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Radiation damage bigger problem in microelectronics than previously thought
The amount of damage that radiation causes in electronic materials may be at least 10 times greater than previously thought, say Vanderbilt scientists using a combination of lasers and acoustic waves to pinpoint the size and location of defects buried deep inside. Read MoreJul 19, 2012
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Two families create strong bond during hospital stays
If not for their daughters’ illnesses, Laura Meador and Amy Hamilton probably would never have met. But their paths crossed in an unlikely venue — the sixth floor of the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt — and a burgeoning friendship was born. Read MoreJul 19, 2012
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Get $15 tickets to world premiere of ‘The Nutty Professor’ at TPAC
See a preview performance of The Nutty Professor, a new musical directed by screen legend Jerry Lewis and adapted for the stage by decorated composer Marvin Hamlisch and Tony Award-winning writer and lyricist Rupert Holmes, for just $15 per ticket (limit four). Previews of The Nutty Professor,… Read MoreJul 18, 2012
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Wellcast: Health Benefits of Cooking with Herbs
(iStockphoto) Health Plus’ Stacey Kendrick discusses tips on healthy cooking with herbs and the nutritional benefits herbs provide with Vanderbilt dietetic interns Brittany Siler and Lauren Jacoway. Listen here. Listen to interviews, tips and tidbits on a variety of health and wellness topics… Read MoreJul 18, 2012
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Venable, molecular biologist and Vanderbilt administrator, dies
John “Jack” H. Venable, who ably served Vanderbilt University as a teacher and administrator for more than three decades, has died. He was 74. Read MoreJul 18, 2012
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Guy Brown, AP&T are official office supply vendors; attend Office Supply Expo July 25
(iStockphoto) Vanderbilt Procurement Services has launched new multi-year agreements for office supplies with Guy Brown and American Paper & Twine, effective now. Over the past several months, the university has been engaged in sourcing and negotiation efforts to obtain the best possible combination… Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Bid on 2010 Jetta, other vehicles in Plant Services’ auction
A 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is among the vehicles currently up for auction. (Image provided by Plant Services) Vanderbilt Plant Services’ storage and surplus warehouse is holding an online sealed-bid auction of used, as-is vehicles now through July 30, 2012. This community auction is open to Vanderbilt staff, faculty and… Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Register today for Meharry Geriatric Education Center certificate program
The Meharry Consortium Geriatric Education Center, in collaboration with the VA Tennesse Valley Healthcare System, invite you to attend the free Alzheimer’s Update Series July 20 and 27. Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Dudley Field renovation will close part of Natchez Trace
The installation of a new lighting system at Vanderbilt Stadium will close part of Natchez Trace July 23-27. (Brandon Barca/Vanderbilt) Renovation continues on Vanderbilt’s football field, with an upgrade to the lighting system the next step in the process. A crane will be used to install new lights on… Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Save the dates for these important events celebrating employees
Print this flyer, distribute to co-workers and hang in your area! At Vanderbilt, celebration is an essential part of how we create community and honor the hard work and dedication behind all of our success. We invite you to participate in this series of events dedicated to celebrating… Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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‘U.S. News & World Report’ ranks VUMC No. 1 hospital in Tennessee
Vanderbilt University Medical Center has once again been named among the nation’s elite providers of health care services by U.S. News and World Report in the publication’s 2012-13 Best Hospitals edition. Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Become a First Friend and explore other cultures
(iStockphoto) Each fall, Vanderbilt welcomes students from around the world to our campus and community. This year, 360 international students from 55 countries – Armenia to Zambia – will arrive in Nashville to study at Vanderbilt. Many of these students have never been to the United States or may not… Read MoreJul 16, 2012
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Sztipanovits named Keck Institute visiting scholar
Janos Sztipanovits, the E. Bronson Ingram Professor of Engineering, has been selected as a 2012 Distinguished Visiting Scholar by the W.M. Keck Institute for Space Studies at the California Institute of Technology. Read MoreJul 13, 2012
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Boomers, Elders and more series: What is a Senior Care Consultant?
Find out if a Senior Care Consultant is right for you at a talk on July 18. (Image provided by Silverlink) Faculty and staff are invited to hear Robin Williams, a senior care consultant with Silverlink, give a talk on how a senior care consultant can help… Read MoreJul 13, 2012
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Area realtor to advise on buying your first home
Buying a home can be a nerve-wracking venture. Area realtor Sam Coleman will help assuage the concerns of first-time home buyers at a talk on July 19. (Image courtesy of fridrichandclark.com) Sam Coleman, a Nashville area realtor with Fridrich & Clark Realty, will… Read MoreJul 13, 2012
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Second chances theme of new ‘This Side of Cancer’ video
The Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center debuted a new video at its annual celebration of cancer survivors recently. “This Side of Cancer” tells the story of hope and second chances from the point of three cancer survivors. The video can be viewed on YouTube. Contact:… Read MoreJul 13, 2012
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Artificial turf installed in Vanderbilt Stadium
Construction inside Vanderbilt Stadium is nearing the final stages. Work continues on the new hillside seating, installation of new lights and a new video board, and earlier this week, workers began placing panels of the new artificial playing surface inside Vanderbilt Stadium. Read MoreJul 13, 2012
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Vanderbilt expands David Williams’ role in athletics
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos (right) named David Williams vice chancellor for athletics and university affairs and athletics director during a press conference July 12. (Joe Howell/Vanderbilt) The executive who guided Vanderbilt athletics to new heights has officially been named the university’s athletic director, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced. David… Read MoreJul 12, 2012
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Vanderbilt University professor writes memoir on bipolar son
Charlotte Pierce-Baker, a professor of women's and gender studies and English, has written the memoir "This Fragile Life: A Mother's Story of a Bipolar Son." Read MoreJul 12, 2012
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What do beer, dogs and cats have in common? A tale of microbial domestication
Study maps the genetic changes involved in the domestication of Aspergillus oryzae, one of the fungi used to make sake, soy sauce and miso. Read MoreJul 12, 2012