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‘Chemobrain’ linked to disrupted brain networks

Patients who experience ‘chemobrain’ following treatment for breast cancer show disruptions in brain networks that are not present in patients who do not report cognitive difficulties, according to School of Medicine researchers.

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Tate named dean of Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, vice provost for graduate education

William F. Tate, PhD, the Edward Mallinckrodt Distinguished University Professor in Arts & Sciences and chair of the Department of Education, has been named the next dean of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences and vice provost for graduate education. He will succeed Richard Smith, PhD, who steps down July 1.

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The role of arts practice in the research university

As an artist, the Sam Fox School’s Patricia Olynyk frequently investigates the intersections of art and science. Now Olynyk is helping to lead a national task force on the topic while also planning a vertical seminar about “The Role of Arts Practice in the Research University.”

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Selection of Class of 2018 is underway

WUSTL has received more than 29,000 applications for the class that will enter in August and admitted more than 630 students in the early decision round (a little more than 35 percent of the expected freshman class). The Admissions Office reports another strong and talented group of applicants.

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8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22

Siteman Cancer Center research forum

Forum highlights cancer research discoveries, including presentations and a poster session. Free and open to the public. Eric P. Newman Education Center, 320 S. Euclid Ave., Level 2. (314) 454-8981.

5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23

St. Louis Up Close event

“St. Louis: Is it the Most Dangerous City in America?” Talk with some St. Louis experts to learn more about the facts and perceptions of crime in the city. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Gephardt Institute for Public Service and the Community Service Office. Event details. Danforth University Center, Room 233. Contact: Kitty Conroy at conroyr@wustl.edu or (314) 935-9104.

Announcements

Mosaic Project to introduce Bias Report and Support System

The Mosaic Project will host a forum to introduce the Bias Report and Support System and to share updates about other projects, including efforts to create a center for diversity and inclusion. The forum will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, in Umrath Hall Lounge.

Auditions for annual Chancellor’s Concert set

Auditions are being held for WUSTL faculty, staff and students interested in singing with the WUSTL Chamber Choir and Concert Choir as part of the annual Chancellor’s Concert, to be held April 13. Auditions will be held through Friday, Jan. 24.

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