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Science Cafe: “Dissemination and Implementation Science”
Science Cafe is a monthly educational series that gathers together scientists, investigators, trainees and community members to engage in meaningful discussions aimed at forging new collaborations through common interests in exciting areas of research. Each month features a new research focus,…
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Two Case Western Reserve University faculty members honored as Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors
Researchers Gary E. Wnek and the late Arnold Caplan recognized for groundbreaking innovations Polymer scientist Gary E. Wnek and stem-cell biologist Arnold Caplan have been named Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), the highest professional distinction awarded solely to…
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Hear from the student directors of Doc Opera 2024: Pokémon, Gotta Match ‘Em All!
Each December, hundreds of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine students step into the spotlight to showcase talents rarely called upon in classrooms and clinical rotations. The variety show Doc Opera, now in its 40th year, raises funds for the school’s student-run health clinics and…
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Postdoc of the Month: Sidra Islam
Sidra Islam’s research could lead to improvements in cancer immunotherapies. A postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Pathology, Islam’s work centers on understanding T-cell differentiation and function within the tumor microenvironment. Her work at Case Western Reserve University…
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Master of Science in Regenerative Medicine and Entrepreneurship’s FUSION program information session
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to learn about the FUSION aspect of the Master of Science in Regenerative Medicine and Entrepreneurship (RGME) program during a virtual information session Wednesday, Dec. 11, from noon to 1 p.m. Offered through the School of…
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Master of Science in Applied Anatomy information session
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to learn about the Master of Science in Applied Anatomy program during an online information session Thursday, Dec. 12, at 4 p.m. Attendees will hear directly from faculty and students, learn how a degree in anatomy can propel…
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Master of Science in Pathology program webinar
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to learn about the Master of Science in Pathology program during an informational webinar Wednesday, Dec. 11, at noon. Degree options for this program are: Healthcare Track for students aiming for MD/DO programs, PA…
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See a treasure trove of medical devices at campus museum
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the fall/winter 2024 edition of Think magazine. Visit https://case.edu/think/ to read more recent stories. Remarkable stories unfold in the public museum galleries and research vaults at Case Western Reserve University’s Dittrick Medical History…
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Case Western Reserve University awarded $1.5M to study vaginal bacteria linked to serious health risks
Bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most prevalent condition affecting the female reproductive system in women aged 15 to 44, is linked to such serious health risks as preterm birth, gynecological malignancies and sexually transmitted diseases. But effective long-term treatments for BV are limited:…
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“Food is the Force that Binds Us All Together”
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to hear from Hope Barkoukis, associate professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Monday, Nov. 25, at 4:30 p.m. in Clark Hall, Room 206. Barkoukis, who was recently…