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Protective hinge process enables insulin to bind to cells
Case Western Reserve scientist helps lead study that will enhance insulin products and improve blood sugar control Since its landmark discovery in 1922, insulin has improved the health and extended the lives of more than 500 million people worldwide with diabetes mellitus. Yet the question of how…
Graduate Student Senate accepts applications for new student organizations, re-recognition
Graduate Student Senate (GSS) Student Organizations and Allocations Committee (O&A) is accepting applications from graduate students for new student organizations and re-recognition of existing ones. GSS encourages academic department specific graduate student groups to seek GSS recognition,…
Psychology's Jim Overholser discusses depression, suicide
Robin Williams' suicide has put a spotlight on depression and suicide19 Action News: Jim Overholser, professor of psychology, discusses depression and suicide in the wake of comedian Robin Williams’ death. "Usually when I talk about suicide risk, the combination of depression and hopelessness…
School of Medicine's Sanford Markowitz discussed stool-based colorectal screening test
CWRU, UH researchers' discovery behind first approved stool DNA colorectal cancer screening testThe Plain Dealer: Sanford Markowitz, professor of hematology/oncology, discussed a stool-based colorectal screening test for which he led the development more than a decade ago. The test recently became…
Engineering student earns Tau Beta Pi scholarship
Tau Beta Pi, the engineering honor society, awarded Shriya Srinivasan a $2000 scholarship for the 2014-2015 year. Tau Beta Pi Scholarships are awarded to junior members on a competitive basis of high scholarship, campus leadership and service, and promise of future contributions to the engineering…
5 Questions… with celebrated pediatric oncologist Peter de Blank
In June, Peter de Blank, assistant professor in pediatric oncology and hematology, added a new accolade to his collection—the inaugural Francis S. Collins Award to research neurofibromatosis (NF). He was one of the first two researchers to receive the prestigious honor sponsored by the…
Save the date: Open House Party at 121 Fitness to be held Sept. 10
The annual Open House Party at 121 Fitness is Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The open house will feature a free cookout presented by Bon Appetit Management Co., outdoor Zumba classes and fitness demonstrations, music from Deejay Tech, raffle prizes and chair massages.
Privacy-related information sessions continue Aug. 21 on Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The University Compliance Office continues its monthly privacy-related information sessions for Case Western Reserve University employees Thursday, Aug. 21. Employees will get tips on the proper management of students’ education records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy…
Learn more about study abroad options at orientation
The Office of Education Abroad will be available throughout orientation to provide new students information about its programs. Details are listed below: Beyond the Classroom—Introduction to Study Abroad: Monday, Aug. 18, in DeGrace, room 312, at 9:45 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 1:45…
Find out which new dining option campus community is most excited about
When Tinkham Veale University Center holds its official opening on Aug. 24, the campus community will have a variety of new dining options. But according to The Daily’s poll this week, one of those options is overwhelmingly more exciting than the rest. Melt Bar and Grilled, a Cleveland-area…