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Submissions sought for Robert E. Stitzel Award for Student-Generated Educational Media in Pharmacology
The Stitzel Award Competition is soliciting submissions of pharmacology educational media from students in any health professional or graduate program within the WVU Health Sciences Center.
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WVU Cancer Institute enrolls first patients in breast cancer vaccine trial
The WVU Cancer Institute has enrolled two of the first three patients in a national clinical trial for a novel breast cancer vaccine.
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WVU Cancer Institute in the News: Dr. Krista Pfaendler a recipient of 2019 Faculty Research Abroad Grant
Dr. Krista Pfaendler, assistant professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, will serve as principal investigator on a project aimed at enhancing multidisciplinary research collaboration and strengthening advanced level clinical and research skills of medical personnel from various specialties participating in the gynecological oncology tumor board in Lusaka, Zambia.
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Too much light may darken mood of hospital patients, say WVU researchers
It never gets dark in a hospital room, even in the middle of the night. The constant illumination can do more than just annoy patients. According to a study by Randy Nelson and Courtney DeVries—researchers in the WVU School of Medicine—it may even depress them. Nelson’s and DeVries’ work may suggest new hospital lighting schemes that bolster patients’ moods and promote healing.
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Dr. Alan Ducatman to present during CDC Public Health Grand Rounds
WVU Professor Emeritus Alan M. Ducatman is among the presenters for an upcoming Public Health Grand Rounds session, "PFAS and Protecting Your Health,” hosted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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With pancreatic cancer rates on the rise, WVU surgeon looks for a cure
For those diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, the battle is mainly uphill. The disease is hard to identify. Treatment options are limited. Response rates are low. But, a new Hirshberg Foundation seed grant will allow a West Virginia University School of Medicine surgeon to explore new treatment therapies.
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Third annual WVU Day of Giving set for Nov. 13
WVU Cancer supporters are being encouraged to make a gift to the Institute on Wednesday, Nov. 13, as part of the third annual WVU Day of Giving.
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WVU Cancer Institute names interim director
Hannah Hazard-Jenkins, M.D., associate chair of surgery for cancer services, has been named interim director of the WVU Cancer Institute, effective January 2020.
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WVU now offering master’s in health administration program
In an effort to meet growing healthcare needs across the state, the West Virginia University School of Public Health is now offering a Master of Health Administration, a premier program for those seeking to lead the health systems of the future.
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