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Photo by Michael WorfulFaculty discuss women in science and medicine at the Spotlight on Women in Medicine and Science symposium and panel Sept. 26 at the Farrell Learning and Teaching Center.

Now in its sixth year, WUSTL’s Give Thanks Give Back campaign again will strive to make the holiday season a bit merrier for some needy St. Louis families.

In the midst of a national financial crisis, colleges and universities across the United States are grappling with their own economic realities and challenges related to operating budgets, financial aid for students and endowment spending.

Calorie restriction may not be as effective at extending life in people as it is in rodents, according to School of Medicine scientists.

Yousef Abu-Amer, Ph.D., Jeffrey G. Catalano, Ph.D., Joseph C. Corbo, M.D., Ph.D.

Photo by Robert BostonKevin E. Yarasheski, Ph.D., professor of medicine, of cell biology and physiology and of physical therapy, says his decision to pursue science as a career began with an interest in the biochemistry of physical activity.

Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton announced that WUSTL has received a major commitment from Stephen and Camilla Brauer to help implement the long-range, strategic plan of its School of Engineering & Applied Science.

Construction Update is published periodically and provides information about the progress of major building and renovation projects. Information is provided to the Record by facilities management.

Lorna Marcelline Phillip, film librarian at the School of Medicine from 1971-79, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Strafford Care Center in Strafford, Mo. She was 70.

A new predictive measurement developed at the School of Medicine could bring good news to many women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer.