Surgeons study artificial bone’s ability to replace spinal disks
School of Medicine researchers are taking a hard scientific look at how well the results delivered by artificial bone compare to fusions using bone from deceased donors.
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Hudspeth receives fellowship to research HIV/AIDS
Third-year medical student James Hudspeth will spend a year in South Africa researching HIV/AIDS and shadowing physicians caring for patients.
Adult, child volunteers needed for cholesterol studies
Several studies under way by the School of Medicine will look at various ways to treat high cholesterol in adults and children and high triglycerides.
Perseverance personified
Photo by Joe AngelesNobel Prize-winner Barry Marshall speaks at the “21st Century Science” symposium.
Sitemans honored with Harris award for strong community leadership
Photo by David KilperRuth Siteman displays the Harris award as Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, Ann Liberman and Alvin Siteman look on.Whitney Harris and his late wife, Jane, established the award to reward couples who care deeply about improving the quality of life in the region.
Miller’s HHMI grant enhances science learning
Kathryn Miller is assuming leadership on this grant from colleague Sarah C.R. Elgin, who first secured funding from HHMI in 1992.
Gateway Festival Orchestra to present free Sunday concerts
In its 43rd season of summer shows, the orchestra will highlight composers and young artists from Missouri and Illinois.
Extraordinary service
Photo by Mary ButkusSeven individuals were selected as 2006 Gerry and Bob Virgil Ethic of Service Award recipients; they were recognized at an award reception at Whittemore House.
Amacher named Hillel director
She has spent the past 13 years working in executive management of several Jewish Community Centers throughout the United States.
2006-07 parking permit prices announced
Red passes will be $853 for the year; Yellow, Blue and Brown, $380; Official Business: $370; Red Evening, Yellow Evening, $88; and Daily, $5.