$4.5 million supports pathbreaking neuroimmunology research
WashU Medicine has received a three-year $4.5 million grant from the Carol and Gene Ludwig Family Foundation, with the ultimate goal of developing new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.
Zacks installed as Edgar James Swift Professor
Jeffrey M. Zacks, an expert in memory and neuroscience, was installed as the Edgar James Swift Professor in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis during a Feb. 4 ceremony.
Lindquist installed as Nickerson Dean of the School of Law
Stefanie A. Lindquist, professor and dean of the School of Law, was installed Feb. 4 as the inaugural Nickerson Dean, named in honor of Steven “Cash” Nickerson, chairman and CEO of Nickerson Stoneleigh Inc. and a member of the university’s Board of Trustees.
A new era for public health
WashU has celebrated Sandro Galea’s installation as dean, marking a major milestone for public health and the launch of its first new school in a century.
McBride installed as Gerald Early Distinguished Professor
Dwight A. McBride has been installed as the inaugural Gerald Early Distinguished Professor of African & African American Studies in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. A lecture and reception to celebrate his appointment were held Dec. 10 in Holmes Lounge.
Berkland named inaugural Mark and Becky Ruhmann Levin Professor
Cory Berkland has been named the inaugural Mark and Becky Ruhmann Levin Professor in the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University.
Gratitude inspires generous support for WashU Medicine’s neurosurgery department
In recognition of a $50 million gift from Andrew and Barbara Taylor, the neurosurgery department at WashU Medicine has been named the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery.
Siteman Cancer Center’s new outpatient building named in honor of Gary C. Werths
Siteman Cancer Center’s new building for outpatient care will be named the Gary C. Werths Building. A transformative commitment by the late Werths and his husband, Richard Frimel, will support cancer research and medical student scholarships.
Yang installed as Albert Gordon Hill Professor of Physics
Li Yang was installed as the Albert Gordon Hill Professor of Physics in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. Yang delivered an installation address titled “Exploring Quantum Mechanics at Nanoscale with Petascale Computing.”
Founders Day recognizes faculty, alumni, friends
The university held its annual Founders Day celebration Nov. 9 to honor the outstanding achievements of some of the university’s most distinguished faculty, alumni and friends.
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