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Potential schizophrenia treatment, discovered at Vanderbilt and being developed by Neumora Therapeutics, entering Phase 1 clinical trial
In just over two years, a Vanderbilt-Neumora collaboration has led to the Phase 1 clinical trial of a treatment for schizophrenia spectrum disorders, which affect 3.7 million adults in the United States. This is the third chemical compound discovered at the Warren Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery to reach Phase 1 clinical trials. Read MoreDec 4, 2023
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From Vanderbilt to the U.S. Debate Team: Meet Daniel Ardity
Vanderbilt student Daniel Ardity earned a place on the U.S. Debate Team this year, an accomplishment that has allowed him to travel around the world while also continuing to hone his debate skills closer at home. Read MoreNov 30, 2023
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Then and Now: The tradition of debate at Vanderbilt
Always at the helm of fostering campus dialogue, the Vanderbilt Debate team exists to provide on-campus, national and international educational opportunities that enable students to improve their analytical, communication, critical thinking, listening and research skills. Read MoreNov 30, 2023
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VU comments sought through Dec. 18 on WeGo’s proposed spring service changes
WeGo Public Transit has announced proposed service changes that will begin Sunday, March 31, 2024. The Vanderbilt community is encouraged to share feedback with WeGo through Dec. 18. Read MoreNov 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt Printing Services launches new Vandy Promo Gear site
Vandy Promo Gear is a one-stop platform for the Vanderbilt community to easily access a wide range of customizable university-branded products. The site features a user-friendly interface, allowing faculty and staff to quickly select and personalize merchandise. This includes apparel, office supplies, and more, all imprinted with preapproved Vanderbilt logos. Read MoreNov 27, 2023
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute announces courses for winter 2024
The storied life of Sir Richard Francis Burton, the television comedy genre, political biographies and beginner’s harmonica are among the diverse classes offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt for winter 2024. Registration for winter 2024 classes is open Nov. 27–Dec. 29. Read MoreNov 27, 2023
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Driving innovation: Vanderbilt and Bridgestone collaborate at inaugural Innovation Accelerator
Vanderbilt University and Bridgestone Americas have launched a new collaboration. On Nov. 10, representatives from both organizations met at Bridgestone Tower for the first Vanderbilt-Bridgestone Innovation Accelerator. The event included networking and brainstorming of potential areas for collaboration, from fueling the talent pipeline to identifying opportunities to accelerate research and innovation collaborations. Read MoreNov 20, 2023
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Vanderbilt’s Dr. W. Kimryn Rathmell to be appointed director of the National Cancer Institute
Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, MMHC, the Hugh Jackson Professor of Medicine and chair of the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, will be appointed Director of the National Cancer Institute. Read MoreNov 17, 2023
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Nominate peers for Spring Faculty Awards
Nominate faculty by Monday, Dec. 18, for Vanderbilt’s top faculty awards, which demonstrate the university’s appreciation for and commitment to excellence. Read MoreNov 15, 2023
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Opera meets neuroscience: Vanderbilt’s Lisa Monteggia discusses the science of Nashville Opera’s ‘The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat’
Lisa Monteggia, Barlow Family Director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute, joined John Hoomes of the Nashville Opera for a discussion on the art and science behind the Nashville Opera’s The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat. The discussion was part of TPAC’s InsideOut series, which celebrated 20 years of partnership with Vanderbilt this year. Read MoreNov 9, 2023
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Metro Council to honor the Nichols Humanitarian Fund with resolution
The Nichols Humanitarian Fund, which provides funding in support of Vanderbilt students who plan to pursue humanitarian immersive experiences, was established in 2006 by the E.C. and Lucile Hamby Nichols Trust, and by Edward C. Nichols Jr., JD’70, and his wife, Janice Nichols. The fund encourages Vanderbilt students to become better citizens of the world and to broaden their thinking by volunteering for humanitarian efforts. Read MoreNov 9, 2023
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Anxiety Sensitivity: ‘What If’ Fears Impact Care for ICU Patients, During and After Hospitalization
Clinicians need to have a better understanding of the potential impact of patients’ anxiety sensitivity, or “fear of fear,” according to an article published in American Journal of Critical Care. When a patient has anxiety sensitivity, they misinterpret nonthreatening symptoms as threatening, assessing the potential meaning across physical, social or cognitive domains. These “what if” thoughts may trigger a spiral effect, stimulating the nervous system and resulting in stronger sensations and further catastrophic misinterpretations. Read MoreNov 8, 2023
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Turkey Toss set for Dec. 15
Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdocs are invited to participate in Turkey Toss 2023 on Friday, Dec. 15, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (7 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside) at the Sarratt Student Center. Participants will have the choice of a Turkey/Tofurky or a set of special gift items while supplies last. Read MoreNov 2, 2023
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Osheroff receives Distinguished Teacher Award from Association of American Medical Colleges
As a professor of biochemistry and medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine for more than 40 years, Osheroff is the longest serving course director currently teaching medical students. He also codirects the preclerkship phase of the medical school curriculum and leads the Master Science Teachers cohort, a role established in 2007 to recognize VUSM’s outstanding basic science educators. Through his teaching, he has helped medical students at VUSM and across the globe acquire the basic science skills and knowledge they need to thrive in clinical practice, according to the AAMC. Read MoreOct 31, 2023
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Graduate School’s fall career colloquium provides insights, headshots, connections
The Graduate School hosted a Fall Career Colloquium, co-sponsored by the Career Center and International Student and Scholar Services. Faculty, alumni and industry experts came together to share tools and knowledge to help empower graduate students to excel in their future careers. Read MoreOct 30, 2023
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Lab-to-Table special event: ‘Hollywood Reimagined with AI,’ a film screening and discussion on Nov. 10
Join “Hollywood Reimagined with AI” in an in-person Lab-to-Table Conversation on November 10 at Sarratt Cinema. Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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Biochemist Martin Egli elected to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
For his outstanding achievements, including investigations directed at nucleic acid structure, DNA bypass polymerases and the circadian clock, Martin Egli has been elected to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. The academy is dedicated to innovative research, interdisciplinary and transnational collaboration. Read MoreOct 25, 2023
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Biomedical Ph.D. alumni career goals and outcomes revealed in new research
New research from the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training connects the dots between career goals during graduate school and career outcomes, articulates how careers of Ph.D. alumni evolve during the 10 years after graduation. Read MoreOct 24, 2023
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New look, schedule for MyVU to launch Oct. 26
MyVU, the Vanderbilt campus community’s source for news and information, will have a new look and updated newsletter distribution schedule beginning Thursday, Oct. 26. Survey data, along with reviews of peer publications and industry best practices, informed the decision to update the email newsletter and the website. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Commodores golf teams play tournament at St. Andrews in Scotland
The men and women of Vanderbilt’s golf teams will participate in the inaugural St. Andrews Links Collegiate, presented by TopGolf and World Wide Technology, at historic St. Andrews, Scotland, today through Wednesday. Read MoreOct 23, 2023