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University-wide limited submission opportunity: Beckman Award
Vanderbilt University may nominate one candidate for the 2015 Arnold O. Beckman Postdoctoral Fellows Award. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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World on Wednesdays: Cultural stigmas in Africa
Learn about the challenges to education for girls in his country and strategies that may give hope for more equitable learning. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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Vanderbilt exoskeleton clinical trial discussed at leadership exchange
Some of Denver’s top executives learned Oct. 16 how collaboration across Vanderbilt University schools and departments leads to world-changing technology. But they also found out about a collaboration closer to their home – a clinical trial at Denver’s renowned Craig Hospital involving its spinal cord rehabilitation patients and Vanderbilt researcher Michael Goldfarb’s robotic lower-limb exoskeleton. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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Learn about Ebola virus from Department of Infection Prevention
The Department of Infection Prevention has compiled an extensive list of questions and answers about the Ebola virus—its transmission, treatment, waste management, disinfection and other topics. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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Campus trees celebrated with new website, mobile device tours
Fall is the perfect time to learn more about the trees of Vanderbilt through a new website and mobile device-assisted tours. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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New faculty: Zelik explores biological mechanisms behind human movement
Karl Zelik’s BAT lab in Olin Hall has nothing to do with flying mammals or a caped superhero. Read MoreOct 16, 2014
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New faculty: Fazio studies how memory retrieval can improve learning
Cognitive psychology is a challenging field. But just like her childhood math homework, Peabody College's Lisa Fazio sees her research as an exercise in fun. Read MoreOct 16, 2014
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Open Enrollment is underway
Open Enrollment is your opportunity to fine tune your benefits package for 2015. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Treat yourself to good health with Go for the Gold
Your commitment to living a healthy lifestyle starts with the Health Risk Assessment. Learn about health risks and take action to reduce these risks. Complete the Wellness Actions Log. Finally, watch the Game Plan for Your Health video and take the quiz. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Senior Leader Walk is postponed due to rain chance
Join Health Plus and Vanderbilt senior leaders for a campus walk beginning at one of five locations and ending at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center field house. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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‘Ethical Issues of Involvement in Disability Support Organizations’ Oct. 27
A Vanderbilt Kennedy Center panel will discuss "Ethical Issues of Involvement in Disability Support Organizations" beginning at noon Oct. 27 in Room 241 of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center/One Magnolia Circle Building. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Trick or treat with the Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 31
Vanderbilt’s Office of Greek Life and Student Athlete Advisory Council will host the annual Trick-or-Treat with Greeks and Student Athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Fluid power industry, academic leaders discuss advances
An expert panel featuring Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and moderated by Engineering Dean Philippe Fauchet gathered at Vanderbilt’s Laboratory for Systems Integrity and Reliability on Tuesday to discuss ways that America can keep its edge in fluid power. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Vanderbilt celebrates Food Day Oct. 24
For the second year, Vanderbilt will observe national Food Day with a number of events to enhance the university community’s awareness of healthy eating. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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Vanderbilt students observe fall break Oct. 16-19
You might notice students with bags in hand, packing car trunks or hopping cabs over the next few days. The Vanderbilt campus will be a bit quieter as students enjoy a fall break from classes Oct. 16-19. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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Hormonal therapies for transgender individuals Nov. 7
Vanderbilt School of Medicine's Office for Diversity Affairs and the Program for LGBTI Health will sponsor “Hormonal Therapies for Transgender Individuals” beginning at noon Friday, Nov. 7, in Light Hall, Room 415A-C. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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New website, upcoming book offer effectiveness scores for members of Congress
A measure of the legislative effectiveness of almost any member of the U.S. House of Representatives is easily available with the launch of a new website and upcoming book co-authored by Vanderbilt political scientist Alan Wiseman. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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New faculty: VanDiver views art through multidisciplinary lens
University students are bombarded with dozens of media images each day. Rebecca VanDiver’s goal is to get them not only thinking critically about what they see, but doing so with trained eyes. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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New faculty: Neal will train next generation of nurse-midwives
Cesarean delivery is the most common major surgery in the United States. Although sometimes necessary for the health of mother or child, Jeremy Neal thinks too many C-sections are done without good rationale, contributing to adverse health outcomes. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Research Subjects’ Bill of Rights available online
As the number of opportunities to participate in research studies continues to grow, the Vanderbilt Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) would like study participants to be aware of the Research Subjects’ Bill of Rights. Read MoreOct 13, 2014