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Category: Announcement
Southland RISE celebrates 5 years of violence prevention and recovery efforts in Chicagoland
In an anniversary event, the collaborative between UChicago Medicine and Advocate Health Care explored the success of community work and local partnerships.
Andrew E. Place, MD, PhD appointed as Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center Vice President, Pediatric Chief Medical Officer
Andrew E. Place, MD, PhD, has been named as Vice President, Pediatric Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (within the Department of Pediatric Oncology) and Boston Children’s Hospital (within the Division of Hematology/Oncology) for the Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.
Aster Insights Announces AACR Schedule of ORIEN Presentations
Aster Insights, the leading provider of scientific and clinical intelligence for oncology discovery, today announced its schedule of research presentations at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) annual meeting in San Diego, California, April 5-10, 2024.
ACA Awards Recognize Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling
Counselors from across the United States are being honored for excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement.
FSMB, Intealth, ACGME Establish Advisory Commission to Guide Alternate Pathways for State Licensure of International Medical Graduates
The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), Intealth™, and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) announced today they have established a new “Advisory Commission on Alternate Licensing Models” to provide guidance on alternative pathways for state licensure of physicians who have completed training and/or practiced outside of the United States. The majority of these physicians are international medical graduates (IMGs), encompassing both foreign nationals and U.S. citizens who completed their medical education and training outside the United States and Canada.
UCI Health celebrates transformational acquisition of four community hospitals
UCI Health, the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, has completed the acquisition of four hospitals and associated outpatient locations from Tenet Healthcare Corporation.
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Advocate Health and Vysnova Partners Awarded $3.4 Million Contract by CDC to Lead Large-Scale Sexually Transmitted Infection Research Project
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Advocate Health and Vysnova Partners have been awarded a $3.4 million, four-year contract to study HIV, Mpox and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
United Kingdom Invests in DOE’s Electron-Ion Collider Project to Understand Matter at the Smallest Scale
The UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), through the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Infrastructure Fund, has announced its commitment to support UK personnel involved in research, development, and major equipment contributions towards the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC).
United Kingdom Invests in DOE’s Electron-Ion Collider Project to Understand Matter at the Smallest Scale
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a unique international particle collider being constructed to explore the building blocks of matter at the smallest scale, will get a significant boost from colleagues in the United Kingdom (UK).
Palliative care leader receives prestigious ASCO Special Award
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) recognized Janet L. Abrahm, MD, FACP, FAAHPM, of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, as a recipient of an ASCO Special Award, the Society’s highest honor.
Liquid crystal nanoparticles supercharge antibiotics for cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is the most common, life-limiting genetic condition in Australia. It affects the lungs, digestive system, and reproductive system, producing excess mucus, infections, and blockages.
Frank Ghinassi Named Chair of the National Association for Behavioral Healthcare Board of Trustees
Frank A. Ghinassi, president and chief executive of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care and senior vice president of Behavioral Health Services at RWJBarnabas Health, has been named the 2024 chair of the board of trustees for the National Association for Behavioral Healthcare (NABH).
CFES Leader Rick Dalton Briefs Congress on Rural Schools
CFES Leader Speaks at Congressional Briefing on Rural Schools
ORNL, University of Kentucky focus on clean energy in Appalachia
The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory hosted the second annual Appalachian Carbon Forum in Lexington March 7-8, 2024, where ORNL and University of Kentucky’s Center for Applied Energy Research scientists led discussions with representatives from industry, government and academia to discuss ways to transition to clean energy.
Researcher’s microscale tech is chipping away at cancer, organ failure and neurological disease
For outstanding contributions to engineering of biomimetic tissue-on-chip technologies and organoids for disease modeling and regenerative medicine, ASU’s Mehdi Nikkhah has been inducted as a Fellow into the American Institute for Medical and Biomedical Engineering.
Biotechnology CEO and Inventor of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Martine Rothblatt to Deliver Graduation Address to the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s 215th Graduating Class
University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) Dean Mark T. Gladwin, MD, announced today that Martine Rothblatt PhD, JD, MBA, Chairperson and CEO of United Therapeutics, and inventor of SiriusXM Satellite Radio, will deliver the keynote address for this year’s graduating medical student class. The UMSOM MD graduation ceremony will take place at the Hippodrome Theatre on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
Musicians Colbie Caillat, Lisa Loeb, Rufus Wainwright, Hilary Hahn, and More Support Colorectal Cancer Awareness in Free Webcast Concert
The American College of Gastroenterology Free Virtual Event on March 28, 2024, at 8:00 pm ET, “Tune It Up: A Concert To Raise Colorectal Cancer Awareness”
Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute To Offer Neurologic Music Therapy
“We are excited to bring this innovative therapy to our patients,” said Sara Cuccurullo, MD, chair, vice president and medical director at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute.
Binghamton University set to receive $5 million landmark gift to pursue AI research and development
Bloomberg L.P. co-founder and Binghamton University alumnus Tom Secunda ’76, MA ’79 today announced a landmark $5 million donation to Binghamton University to attract, recruit and retain tech talent, creating a pipeline for students to participate in the artificial intelligence economy of the future.
Psilera Welcomes Biopharma Executive Dr. Magali Haas to its Board of Directors
Psilera, a leading biotechnology company developing groundbreaking therapies for hard-to-treat neurological disorders, is pleased to announce the appointment of Magali Haas, M.D., Ph.D., to its esteemed Board of Directors.
United Soybean Board Joins the International Phytobiomes Alliance
The United Soybean Board Joins the International Phytobiomes Alliance as a sponsoring partner and will join the Coordinating Committee to contribute to the advancement of phytobiomes research to provide sustainable solutions for agriculture.
University Hospitals Opens Health Campus in Amherst
The new University Hospitals Amherst Beaver Creek Surgery Center (UHABC) is now open to better serve residents in Lorain County.
Central Park Zoo Releases Postmortem Testing Results for Flaco, the Eurasian Eagle Owl
The following statement was released today by Central Park Zoo:Postmortem testing has been completed for Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl that was found down in the courtyard of a Manhattan building a little over a year after his enclosure at the Central Park Zoo was vandalized on February 2, 2023.
Community Health Network Teams Up with Ferrum Health to Revolutionize Patient Care
Community Health Network, a leading provider of healthcare services in the state of Indiana, has announced an exciting partnership with Ferrum Health, a pioneer in healthcare artificial intelligence solutions aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes through cutting-edge technology.
Alumna Patricia “Patti” Martin elected to Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame
Patricia “Patti” Martin, an alumna of The University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH), has been selected to the Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame (AEHOF). Martin graduated from The University of Alabama in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
University of Northern Colorado Achieves Federal Designation as Hispanic Serving Institution
As Colorado’s newest Hispanic Serving Institution, the university is now eligible for new funding opportunities to support student success, but will remain equally focused on building and fostering cultural responsiveness
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute earns fifth consecutive Magnet® designation recognizing excellence in nursing practice and patient care
For the fifth straight time, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) has awarded Magnet® status to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, recognizing excellence in nursing practice and patient care.
Nucleus Genomics launches to bring whole-genome sequencing to the public
Nucleus Genomics, the next-generation genetic testing and analysis company, today announced the launch of its DNA analysis product to bring the benefits of personalized medicine to everyone.
Dr. Jean Giddens from Virginia Commonwealth University Appointed Chair of the AACN Board of Directors
AACN is pleased to announce that Jean Giddens, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF, dean and professor of nursing at the Virginia Commonwealth University, has been appointed Chair of the AACN Board of Directors. Dr. Giddens officially began her two-year term as Board Chair at noon today following AACN’s Spring 2024 Business Meeting in Washington, DC.
Stacy Jupiter Announced to Lead WCS Marine Conservation
The following announcement was released today by Joe Walston, Executive Vice President of WCS Global:
“I am delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Stacy Jupiter to lead WCS Marine Conservation. Stacy is currently WCS Regional Director for the Melanesia program and was the outstanding candidate after a long and thorough global recruitment effort.
New Oncology Pathology Chief Named to New Jersey’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and RWJBarnabas Health have appointed Nirag Jhala, MD, as chief of the Division of Oncologic Pathology at New Jersey’s leading cancer program and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
NUS sets up AI Institute to accelerate frontier AI research and boost real-world impact for public good
From fortifying supply chain resilience against global disruptions and enhancing safety and resilience of energy systems to intelligent urban transport systems, personalised services and healthcare revolution – artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a force with the capacity to transform facets of our daily living and the society.
Florida State University to host joint National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration climate workshops
Florida State University’s Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) will host a joint National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) conference March 26-29, an opportunity to welcome climate scientists from around the world to Tallahassee.
USU Surgical Global Health Expert Named Fulbright Alumni Ambassador
Navy Capt. (Dr.) Tamara Worlton, director of the Division of Global Surgery at the Uniformed Services University (USU) and director of Surgical Operations at USU’s Center for Global Health Engagement (CGHE), has been selected as a Fulbright Alumni Ambassador, one of the most prestigious international exchange programs in the world.
Pulitzer Prize-winning author, historian and commentator Jon Meacham to address Tulane’s 2024 graduates
One of America’s foremost public intellectuals will address graduates at Tulane’s 2024 commencement. Jon Meacham, the acclaimed presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author will share his insights, perspectives and behind-the-scenes knowledge of America’s history and its leaders at Commencement 2024, which will take place at 6:30 p.m., May 18, in Yulman Stadium.
MD Anderson’s Institute for Data Science in Oncology announces appointment of inaugural IDSO Affiliates
MD Anderson’s Institute for Data Science in Oncology today announced the appointment of its inaugural cohort of 33 IDSO Affiliates, who bring diverse expertise to advance the work of the institute and foster the data science ecosystem at MD Anderson.
AAI Announces Selection of 16 AAI Trainee Members as Major Symposium Speakers at the American Association of Immunologists’ IMMUNOLOGY2024™ Annual Conference
The American Association of Immunologists today announced the selection of Trainee Members as a Major Symposium speakers for the IMMUNOLOGY2024™ meeting – the premier immunology conference bringing together the best minds, sharing cutting-edge research, and providing opportunities to connect –to be held in Chicago May 3-7, 2024.
WVU technology innovations position West Virginia to lead hydrogen economy
West Virginia University engineers have received a wave of federal support for research projects that will help slash the cost of clean hydrogen. The three U.S. Department of Energy grants for WVU studies total $15.8 million and are part of funds authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for research that advances the “Hydrogen Shot” goal of cutting the cost of clean hydrogen production to $1 per kilogram.
Mount Sinai Is First in New York to Study a Brain-Computer Interface Designed to Record and Map the Brain’s Activity in Unprecedented Detail
A multidisciplinary team of neurosurgeons and neuroscientists from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are the first in New York to study a new brain-computer interface that’s engineered to map a large area of the brain’s surface, in real time, at resolutions hundreds of times more detailed than typical arrays used in neurosurgical procedures.
AAHRPP Accredits Sitero IRB
The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs has awarded full accreditation to Sitero IRB of Coral Gables, Florida.
Director of Harvard Global Nursing Leadership Program to be 2024 Penn Nursing Commencement Speaker
Stephanie Ferguson, PhD, RN, FAAN, the Director of the Harvard Global Nursing Leadership Program and Professor of the Practice of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, will serve as the 2024 Penn Nursing commencement speaker.
AANA Appoints John Culbertson as Vice President of Insurance Services
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) has named John Culbertson, MBA, CPCU, to serve as AANA’s Vice President of Insurance Services. He will report to Chief Executive Officer Bill Bruce, MBA, CAE.
UTEP Faculty Launch Research Lab to Support Human Performance
Professors at The University of Texas at El Paso have launched a new industrial engineering lab focused on supporting human performance and behavior in various application areas. Projects include supportive exoskeletons for high-strain occupations and virtual reality that simulates high-stress environments.
AANA Appoints Raheel “Bobby” Saleem as Director of Legal Affairs
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) has named Raheel “Bobby” Saleem to serve as AANA’s Director of Legal Affairs. He will report to Chief Human Resources Officer Ann Bresingham.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering tapped by U.S. Department of Energy to fortify critical infrastructure
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced last month that it selected NYU Tandon project – dubbed Digital Twin for Security and Code Verification (DISCOVER) – for a three-year grant that delivers $4.8 million in total funding: $3.34 million in federal funds with the rest provided by DISCOVER’s participating institutions.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering tapped by U.S. Department of Energy to fortify critical infrastructure
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced last month that it selected NYU Tandon project – dubbed Digital Twin for Security and Code Verification (DISCOVER) – for a three-year grant that delivers $4.8 million in total funding: $3.34 million in federal funds with the rest provided by DISCOVER’s participating institutions.
Distinguished physicist Kathleen Amm named director of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
Florida State University has named acclaimed researcher and industry leader Kathleen Amm as the new director of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (National MagLab), the largest and highest-powered magnet laboratory in the world and the only facility of its kind in the United States.
Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center Provides Patient New Jersey’s First GammaTile® Brain Tumor Treatment
Hackensack Meridian Neuroscience Institute at Jersey Shore University Medical Center successfully performed the first GammaTile® implant in the state. The device was implanted in a patient with recurrent meningioma, a brain tumor, to deliver radiation immediately at the time of surgery, targeting residual cancer cells to help prevent recurrence while minimizing harm to healthy tissue.
The American Association of Immunologists Announces Election of Association Officers and Committee Leadership
The American Association of Immunologists (AAI) is proud to announce the outcome of its recent elections, in which voting members of the association selected the officers and committee leaders who will guide the organization in the years ahead.