Kents’ generosity leads to undergraduate Olin scholarships
Beginning in the 2008-09 academic year, the Jerry and Judy Kent Scholarships will be awarded to approximately five freshmen each year for the next seven years, and they will remain Kent Scholars for four years in Olin’s BSBA program.
Endometrial cancer discovery shows promise for treatments
Scientists at the School of Medicine discovered that an inhibitor drug can turn off cell receptors responsible for tumor growth in some patients with endometrial cancer.
Volleyball sets sight on No. 1 Juniata
The No. 2 volleyball team ran its 2008 record to 8-0 with four wins at the WU/Asics National Invitational last weekend at the WU Field House. The Bears defeated three teams ranked in the America Volleyball Coaches Association top 25 poll, No. 11 Ohio Northern University, No. 22 Central College (Iowa) and No. 24 California […]
Genome technology wizard
Photo by Robert BostonMardis’ technology helps pinpoint causes of disease.
Sensor that detects stomach viruses identified
School of Medicine scientists have identified the primary immune sensor that detects the presence of stomach viruses in the body.
Getting up to speed on engineering clubs
Photo by Kevin LowderYun Que (in black, next to car), a senior and executive board member of the student group Society of Automotive Engineers, introduces her organization to new engineering students at an orientation picnic Aug. 26 outside Lopata Hall.
Give blood so WUSTL can ‘keep momentum going’
The Community Service Office will be sponsoring four University-wide blood drives throughout the academic year beginning Sept. 16.
Rapid changes measured in key Alzheimer’s protein
School of Medicine researchers have proven that they can directly measure amyloid beta in the human brain, an important step for Alzheimer’s research.
Society names award for Welch
The Society for Nuclear Medicine (SNM) has created an annual award named for Michael J. Welch, Ph.D., professor of radiology, of developmental biology and of chemistry.
Of Note
William A. Frazier, Ph.D.,
C. Charles Gu, Ph.D.,
James E. McLeod,
Jason C. Mills, M.D., Ph.D., and more…
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