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October 28, 2014

Vanderbilt researchers isolate Ebola-fighting human antibodies for possible treatment

Vanderbilt University researchers have isolated Ebola-fighting human antibodies – the first of their kind – that could lead to a new treatment for the deadly virus.

By VUMC News and Communications
(Vanderbilt University)
October 27, 2014

Members named to Academic Strategic Plan committees

Two committees tasked with fleshing out key initiatives in Vanderbilt’s Academic Strategic Plan are now staffed and ready to begin work.

By VUMC News and Communications
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October 24, 2014

Capstone app project for MOOC to manage cancer patients’ pain

1,165 budding programmers are participating in the university’s first MOOC capstone project – one that will result in a certificate for graduates and better pain management for patients at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

By VUMC News and Communications
Laura Dugan, Abram C. Shmerling, M.D. Professor of Alzheimer’s and Geriatric Medicine
October 20, 2014

New faculty: Dugan explores complexities of Alzheimer’s

Laura Dugan strives to bring breakthroughs in neuroscience research and the aging brain together.

By Nancy Humphrey
October 15, 2014

Open Enrollment is underway

Open Enrollment is your opportunity to fine tune your benefits package for 2015.

By VUMC News and Communications
Jeremy Neal, assistant professor of nursing
October 13, 2014

New faculty: Neal will train next generation of nurse-midwives

Cesarean delivery is the most common major surgery in the United States. Although sometimes necessary for the health of mother or child, Jeremy Neal thinks too many C-sections are done without good rationale, contributing to adverse health outcomes.

By VUMC News and Communications
October 8, 2014

New faculty: Jordan studies sleep disorders in children

As one of the few board-certified pediatric sleep specialists in the region, Atia Jordan works with a multidisciplinary team to address sleep concerns in an effort to improve the overall health and well-being of her patients.
By Jessica Pasley
October 7, 2014

Ebola not likely, but VUMC is prepared

Armed with a validated and orchestrated plan, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is prepared to safely and effectively treat patients with the bloodborne disease Ebola, should the need arise.
October 3, 2014

Celebrate new home for rare Korean artifact Oct. 9

A rare Korean funerary statue that has resided for nearly 45 years outside of Payne Hall on the Peabody College campus is being restored in its new home at Cohen Memorial Hall.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 3, 2014

Commodore Award winners recognized at campus celebration

The Commodore Award, Vanderbilt’s highest staff honor, was presented to two staff members during the Service Awards Celebration Oct. 1 in Langford Auditorium.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 3, 2014

New VPN certificate implemented Oct. 15; some will need to take action

Beginning Oct. 15 at 7 a.m., the Vanderbilt IT Network Security team will implement a change that imports a new certificate and will result in cost savings and improve support.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 3, 2014

New faculty: Maxwell studies trauma recovery in older population

Working in trauma and critical care for most of her career, Cathy Maxwell noticed profound differences among older patients and their responses to injury. Her curiosity led her to become a nurse researcher in this area.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 2, 2014

Security bug Shellshock puts operating systems at risk

Mac and Linux users should be on the lookout for any software updates sent in the coming days from Apple to address the Shellshock security bug.
By VUMC News and Communications
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