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Researchers find genetic factor to control health-harming inflammation in obese
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have discovered a genetic factor that can regulate obesity-induced inflammation that contributes to chronic health problems. If they learn to control levels of the factor in defense cells called macrophages, “We have a shot at a…
Donald Carrier named associate director of MFA acting program
In September, Donald Carrier will join the Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House Master of Fine Arts (MFA) acting program as its new associate director. Carrier has acted, taught and directed at regional theatres throughout the country, including The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, The…
Build on this year's annual report, "The Bigger Picture," and share your CWRU success story
Case Western Reserve University has a reputation for conducting life-changing research and offering an education that impacts the bigger picture. Now that the 2010-11 academic year has come to a close, the campus community is invited to reflect on their achievements during the year. Share your…
Employee Wellness Program offers three free Zumba classes
The Employee Wellness Program offers three free Zumba classes at 121 Fitness Center. Zumba is a fun, easy group exercise class for people of all ages and fitness levels. 121 Fitness offers more than 55 group exercise classes per week and invites all employees to try one or all of the Zumba classes,…
Three reasons default is possible
The Fiscal Times: Joseph White, Luxenberg Family Professor of Public Policy and director of the Center for Policy Studies, explains why not extending the debt ceiling in August could be cataclysmic for the economy.
University Hospitals in Cleveland to offer $99 lung cancer screening test
The Plain Dealer: Philip Linden, School of Medicine associate professor of surgery and chief of the division of thoracic surgery at University Hospitals Case Medical Center, talks about the benefits of offering low-cost lung cancer screenings.
Business schools hope to shatter sturdy glass ceiling
U.S. News & World Report: Weatherhead School of Management professor of organizational behavior Diana Bilimoria discusses how the school prepares women to flourish in the business world.
Researcher seeks to help teens overcome fears of mental illness
When teens start experiencing changes in moods or emotions, they tend to fear sharing their blue days with their families and adults who can help them. As a consequence, they often suffer in silence. Melissa Pinto-Foltz, a KL2 Clinical Research Scholar and instructor from the Frances Payne Bolton…
Donald Carrier hired as new associate director of MFA acting program
BroadwayWorld.com: Donald Carrier is now the associate director of the Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House Master of Fine Arts Acting Program.
American studies professor Gladys Haddad inducted into Heights High hall of fame
Cleveland Heights High School inducted Gladys Haddad, adjunct professor of American studies, into its Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. A Heights High student committee selected Haddad and other inductees from a list of nominees from the general public with only their achievements listed, not…