Pinski essay recognized by Lasker Foundation
Amanda Pinski, a doctoral student in the Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, has been honored for an essay titled “Are You Listening?”
Big ideas, real impact: WashU research in action
A new webpage, “From Lab to Real Life: The Impact of WashU Research,” is available for viewing and sharing. The page highlights how the university’s research drives meaningful change in society.
Four physician-scientists named Dean’s Scholars
The Division of Physician-Scientists at WashU Medicine has selected four physicians for its sixth class of Dean’s Scholars. The awardees will receive up to two years of financial support and mentorship, as well as dedicated lab time to conduct scientific research.
WashU Night at the Ballpark tickets on sale
WashU Night at the Ballpark will be Sept. 5, when the Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants. Employees who purchase tickets by July 19 or Aug. 22 will be entered in raffles to win autographed baseballs.
Arthur L. Prensky, professor emeritus of neurology, 94
Arthur L. Prensky, MD, a professor emeritus of neurology at WashU Medicine, died June 16 after a short illness. He was 94. Prensky was a world authority in metabolic disorders, headache and neurodevelopment.
West appointed provost at Washington University in St. Louis
Mark D. West, a renowned legal scholar and former dean of the University of Michigan Law School, has been appointed provost of Washington University in St. Louis, effective August 1, according to Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.
WashU PD active shooter drill July 9
The Washington University Police Department will conduct its biannual active shooter training exercise July 9 on the South 40 area of the Danforth Campus.
Region’s first patient receives sickle cell gene therapy
The first sickle cell disease patient in the St. Louis region has been successfully treated by WashU Medicine physicians at St. Louis Children’s Hospital with a gene therapy newly approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
AI-based brain-mapping software receives FDA market authorization
The FDA has given market authorization to a WashU startup’s technology that quickly and accurately maps the sensitive areas in patients’ brains to help neurosurgeons plan safe and effective surgeries.
Engaged City fellow applications due
The Engaged City is seeking three community-based practitioners — such as artists, writers, illustrators, or data scientists — for its Community Fellows in Residence Program. The application deadline is July 16.
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