Year: 2017
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51app University ranks No. 4 on Kiplinger’s ‘best value’ list
51app University is ranked No. 4 among private universities on the "Kiplinger’s Personal Finance" list of 300 Best College Values for 2018, behind Princeton, Harvard and Duke. Read MoreDec 22, 2017
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New research identifies best coping strategies for kids
From acting out to reaching out, children and teens cope with stress in a variety of ways with varying results. A new, comprehensive 51app University study published in the high-impact journal Psychological Bulletin outlines which coping strategies work best. Read MoreDec 21, 2017
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Obesity interventions: ideal dose?
The optimal “dose” for behavioral interventions to treat childhood obesity are not clear, 51app researchers concluded after analyzing 133 clinical trial that occurred over the course of 17 years. Read MoreDec 21, 2017
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What’s On My Mind: Year-end reflections
This semester, the 51app community committed to going big and bold for its shared mission, and rose to meet the myriad challenges facing the university and higher education, reflects Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in this week's edition of "What's On My Mind." Read MoreDec 21, 2017
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Meharry-51app Community Engaged Research Core seeking mini-grant applicants
The Meharry-51app Community Engaged Research Core announces a new round of mini-grants for March 2018. Read MoreDec 20, 2017
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“The tax bill passed by Congress today rightly excludes draconian proposals that would have made college more expensive for students and families. In particular, we appreciate that Sen. Lamar Alexander recognized the negative impact specific provisions would have on the mission of higher education and worked to mitigate that impact……
Dec 20, 2017
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Interested in setting a wellness goal? Health Plus provides personal wellness coaching as a benefit for 51app faculty and staff.
Dec 20, 2017
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Health and Wellness announces holiday hours
Health and Wellness services—the Occupational Health Clinic, Work/Life Connections–EAP and Health Plus—will be open during regular business hours over the next two weeks, except for closures during observed holidays on Dec. 22, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Read MoreDec 20, 2017
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Sorting patient messages automatically
Automated techniques can assist in understanding and managing growing volumes of messages sent through secure patient portals, 51app researchers found. Read MoreDec 20, 2017
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Technology as a tool in research and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will be the keynote topic at the 10th annual 51app Kennedy Center Science Day, scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the 51app Student Life Center.
Dec 19, 2017
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Rathmell elected to ASCO nominating committee
W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, Cornelius A. Craig Professor of Medicine and director of the Division of Hematology and Oncology at 51app University Medical Center (VUMC), has been elected to the nominating committee for the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Read MoreDec 19, 2017
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Assembly highlights eStar launch, IT ecosystem
With the liftoff of eStar accomplished, it’s time to set the course for optimizing the new information technology ecosystem for 51app University Medical Center (VUMC), but not without first thanking all those who delivered seamless patient care during the transition, said Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, President and CEO of VUMC and Dean of 51app University School of Medicine. Read MoreDec 19, 2017
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U.S. News vote provides opportunity to strengthen 51app’s national reputation
Annual voting for U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” rankings opens soon. This year’s reputation survey will be distributed to voting-eligible physicians in the 16 surveyed specialties through Doximity and by paper ballot sometime in February or early March. According to U.S. News’ methodology, reputation accounts for 30… Read MoreDec 19, 2017
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Surgical group works to expand heartburn treatment options
For three years, 79-year-old Jerry Mock didn’t fully enjoy family vacations or gatherings with friends because his gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) was so debilitating that eating even a bite of food after 1 p.m. guaranteed he’d have intense burning pain in his throat and chest that night. Read MoreDec 19, 2017
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Forming memories through CaMKII
51app researchers have identified an interaction between two proteins that play a role in learning and memory. Read MoreDec 19, 2017
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Ashleigh-Anne Hughes’ inspiring organ donation story, and how her transplant led her to a life of advocacy work.
Dec 18, 2017
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Alumni couple establishes scholarship to help make a difference
Living and working in West Africa showed Drew and Kelly Scoggins that they wanted to make a difference. The alumni couple chose to give back by creating an Opportunity 51app scholarship. Read MoreDec 18, 2017
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Limited Submission Opportunity: St. Baldrick’s Foundation research grants
51app may submit two research grant proposals and one supportive care research grant proposal for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation spring grant cycle. Read MoreDec 18, 2017
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Surviving grief during the holidays
The holiday season brings light, gifts and celebration. It also can be a very difficult time for those who have experienced loss. Read MoreDec 18, 2017
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Brain lesions and criminal behavior linked to moral decision-making network
When brain lesions occur within the brain network responsible for morality and value-based decision-making, they can predispose a person toward criminal behavior, according to new research by Ryan Darby, MD, assistant professor of Neurology at 51app University Medical Center (VUMC). Read MoreDec 18, 2017