Announcements
New Data-centric Collaboration with Caris Life Sciences Aims to Advance Cancer Research
Spurred by the crucial need to understand the molecular complexities of cancer development and progression, a joint effort by the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute and the West Virginia University Cancer Institute has led to a collaboration with Caris Life Sciences.
Faculty Development Program announces fall sessions
The Health Sciences Faculty Development Program is set to host a series of sessions throughout the fall semester. Designed to foster the growth of faculty to their maximum potential in the areas of teaching, research and service while achieving the vision and mission of the University, the program offers a variety of lectures and training opportunities throughout the academic year.
Public Health faculty complete first offering of inaugural course for global healthcare management and health policy network
West Virginia University School of Public Health faculty Heather Henderson and Steve Davis recently recently completed the first offering of their course “So You Want to Teach? The Anatomy of a Course” for the Association of University Programs in Health Administration Art of Teaching Institute.
WVU in the News: Can you cry underwater?
Dr. Geoffrey Bradford, professor in the School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, writes for The Conversation Curious Kids series about tears and crying underwater.
WVU in the News: W.Va. DHHR reminds parents of back to school vaccinations
Dr. Lisa Costello, hospitalist at West Virginia University (WVU) Medicine Children’s Hospital and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, said childhood immunizations are one of the most effective public health measures.
Golf scramble to support dental school student organization
WVU School of Dentistry Delta Sigma Delta chapter is hosting its second annual 4-person golf Scramble.
WVU provides hands-on simulation training for West Virginia Junior College
Across the West Virginia University Health Sciences campus students training to become healthcare professionals participate in immersive simulation experiences through the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) as part of their education. To continue preparing healthcare professionals to best treat patients across the region, STEPS recently expanded training opportunities to faculty and staff at West Virginia Junior College.
ICYMI [Video]: Carlo DiClemente presents 'Understanding the Journey: Stages, Mechanisms, and Moderators of Health Behavior Change'
The West Virginia University School of Public Health, WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health, West Virginia Hope and Action Alliance and Copeland Health Systems hosted Dr. Carlo DiClemente for a Grand Rounds, titled "Understanding the Journey: Stages, Mechanisms, and Moderators of Health Behavior Change."
WVU in the News: West Virginia COVID officials talk new monovalent vaccine and EG.5 variant
Influenza, COVID-19 and RSV infections will be on the rise in the months to come, with COVID cases already seeing a slight surge, said West Virginia COVID-19 Czar Dr. Clay Marsh.
WVU in the News: West Virginia officials discuss tax credits, COVID, projects at briefing
EG.5 appears to be more evasive and tricks the immune system despite previous vaccinations or being infected with COVID in the past, Dr. Clay Marsh said in a taped segment during Gov. Jim Justice’s weekly press briefing.