February Health Snapshot winners announced
In January, the Office of Human Resources announced that those who participated in Your Health Snapshot, WUSTL’s health risk assessment program, could enter a monthly drawing for cash cards valued at $300, $200 and $100.
Swimmer Beyer wins national championship
Junior Alex Beyer became just the third student-athlete in WUSTL history to win a swimming national championship when he placed first in the 400-yard individual medley (IM) at the 2009 NCAA Division III swimming and diving champ-ionships March 19 in Minneapolis. Beyer’s time of 3:51.45 in the 400 IM final set a new school and […]
Bacteria in urinary tract infections caught stealing iron
Bacteria that cause urinary tract infections make more tools for stealing from their host than friendly versions of the same bacteria found in the gut.
Sandell named Mildred B. Simon Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Linda J. Sandell, Ph.D., has been named the Mildred B. Simon Research Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Conference to focus on art, aging
The Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging is hosting the 2009 Friedman Conference April 21 at the Eric P. Newman Education Center from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Human genetics subject of symposium
A symposium commemorating the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s birthday will be held March 30 in Moore Auditorium from 1-5 p.m.
Come dancing
Photo by Ray MarklinStudents learn ballroom dancing in preparation for the annual Med Ball, held March 14 at the Hyatt Regency at the Riverfront.
Annual prostate cancer screening trial shows no early mortality benefit
Prostate cancer screening tests don’t appear to reduce deaths from the disease among those with a limited life expectancy, a new study shows.
Perfect match
Photo by Robert BostonAt Match Day March 19, 111 School of Medicine students learned where they will do their residencies, including Timothy and Molly Tran, who will both be at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Diavolo returns to campus with innovative dance forms
The dance sensation Diavolo return to St. Louis and perform two shows for the Edison Theatre OVATIONS Series, as well as a special matinee for the ovations for young people series.
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