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March 06, 2012
Interested in building an international career? Come learn more March 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences 323. During the event, three local speakers will discuss their international experiences. Confirmed speakers are: Portia Brown: social development…
March 06, 2012
The Case Western Reserve University Bookstore is on the move! The bookstore’s last day in Thwing Center will be Friday, March 9. The bookstore will then be closed for spring break and will reopen in its new location in the Uptown development at 11451 Euclid Ave. on Monday, March 19. Be sure to…
March 06, 2012
Information Technology Services (ITS) will present online training on Google Calendar on Thursday, March 15, at 11:30 a.m. This session will cover how to use Google Calendar to meet your personal and organizational scheduling needs using calendar sharing, available Google customizations and…
March 06, 2012
From Mouse to Man: Circadian Nitrogen Balance Impacts Survival and Susceptibility to Common Diseases
CLEVELAND - Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine demonstrated that nitrogen balance, the process of utilizing amino acids and disposing of their toxic byproducts, occurs with a precise 24-hour rhythm – also known as circadian rhythm – in mammals. Disruption of this…
March 06, 2012
Taking ecstasy during pregnancy is bad for baby’s health (study) The Huffington Post: A recent study found the children of mothers who took ecstasy while pregnant have worse motor skills and hand-eye coordination, among other developmental delays. “The drug’s negative effects are particularly…
March 06, 2012
Aiming to please does you no favors The Plain Dealer: Saying “no” can be difficult for people-pleasers, whether they’re asked to take on additional work or just eat a little bit more. “Any personality trait has its tradeoffs,” said Julie Exline, associate professor of psychology. “People are going…
March 06, 2012
6 secrets to fuller, healthier hair Fitness Magazine: Divorce is the top factor related to hair loss in women, according to a study led by Bahman Guyuron, professor of plastic surgery at the School of Medicine. The stress hormone cortisol causes hair follicles to go into a dormant state,” he said.
March 06, 2012
John Glenn urges America to return to space for research The Plain Dealer: James McGuffin-Cawley, chair of materials science and engineering, and David Matthiesen, professor of materials science and engineering, weigh in on the value of research and production in space.
March 06, 2012
Accused Chardon High School shooter T.J. Lane's legal case is far from normal, experts say The Plain Dealer: Carmen Naso, visiting associate professor of law, discussed how the mental health of the accused gunman in Chardon might affect the case. “You would have to get a lot of people on board for…
March 06, 2012
The Commencement Office will host two Doctoral Fitting Days: Wednesday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Gund Hall, and Friday March 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iris S. and Bert L. Wolstein Research Building. These events offer new PhD, JD, MD, DNP, DMD, DM and DMA graduates the chance to…