among religions, has resulted in training opportunities for nursing students to help them better serve patients of diverse faith traditions. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Candelaria to step down from Blair School of Music leadership role; Rose named new dean
Vanderbilt Blair School of Music Dean Lorenzo “Frank” Candelaria, who holds the Mark Wait Dean’s Chair at the school, will step down as Blair’s lead administrator, effective Dec. 31. Melissa Rose, senior associate dean of academic affairs and professor of piano, will assume the role of dean for a two-and-a-half-year term, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Critically acclaimed: Lorrie Moore’s new novel gathers year-end praise
Professor of English Lorrie Moore’s newest novel, I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home, has been named one of the best books of 2023 by The New Yorker and received year-end praise from NPR and New York Magazine. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: The Educating Character Initiative–Grants for Institutions
Vanderbilt University may submit one application in either the Institutional Impact or Capacity-Building category to The Educating Character Initiative, managed by The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University. Read MoreDec 15, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2024 South Arts Presentation Grants
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the South Arts Presentation Grants program. Read MoreDec 15, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund Grants Program
Vanderbilt University may submit only one letter of inquiry to the Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund, a private foundation committed to providing support for charitable organizations that enhance our society. Read MoreDec 15, 2023