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Research on small semiconductors is multidisciplinary, says chemical engineering's Uziel Landau
Case Western Reserve, German company working on development of small semiconductors Crain’s Cleveland Business: Atotech Deutschland GmbH is working with CWRU to develop a way to make semiconductors smaller than any on the market today. “This is multidisciplinary research; one needs to understand…
Brain interfacing has potential to help the paralyzed, says biomedical engineering's Robert Kirsch
CWRU study of BrainGate could help paralyzed patients regain movement The Plain Dealer: A group of engineers is launching a clinical trial to study a system that will measure how the brains of people with paralysis communicate movement. "We want to restore people's ability to move," said Robert…
Psychology's Julie Exline discusses rules of religion
Beyond the rules: faith, freedom, and the chance to soar Psychology Today: Julie Exline, associate professor of psychology, blogs about the rules of religion—and what’s behind them.
First-year students: Fill out survey about first year of college
During the week of March 25, first-year students received an invitation to participate in a national survey titled, “Your First College Year.” The survey is being given to first-year students at schools across the country and asks questions about students’ experiences during their first year of…
121 Fitness offers promotions for Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week
To celebrate Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, 121 Fitness will offer a number of promotions. With a valid Case Western Reserve University ID, graduate students can enjoy: a free guest week, 20 percent off Recovery Zone Smoothies (add-ins not included), and a membership…
Learn more about Fulbright opportunities from program director April 9
On Tuesday, April 9, the Center for International Affairs will host Debra Egan, director of Fulbright Scholar Programs, to share information about the 2014/15 Fulbright program. From 2:30 to 4 p.m., Egan will present an introduction of the program, components of the online application, qualities…
Researchers: Submit proposals for W.M. Keck Foundation high-risk research grants
Science, engineering and medical researchers are invited to submit proposals for the W.M. Keck Foundation’s grant. Two applications will be allowed. The grants will be capped at $1 million. The submission deadline for Case Western Reserve University internal applications is June 3, and the…
Save the date: ”Comparative Effectiveness Research: From All Angles” to be held in May
“Comparative Effectiveness Research: From All Angles,” the third annual, two-day conference, will be held May 22-23 at Case Western Reserve University. The conference will feature a number of distinguished speakers presenting on a variety of medical-field topics including policy, physician…
Discuss the relationship between religion and science during April 5 community hour event
During the April 5 community hour, a panel will examine the relationship between religion and science. Are the two mutually exclusive, supportive or something different? The discussion will begin at 12:30 p.m. in Nord Hall 310. William Deal, Severance Professor of the History of Religion and…
Poet Forrest Gander to lead Poetry in the Museum, announce contest winners April 7
The Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities and the Cleveland Museum of Art invite poetry lovers to a talk by poet Forrest Gander, who will share his work in the museum’s Reid Gallery from 1:30 to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 7. Following his presentation, Gander will announce the winners of the 2013…