Graduate School
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VUMC investigators find pathogens work together to infect host
Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus — two pathogens that frequently co-infect the lungs of patients with cystic fibrosis — appear to cooperate with each other, Vanderbilt investigators have discovered. When pseudomonas is starved for metal by the host, it shuts down the production of factors that would normally kill staph, promoting a co-infection. Read MoreNov 3, 2016
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Making high-performance batteries from junkyard scraps
Vanderbilt researchers have discovered how to make high-performance batteries using scraps of metal from the junkyard and household chemicals. Read MoreNov 2, 2016
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Bioluminescent sensor causes brain cells to glow in the dark
A team of Vanderbilt scientists have genetically modified luciferase, the enzyme that produces bioluminescence, so that it acts as an optical sensor that records activity in brain cells. Read MoreOct 27, 2016
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Building stronger, more diverse pipeline of future faculty is aim of new postdoctoral program
An ambitious postdoctoral training initiative designed to prepare recently graduated doctorates for competitive academic careers will launch later this year, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced Oct. 24. Read MoreOct 24, 2016
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Future of graduate and professional student housing focus of chancellor’s working group
Developing housing options for graduate and professional students that extend learning and collaboration beyond the classroom and laboratory is the aim of a working group appointed by Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos. Read MoreOct 24, 2016
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Washington, D.C. seminar teaches Vanderbilt students and postdocs about federal science policy and advocacy
On Oct. 13-14, 28 Vanderbilt undergraduates, Ph.D. candidates and postdoctoral scholars spent their fall break in Washington, D.C., participating in the third annual Federal STEM Policy and Advocacy seminar Read MoreOct 24, 2016
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Vanderbilt social entrepreneurs to compete in 2017 Hult Prize Challenge
Interdisciplinary teams of students will present their best social venture ideas to tackle the global problem of involuntary migration at the Hult Prize @ Vanderbilt competition Nov. 7. Read MoreOct 21, 2016
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EGF receptor found to regulate macrophage inflammation in gut
Researchers at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine have uncovered a link between epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) signaling and the inflammatory response to bacterial infection in the gastrointestinal tract. Read MoreOct 13, 2016
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New, common office for postdoctoral affairs opens
The Office for Postdoctoral Affairs will serve as a shared administrative home for all postdoctoral scholars at the university, housed within the Graduate School. Read MoreOct 11, 2016
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Basic science, extraordinary impact
The discoveries that can change the course of human health forever often begin in the tiniest places: in molecules and cells, at the most fundamental intersection of physics, chemistry and biology. Understanding how these cellular and molecular processes work is the focus of basic biomedical research at Vanderbilt. Read MoreOct 6, 2016
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Expanding the Landscape: Graduate School refocuses on inclusion, more holistic approach
When Vanderbilt’s Graduate School relocated to Alumni Hall earlier this year, it was more than just a routine move from one office space to another. In a broader sense, it also represented a shift in philosophy—away from the more traditional notion of graduate education and toward a more holistic approach that better equips students for today’s fast-changing and heavily interconnected world. Read MoreOct 5, 2016
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Mental health and well-being services expanded for graduate and professional students and postdoctoral fellows
Ensuring that graduate and professional students and postdoctoral fellows have access to mental health and well-being support is the aim of new enhancements being launched this fall. Read MoreOct 3, 2016
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Kudos: Read about faculty and student awards and achievements
Read about the latest Vanderbilt University faculty and student awards and achievements. Read MoreSep 28, 2016
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Simple Beginnings ceremony celebrates new doctoral students
Vanderbilt University welcomed 92 new doctoral students Sept. 2 during the seventh annual Simple Beginnings ceremony in a Light Hall lecture room packed with family members and other well wishers. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Chancellor marks progress in university’s Academic Strategic Plan
Vanderbilt University’s pioneering Academic Strategic Plan, now in its third year, continues to drive the institution forward, creating innovative solutions for the important issues facing society. Read MoreAug 29, 2016
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Construction projects are transforming campus this summer and beyond
Have you noticed an increase of construction workers and equipment as well as detoured roads and walkways as you make your way across campus this summer? Read MoreJul 26, 2016
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Anthropology celebrates year of big wins for graduate students
Five Ph.D. students affiliated with the Department of Anthropology have landed significant grants this year, continuing a long trend of successes for the small department. Read MoreMay 25, 2016
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Promise of discovery drives Biomedical Sciences graduates
In a twist on the usual research narrative, Justin Siemann, Ph.D., who celebrated his doctoral degree in Neuroscience at last week’s Graduate School Commencement, conducted research on patients first, and then moved to the laboratory bench. Read MoreMay 19, 2016
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Founder’s Medalists honored at Vanderbilt Commencement
Vanderbilt Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos awarded the top scholars from each of the university’s undergraduate and professional schools Friday, May 13. Read MoreMay 13, 2016
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Chancellor to graduates: ‘Lift others up’
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos mined his family's history to make his point to the Class of 2016 at Commencement ceremonies. Read MoreMay 13, 2016