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Download LabVIEW Spring 2015, ChemOffice Professional 15 from Software Center
LabVIEW Spring 2015 and ChemOffice Professional 15 are now available to members of the Case Western Reserve University community through the Software Center. LabVIEW Spring 2015 is available to faculty and staff members at no cost; it is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux computers. Though…
CWRU researchers find high blood sugar of diabetes can cause immune system malfunction
Case Western Reserve scientists show how sugar-derived molecules can weaken infection-fighting antimicrobial beta-defensin peptides Case Western Reserve University scientists may have uncovered a molecular mechanism that sets into motion the dangerous infection in the feet and hands that often…
Nursing's Kathy Wright discusses her study on how older adults can benefit from simple housework
Kathy Wright, Case Western Reserve University–Healthy Housework The Academic Minute: Kathy Wright, instructor in the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing and KL2 author, discussed her study, which found that older adults can benefit from simple housework, both emotionally and physically.
Reproductive biology's Marjorie Greenfield discusses Ohio bill that would make illegal for abortions for Down syndrome diagnosis reasons
Ohio bill would ban abortion if Down syndrome is reason New York Times: Marjorie Greenfield, professor of reproductive biology, discussed an Ohio bill that could make it illegal to perform an abortion if a Down syndrome diagnosis is the reason for the procedure. “If abortion on demand is legal, and…
Late Dr. Ted Castele remembered for his contributions to School of Medicine
Dr. Ted Castele, 87, was nation's first TV news doctor The Plain Dealer: Following his passing Aug. 23, Ted Castele(ADL '51, MED '57) is remembered for his role as the nation’s first TV doctor and his contributions to the School of Medicine. Castele served as a trustee and assistant clinical…
Traffic advisory: Avoid East 115th Street between Wade Park and Finnegan's Way
Members of the the campus community are encouraged to avoid East 115th Street between Finnegan's Way and Wade Park Avenue today (Monday, Aug. 31) through Sunday, Sept. 14, as final construction is completed on the new residence hall. Street closures will be frequent and drivers should seek…
Legal research paper: U.S. has common law trust obligation to African-Americans 150 years after slavery ended
Case Western Reserve University School of Law faculty member Ayesha Bell Hardaway began reparations research as CWRU law student This year marks the 150-year anniversary of the abolition of slavery in America. Over the years, there have been numerous unsuccessful attempts to secure reparations for…
Take the service challenge: Become a Civic Engagement Scholar
Applications for the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning’s Civic Engagement Scholars program are available now. The program is designed to promote and recognize meaningful student involvement in the Cleveland community. Scholars commit to completing 50 community service hours, with at least 25…
Weatherhead School of Management offers new online course about coaching with compassion
Behavioral and neuroscience research shows that coaching with compassion helps inspire and motivate people to learn, change and be effective leaders. Case Western Reserve University faculty members Ellen Van Oosten, Melvin Smith and Richard Boyatzis at the Weatherhead School of Management’s…
Attend first 2015-2016 Ethics Table brown bag lunch Sept. 2
The first 2015-2016 Ethics Table brown bag lunch will convene Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Thwing Center’s Cleveland Room. All members of the campus and neighboring communities are welcome to attend. At the opening meeting, the group will catch up and follow up on last year's…