Research
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Vanderbilt hosts first international meeting to plan space-time observatory on the moon
Vanderbilt hosts first international lunar gravitational wave workshop, including a Nobel laureate, a NASA administrator, leading astrophysicists and more, to identify opportunities and resources to continue exploring our universe. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Vanderbilt University announces inaugural literary prize
The new prize comes as Vanderbilt University marks its Sesquicentennial by honoring its strong connection to the arts. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2024 St. Baldrick’s Foundation Research Grants
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC combined) may submit Research Grant and Scholar (Career Development) Award proposals for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation spring grant cycle. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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How can universities diversify their classes in a post-affirmative action admissions landscape?
On June 29, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of Students for Fair Admissions in cases against the University of North Carolina and Harvard College for violating the Constitution’s equal protection clause in their admissions practices. The decisions overturned more than 40 years of precedent set… Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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Vanderbilt welcomes ORNL researchers for collaborative climate and justice workshop
Vanderbilt University recently hosted the Vanderbilt University-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Workshop on Climate Change and Environmental Justice, aiming to deepen collaborative research on climate change and discuss potential projects. The event, which emphasized the importance of environmental justice and resilience strategies, marked the continuation of the institutions’ efforts to collaborate on addressing global challenges. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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How the Army’s Pathfinder program and Vanderbilt are moving tech from the lab to the front lines
The Pathfinder program, a collaboration of Vanderbilt University, the U.S. Army and the nonprofit Civil-Military Innovation Institute, continues launching innovative technology projects designed to address real-world military challenges and fostering technology commercialization through startup businesses. Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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AI-enabled technology developed by Vanderbilt, 101st Airborne deployed for training of NATO and NATO-partner units in Europe
New technology to mitigate enemy radio jamming developed at Vanderbilt and advanced in collaboration with Soldiers at Fort Campbell has been delivered to U.S. Army Soldiers in the field. Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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Peabody researchers receive funding to launch data science challenges to improve education
By Jenna Somers ChatGPT is here to stay, and educators need to adapt to their students using it—at least, that’s what news headlines have suggested for almost a year following ChatGPT’s unveiling. Much of the coverage has given voice to worries about the possibility that AI will hinder learning… Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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VISE-affiliated researchers conduct phase 1 trial of novel magnetic endoscope for colonoscopies
The research team includes, left to right, Bruno Scaglioni, PhD; Keith Obstein MD, MPH; James Martin, PhD; Claire Landewee; Simone Calò, PhD; and Pietro Valdastri, PhD. (photo by Susan Urmy) by Jill Clendening A Vanderbilt Institute for Surgery and Engineering (VISE) research team is conducting the first phase 1 clinical trial of a magnetic, flexible... Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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From blackberry juice solar cells to forensic labs: VINSE outreach is shaping the next generation of scientists
There’s a good chance many Middle Tennessee high school kids know more about nanotechnology than you do thanks to the Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, which has been making strides in its educational outreach for more than a decade. VINSE’s mission is to drive innovation in science, nanotechnology and education that benefits society.... Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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From blackberry juice solar cells to forensic labs: VINSE outreach is shaping the next generation of scientists
There’s a good chance many Middle Tennessee high school kids know more about nanotechnology than you do thanks to the Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, which has been making strides in its educational outreach for more than a decade. VINSE’s mission is to drive innovation in science, nanotechnology and education that benefits society.... Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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Vanderbilt partners with AARP and National Museum of African American Music on therapeutic music program
A new partnership with AARP Tennessee and the National Museum of African American Music is allowing the Therapeutic Music in the ICU program led by Vanderbilt School of Nursing Professor Ruth Kleinpell and Vanderbilt University Medical Center Professor Joseph Schlesinger to expand, with outreach to veterans and older adults at long-term care facilities in Middle Tennessee. Read MoreOct 18, 2023
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Office of the Vice Provost for Research hosts ‘Nature Masterclass: Scientific Writing and Publishing’ Nov. 16
'Nature Masterclass: Scientific Writing and Publishing' will allow researchers to learn from the experts on what it takes to get your research published in top journals. All researchers whose work falls in relevant disciplines of STEM, the social sciences, medicine and biomedical sciences are invited to participate. Spots are limited; preference will be given to those registered by Oct. 22. Read MoreOct 18, 2023
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From blackberry juice solar cells to forensic labs: VINSE outreach is shaping the next generation of scientists
The Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering is at the forefront of nurturing the next generation of nanotechnology enthusiasts and professionals in Middle Tennessee through its outreach initiatives, including the VINSE High School Field Trip Program, which includes unique hands-on experiences like crafting solar cells from blackberry juice. This month, VINSE hosted its 200th field trip. Read MoreOct 18, 2023
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Heritage Foundation of Williamson County announces collaboration with Vanderbilt University to support History and Culture Center
Vanderbilt University’s collaboration will solidify the History and Culture Center of Williamson County as the first permanent, interactive exhibition space dedicated to telling comprehensive countywide history Read MoreOct 18, 2023
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WATCH: Computer science major helps fight infectious diseases with AI-focused Immersion Vanderbilt project
WATCH: Today’s fight against infectious diseases is being waged in the computer lab as much as the wet lab. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, Vanderbilt researchers and students like School of Engineering undergraduate Karen Pu are expanding the power of computer modeling to identify mutating viruses—and potentially improve vaccines. Read MoreOct 17, 2023
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Researchers root US maternal health disparities in the social environment
Monica Keith, assistant professor of anthropology, recently published insights into the complex factors contributing to maternal hypertension and health disparities. This research sheds light on the alarming rates of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in the United States, particularly among Black mothers. Read MoreOct 17, 2023
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Computer science major helps fight infectious diseases with AI-focused Immersion Vanderbilt project
By Amy Wolf Today’s fight against infectious diseases is being waged in the computer lab as much as the wet lab. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, Vanderbilt researchers and students like School of Engineering undergraduate Karen Pu are expanding the power of computer modeling to identify mutating viruses—and potentially improve vaccines. Karen Pu, class... Read MoreOct 17, 2023
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Computer science major helps fight infectious diseases with AI-focused Immersion Vanderbilt project
By Amy Wolf Today’s fight against infectious diseases is being waged in the computer lab as much as the wet lab. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, Vanderbilt researchers and students like School of Engineering undergraduate Karen Pu are expanding the power of computer modeling to identify mutating viruses—and potentially improve vaccines. Karen Pu, class... Read MoreOct 17, 2023
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VUMC scientists record powerful signal in the brain’s white matter
Vanderbilt researchers report that when people who are having their brains scanned by fMRI perform a task, like wiggling their fingers, certain signals increase in white matter throughout the brain, which has long been thought to play a lesser role the more the brain's more energetic gray matter. Read MoreOct 16, 2023