VUMC News and Communications
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November 14, 2013
Family’s support enhances cancer research training
John F. Brock III, chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola Enterprises, his wife, Mary, and their three children have established an endowment to support an oncology fellowship at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. The Brock Family Fellowship will provide financial assistance long into the future for young physicians, postdoctoral students and medical investigators who are furthering their training in cancer research. -
November 7, 2013
Robotic advances promise artificial legs that emulate healthy limbs
Recent advances in robotics technology make it possible to create prosthetics that can duplicate the natural movement of human legs which promises to dramatically improve the mobility of lower-limb amputees. -
November 7, 2013
Rounds: A message from the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs
Oftentimes, holding firm to core principles and values anchors us and assures long-term success during periods of rapid change. -
November 7, 2013
Breast SPORE lands NCI renewal
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center’s Breast Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) has been awarded a third round of funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). -
November 7, 2013
Photo: Steeplechase support
Steeplechase representatives recently presented the funds raised during this year's Iroquois Steeplechase to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. -
November 7, 2013
Miles and Music for Kids event rides to new record
The 8th Annual Dierks Bentley’s “Miles and Music for Kids” event was held on Sunday, Nov. 3, and raised a record $307,000 to support the Dierks Bentley Miles and Music Foundation for Pediatric Palliative Care Fund at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.