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Family of proteins plays key role in cellular pump dynamics
Case Western Reserve University scientists pinpoint channeling of cell’s energy flow in moving metal ions Case Western Reserve University scientists have discovered how a family of proteins—cation diffusion facilitators (CDFs)—regulates an important cellular cycle, where a cell’s energy generated…
Biomedical engineering's Erin Lavik leads development of blood-clotting nanoparticles
These nanoparticles could clot your blood faster—and save your lifePopular Mechanics: Erin Lavik, associate professor of biomedical engineering, led an investigation on the role bleeding plays in injuries to the nervous system. Her team of researchers developed blood-clotting nanoparticles that can…
Pediatrics' Andrew Garner discusses impact of supportive parenting
How supportive parenting protects the brainThe Atlantic: Andrew Garner, associate clinical professor of pediatrics, discusses the impact supportive parenting early in a child’s life can have on their future success. “It's not black and white. It’s not like the baby gets hosed for life if you're not…
Case Western Reserve University’s new sexual misconduct policy now in effect
After seeking comment on an interim version for the entire academic year, Case Western Reserve has adopted a new sexual misconduct policy effective July 1. It applies to all university faculty, staff and students, and its text can be found online. The university developed the interim policy last…
Uptown to launch Thursday night summer concert series
Cleveland’s newest cultural neighborhood will launch The Beat UPTOWN, a free Thursday night summer concert series. The concert series will run each Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m., July 10 through Aug. 28, with live music selected by the Beachland Ballroom, food trucks and shopping. The Beat UPTOWN…
Incoming students: Prepare for registration with First-Year Registration Guide
To prepare first-year students for the upcoming fall semester registration period (July 10-15), the First-Year Registration Guide (available on the New Student Checklist) provides students with schedule recommendations for all majors. The guide includes information about calculus requirements and…
UCITE invites faculty members to apply for Mentor Fellows program
Faculty members are invited to apply for the University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education’s sixth Mentor Fellows program during the Fall 2014 semester. The series of seminars is designed to engage faculty members from across the university in thoughtful discussions and explore ideas…
Law's Andrew Pollis analyzes the shareholder lawsuit against Eaton Corp.
Lawsuit against Eaton: For lawyers, $6 million; for shareholders, governance changesThe Plain Dealer: Andrew Pollis, associate professor of law, analyzed the shareholder lawsuit against Eaton Corp. "Obviously, Eaton has reached a point where it wants to put all of this behind itself," Pollis said.
Law's Jonathan Adler discusses the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on greenhouse gasses
EPA Gets a Win From Supreme Court on Global Warming Emissions — MostlyNPR: Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, discussed the U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gases emitted from new and modified utility plants…
Students can change meal plans through Aug. 29
Students can add or make changes to their meal plans online. The site for making changes for fall semester 2014 is now available. Changes can be made through 5 p.m. on Aug. 29, the first Friday of fall semester. Students can change their meal plan and CaseCash selections…