Announcements
The Conversation: Millions of Americans believe aromatherapy works – but for many doctors, it still doesn’t pass the smell test
Dr. Marian Reven discusses the history of using essential oils and their aromas to improve health and well-being, as well as the potential risks and benefits of the practice of aromatherapy today.
WVU exercise physiology student affirms passion for vision research through summer program
Seven students from colleges and universities across the country convened at the start of the summer on West Virginia University’s campus to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Vision Research Fellowship Program researching ocular diseases and working with faculty mentors to diagnose and treat those diseases in laboratory settings.
Today (July 24): MAP, Applaud and related services will be offline 8 p.m.-midnight
MAP, Applaud and related services such as Web Clock, Leave Request and MyReports will be unavailable time from 8 p.m. to midnight today (Monday, July 24) for an urgent system update.
WVU researchers capture atomic view of synthetic DNA, revealing ‘molecular scissors’ that could treat disease
West Virginia University researchers are now able to view synthetic DNA at the atomic level, giving them the ability to understand how to change its structure in hopes of enhancing its scissor-like function. Learning more about these synthetic DNA reactions could be the key to unlocking new technology for medical diagnoses and treatments.
WVU School of Nursing recruitment specialist elected president of WVACRAO
Phillip Engelkemier, a WVU School of Nursing college recruitment specialist, has been elected President of the West Virginia Associate of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to helping provide college exploration opportunities for students in West Virginia.
Blood Drive planned for Aug. 9 at Ruby Memorial Hospital
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held Wednesday, Aug. 9 from noon to 6 p.m. in the Bruce McClymonds Conference Room A.
WVU in the News: Kicking the diet soda habit after the WHO decision? Here's how to sip with satisfaction
Judith Siebart tells The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette people who drink large amounts of diet soda should pay attention to the World Health Organization’s new guidance on aspartame, an artificial sweetener.
WVU in the News: Being a 'Weekend Warrior' can still help your heart
In Healthline, Bethany Barone Gibbs weighs in on a study that found recommended levels of exercise do not have to be spread out through a full week to reduce risks of stroke and atrial fibrillation.
School of Medicine names interim dean for Charleston campus
Clay Marsh, MD, chancellor and executive dean for WVU Health Sciences, announced that James R. Campbell II, MD, will serve as interim dean for the WVU Health Sciences Charleston Campus following the retirement of John C. Linton, PhD, longstanding dean, associate vice president and professor, effective September 1, 2023.
Co-creator of the Transtheoretical Model of behavior change to present during Grand Rounds
In collaboration with the West Virginia University Institute for Community and Rural Health, the WVU School of Public Health will host Dr. Carlo DiClemente, co-creator of the Transtheoretical Model of behavior change for a Grand Rounds on Monday, August 7.