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A New Milestone in Laboratory Grown Human Brain Tissue
oligocortical spheroids A cutting-edge laboratory technique that turns human stem cells into brain-like tissue now recapitulates human brain development more accurately than ever, according to a new study from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The study, published…
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Visit the University Farm’s market stand on select Saturdays this year
The university community is invited to stop by the University Farm market stand on select Saturdays throughout the year. Produce available at the farm market stand is harvested regularly at the University Farm; product selection is based on each week's harvest. In addition to produce, a selection…
Genetics of dementia/Alzheimer's disease in minority populations
A study by Dr. Jonathan Haines at Case Western Reserve University is looking for the genetic factors that may contribute to the cause of Alzheimer's Disease. We are looking for research participants that meet the following qualifications: Families of any race/ethnicity:   With more than…
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Genetics and genome science chair Anthony Winshaw-Boris discusses telemedicine
Telemedicine could soften geneticist shortage Crain’s Cleveland Business: Chair of the Department of Genetics and Genome Sciences Anthony Winshaw-Boris spoke about the telemedicine initiative that began last year at University Hospitals, particularly as it relates to genetic medicine.
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Law School's Jonathan Adler comments on Scott Pruitt's legacy
So did Scott Pruitt remake the EPA? The Atlantic: Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law and director of the Center for Business Law and Regulation, explained why he believes Scott Pruitt, recently-resigned EPA administrator, won’t leave a significant legacy.
Call for Abstracts: American Cancer Society IRG Awards
LETTER OF INTENT DEADLINE: Friday, August 3, 2018 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 17, 2018 Pilot funding for CANCER-RELATED research with a basic, clinical, prevention & control, behavioral, health services, or epidemiological focus. Up to $30,000 award. Applications accepted for general…
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Case Western Reserve, NervGen sign license agreement to develop therapies for spinal-cord injury and other nerve-damage conditions
Case Western Reserve University and NervGen Pharma Corp., based in Vancouver, have entered into an exclusive licensing agreement to research, develop and commercialize a patented technology with potential to bring new therapies for spinal-cord injury and other conditions associated with nerve…
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Did You Know: Merging
One of the largest artworks on campus, Merging, is a sculpture made of copper-colored granite in the center of Mather Quad. One half of the sculpture, which is constructed of a series of asymmetrical steps, remains dry while the other is covered in running water. This feature has led students to…
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Sims Park Sweep
The community is invited to join students in the Master of Engineering and Management program for a cleanup event at Sims Park, one of six local parks with access to Lake Erie. The cleanup will be held Saturday, Aug. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Sims Park (23131 Lakeshore Blvd., Euclid). The students…
Contact Lens Genetics Research Study
Now enrolling! Who: Healthy contact lens wearers (using contacts for at least 5 years) In the age group 15-70 years European ancestry (Caucasian) No history of a corneal ulcer from contact lenses What: brief eye exam, answer one questionnaire, provide blood sample or saliva sample, collection of…