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Washington University’s Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences (DBBS) celebrated two milestones May 1-2: its 35th anniversary and the graduation of its 1,000th student. The Division spans both the University’s Danforth and Medical campuses to provide Ph.D. training programs in biology and the biomedical sciences. Established in 1973, the Division has become the national model for graduate education in biology and biomedical sciences because of its collaborative, interdisciplinary approach.

Photo by Robert BostonTeefey and colleague Bill Middleton look at ultrasound images.Sherry Teefey, professor of radiology, enjoys both her professional time with patients and colleagues and personal time spent not only hiking in mountain ranges around the world but also in medical education efforts in countries in Africa, Asia and South America.

Photo by Mary ButkusChancellor Mark S. Wrighton presents Karen Tokarz, J.D., with a medal signifying her installation as the Charles Nagel Professor of Public Interest Law and Public Service April 1 in the Bryan Cave Moot Courtroom of Anheuser-Busch Hall.

Photo by Robert BostonAs director of the Genome Sequencing Center, Richard K. Wilson stands at the forefront of the genetics revolution — one that promises to transform the way medicine is practiced and patients are treated.

Civil rights attorney Bradley Blower, J.D., will be the keynote speaker for the School of Law’s colloquium on “America’s Fair Housing and Immigration Challenges” 8:45 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, April 17, in the Bryan Cave Moot Courtroom of Anheuser-Busch Hall. The annual event is free and open to the public. Blower, who has successfully represented scores […]

The following incidents were reported to University Police April 9-15. Readers with information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935-5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu. April 9 9:13 a.m. — An unknown […]

School of Medicine researchers have used nanotechology to focus a much lower drug dose to slow tumor growth in rabbits.

School of Medicine researchers have discovered seven new sites of common DNA variation that increase the risk of psoriasis.

WUSTL’s Office of Human Resources invites all faculty and staff to an annual workshop on “Planning for the Future of a Child or Other Dependents With Special Needs.” A representative from MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids will conduct the workshop and discuss a service called MetDesk.

A brain network linked to introspective tasks is less intricate and well connected in children, School of Medicine scientists have learned.