Interdisciplinary ‘pathway’ trains new generation of neuroscientists
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded WUSTL a five-year grant for $2.8 million to implement an integrated, interdisciplinary graduate program in the neurosciences that blends neuroscience, psychology and biomedical engineering. In the Cognitive, Computational, and Systems Neuroscience (CCSN) Pathway, doctoral students design and implement their own cross-cutting, innovative brain science projects.
Workers install Danforth Campus sign
Photo by Joe AngelesMasonry workers check to make sure the individual nameplate blocks are level before applying mortar between the seams on the new monument proclaiming the Danforth Campus. Each limestone block, obtained from an Indiana quarry, weighs 500 pounds. This monument, reflecting the Hilltop Campus’ name change, sits at Skinker and Forsyth boulevards.
Study questions claims children overmedicated for ADHD
In contrast to claims that children are being overmedicated for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), School of Medicine researchers have found that many kids with ADHD are not receiving treatment. In fact, almost half of the children — within a 1,610-member study group — who might have benefited from ADHD drugs were not getting them.
Henson promoted to associate VC for alumni & development
She will assume responsibility for alumni relations, annual giving and parent programs, among others.
Sports
Volleyball, football, soccer and cross contry gear up for new season.
U.S. News ranks WUSTL 12th in undergraduate programs
WUSTL is ranked 12th for undergraduate programs among the nation’s best 248 national universities by U.S. News & World Report.
Orientation offers new students tips on succeeding in classroom
Orientation 2006 will allow freshmen to meet the faculty and staff members and current students who will help shape their WUSTL experience.
Nathan Dardick revisits past and offers a lasting gift
An active alumnus, Dardick devotes time to the University’s Chicago Regional Cabinet.
Campus Watch
The following incidents were reported to University Police Aug 10-22. 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. Crime alerts: On Aug. 16, a person […]
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Frank C.P. Yin, Ph.D.,
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Guy Genin, Ph.D.,
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