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Here’s what was posted to UofL Today on Friday, April 8, 2016:
- UofL named NSF site for student researchers. Read more.
- Bridging the gap between academic learning and hands-on training. Read more.
- Photos: The Honors Student Council Book & Media sale was held last week, raising money to help kids with cancer attend summer camp. View here.
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DID YOU KNOW?
UofL’s second annual Day of Service was held April 8, with staff members from around campus taking the day to perform community service at the Americana Community Center, South Louisville Community Center, Parkhill Community Center and Wayside Christian Mission/Hotel Louisville. View photos here.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
UofL Today with Mark Hebert
1.) WHAS-TV, Great Day Live
2.) Radio Show
3.) Metro TV
4.) KET KY – The Kentucky Channel
Faculty
5.) PAT workshop for SOM Research Faculty
Health and Wellness
6.) Warm up with GHN’s R.I.P.P.E.D.
7.) Stay focused this Monday with brain food
8.) Celebrate Get Healthy Now’s 3-year anniversary
Miscellaneous
9.) University Budget Forum with President Ramsey planned
10.) Student information session about university tuition scheduled
11.) Grawemeyer Awards Lecture Series: Health Justice—Hermeneutic of Blessing?
12.) No Cost Memberships for students and faculty to the Kentucky Academy of Science
13.) Registration open for 2016 Faculty/Staff Open Walls exhibit
Talks/Seminars/Symposiums
14.) Special seminar focuses on MicroScale Thermophoresis
Training and Workshops
15.) PLAN offers workshop on writing strategies for STEM publications
16.) PLAN hosts workshop on effective teaching using technology
17.) Lab Safety/Hazardous Waste & Radiation Safety Training scheduled
18.) Policies and procedures info session available for those who coordinate department fundraisers
19.) Workshop available on Materials Science & Engineering
On-campus food truck schedule
20.) Food trucks serving lunch
21.) Food trucks serving dinner
Studies
22.) Childhood Obesity in Children 10 to less than 14 year olds
23.) Autism study for children 4 to 10 years old
24.) Children 8 to 13 years needed for anxiety and worry study
Grand Rounds
25.) Neuroscience Grand Rounds
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
UofL Today with Mark Hebert
1.) WHAS-TV, Great Day Live
Mondays at 9:30 a.m. UofL’s Mark Hebert has a story about UofL and talks with Rachel Platt and Terry Meiners about campus events. Full segments can be found on the WHAS11 RSS feed, while individual story packages can be found on YouTube.
- Monday, April 11 – Medical School Match Day
2.) Radio Show
Airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. on 93.9 FM The Ville; replayed on Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m.
Hebert hosts two weekly 30-minute programs focusing on research, programs, successful students and insights from UofL’s faculty experts. This week’s schedule:
- Monday, April 11 – Armon Perry on fatherhood research and programs; Monnica Williams on PTSD and mental health issues caused by racism
- Tuesday, April 12 – Angelique Johnson on cochlear implant and entrepreneurship; Whitney Nash on Nursing outreach programs; Melissa Michael discusses tree sap class and women in STEM
Podcasts of all “UofL Today with Mark Hebert” radio programs can be found on SoundCloud.
3.) Metro TV
(Ch. 99 on UVerse, Ch. 25 on TWC): Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30 with replays Thursday 6:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 p.m.
This week: Dave Howarth discusses research on Louisville’s heat island effect; Dr. Anthony Dragun on one-day treatment of early stage breast cancer; Matt Church and two students on UofL’s Quiz Bowl team discuss their successful season
Metro TV shows are available on YouTube.
4.) KET KY – The Kentucky Channel
(Ch. 192 on TWC, other channels): Thursdays at 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 14: Daniel Nocera from Harvard is the winner of the Leigh Ann Conn Prize for Renewable Energy; Anna Faul runs the new Institute for Sustainable Health and Optimal Aging
Faculty
5.) PAT workshop for SOM Research Faculty
April 14, noon to 1:30 p.m., Abell Administration Center, 323 E. Chestnut St., Room 110
Free
| The office of faculty affairs and advancement invites you to attend the PAT workshop for SOM Research faculty. A free buffet lunch will be available while you learn the requirements for promotion in your major area of effort.
Additional Information: Register online, Phyllis Harris, 852-6266 |
Health and Wellness
6.) Warm up with GHN’s R.I.P.P.E.D.
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Get Health Now Wellness Center at Humana Gym
| Employees, retirees and their spouses/QAs
This high intensity class uses a combination of free weight, body weight and resistance training and is suitable for all fitness levels. Additional Information: Facebook, website, email, 852-7755
7.) Stay focused this Monday with brain food Some of the simplest foods contain the necessary ingredients to help your body’s control center stay sharp, improve memory, and keep you motivated throughout the week. Create a brain-boosting smoothie with kiwi fruits, berries and spinach. No meat is necessary, which does great service to your body and the environment. Find extra tips and recipes to keep your mind sharp. Additional Information: Recipes, Facebook, website, email, 852-7755
8.) Celebrate Get Healthy Now’s 3-year anniversary April 21, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., GHN Wellness Center, 601 Presidents Blvd. Celebrate Get Healthy Now’s 3-year anniversary with a day of activities, free food and more. |
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Miscellaneous
9.) University Budget Forum with President Ramsey planned
April 18, 1 p.m., SAC Floyd Theater
All students are encouraged to join President James R. Ramsey in a discussion about the University of Louisville budget. Your questions and feedback are welcomed. The “Budget Forum with President Ramsey” will be held in the Student Activities Center’s Floyd Theater.
Additional Information: Email, 852-5787
10.) Student information session about university tuition scheduled
April 11, noon, SAC Floyd Theater
An information session regarding university tuition has been scheduled for the campus community. All students are invited to join representatives from the Finance Office, and Student Affairs in a discussion about tuition and how tuition is set at the University of Louisville. Questions and feedback are welcomed. Refreshments will be provided.
Additional Information: Email, 852-5787
11.) Grawemeyer Awards Lecture Series: Health Justice—Hermeneutic of Blessing?
April 13, 7 p.m., Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Caldwell Chapel
Free
Susan R. Holman, senior writer at the Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University, presents “Health Justice – Hermeneutic of Blessing?” Holman received the 2016 Grawemeyer Award in Religion for her book, “Beholden: Religion, Global Health, and Human Rights,” in which she examines how faith-based and human rights organizations’ divergent ideological approaches can undermine efforts to address global health issues. A reception and book signing will follow Holman’s lecture.
Additional Information: Chris Wooton, 800-264-1839
12.) No Cost Memberships for students and faculty to the Kentucky Academy of Science
UofL is an Enhanced Affiliate member of the KAS. Faculty and students interested in science are encouraged to take advantage of free memberships which provide news, announcements, job and research opportunities from KAS; are eligible to apply for grants and publish in the Journal of the KAS; search the KAS database and connect with 3000 fellow scientists across Kentucky. To join for no cost go to: kyscience.org and click on the Membership tab. When you click on “Join and Pay on-line,” no fee will be charged.
Additional Information: Email, 852-8373
13.) Registration open for 2016 Faculty/Staff Open Walls exhibit
Registration due June 1
The annual show for faculty and staff is scheduled for June 13 to June 30 in the Photographic Archives gallery at Ekstrom Library. The exhibit is an opportunity for UofL employees who are not professional or exhibited artists to share their work. All media (i.e., painting, photography, woodworking, mixed media, fiber arts, jewelry, crafts) will be accepted. Click here for more information and registration form.
Additional Information: Janet Cappiello, 852-1104, or Alicia Kelso, 852-2670
Talks/Seminars/Symposiums
14.) Special seminar focuses on MicroScale Thermophoresis
April 11, 3-4 p.m., Kosair Charities Clinical and Translational Research Building, Room 124
Free
The topic, “Biomolecular Interaction Analytics using MicroScale Thermophoresis,” will be presented by Ellen Lee, PhD, an Application Scientist from NanoTemper Technologies Inc., Cambridge, Mass. This seminar will describe a new technique for measuring binding interaction, MicroScale Thermophoresis (MST). The method promises to be of great use in drug discovery, since binding can be measured using far less material than usual biophysical methods.
Additional Information: Brooke DeGroote
Training and Workshops
| 15.) PLAN offers workshop on writing strategies for STEM publications
April 12, 4:30-6 p.m., Room 2035, K-Wing (Nursing), HSC Writing for publication is a vital part of grad students’ professional development. This workshop covers the process of writing for STEM publications, including approaches for turning research and seminar papers into journal articles. It also addresses the practical concerns of writing for publication, e.g. identifying an appropriate publication and work revision. Additional Information: Register online, event listing
16.) PLAN hosts workshop on effective teaching using technology April 14, 2-3 p.m., Room W102, Ekstrom Library, Belknap Are you a GTA wanting to learn ways to use technology effectively in your classes? This workshop is designed to help GTAs learn about, choose, and integrate classroom technologies that will help them teach more effectively and will provide participants with an understanding of how using various tech platforms can enhance students’ knowledge of research skills, group collaboration, and in-class discussion. Additional Information: Register online, event listing |
17.) Lab Safety/Hazardous Waste & Radiation Safety Training scheduled
April 14, 9- 11:45 a.m., Room 2034, K-wing (Nursing School), HSC
Free
Recently hired lab employees who work with chemicals should attend the Lab Safety/Hazardous Waste session. Individuals who will begin working with or around radioactive materials should attend the Radiation Safety Orientation session which starts immediately after Lab Safety. Please register for the class online, clicking on classroom training and selecting the appropriate class or classes to sign up.
Additional Information: Cathy Price, 852-2956
18.) Policies and procedures info session available for those who coordinate department fundraisers
April 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m., HR Training Room
The Office of University Advancement has put together a policies and procedures booklet to help ensure that all fundraising events follow appropriate guidelines that protect the University from unnecessary liabilities and follow IRS regulations. There will be an information session to go through the policies and procedures. Please RSVP if you are interested in attending.
Additional Information: Judy Singleton
19.) Workshop available on Materials Science & Engineering
April 11, 2:30 p.m., followed by reception at 4 p.m., Vogt Bldg. Auditorium Rm311
Free, RSVP recommended
The Speed School Materials Science and Engineering Research Group is sponsoring a workshop on materials research opportunities in and needs of the Conn Center, including on proposals and grants. Each Center scientist will present a 10-minute overview of their materials-specific interests and needs for new collaborations. A reception follows where attendees can engage in one-on-one discussions with both the Conn Center staff and MS&E faculty. All UofL faculty and research staff are invited.
Additional Information: RSVP via email, program online
On-campus food truck schedule
20.) Food trucks serving lunch
- April 12, Mark’s Feed Store, Business School Circle; Johnny’s Diner Car, Humanities/Lutz Circle
- April 14, Pollo, Business School Circle; Traveling Kitchen, Humanities/Lutz Circle
21.) Food trucks serving dinner
- April 13, Boss Hogg, Ville Grill
Studies
22.) Childhood Obesity in Children 10 to less than 14 year olds
IRB #13.0334
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a research study to evaluate the effect of an investigational product on childhood obesity. White and African American male and female subjects 10 to less than 14 years old who are overweight, obese or normal weight may be eligible. If a child qualifies to participate, he or she will receive the product or placebo and study related care at no cost. Compensation will be provided for time/travel.
Additional Information: Molly Harper by email, 629-4695 or 620-0000 (pager)
23.) Autism study for children 4 to 10 years old
IRB #13.0779
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate how a medication treats abnormal EEG’s without seizures, as well as behavioral and neurological symptoms, in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). If a child qualifies to take part in this research study, he/she will receive the study medication or placebo and study-related care at no cost. Parents will be offered compensation for time/travel.
Additional Information: Molly Harper by email, 629-4695 or 620-0000 (pager)
24.) Children 8 to 13 years needed for anxiety and worry study
January, Room 363, Life Sciences Building, Belknap Campus, IRB #13.0923
Are you stressed? Is your child stressed, anxious, or worried? We can help. The UofL Developmental Psychopathology Lab is conducting a study examining the nature of worry and anxiety in parents and children. Parents and their children between the ages of 8 and 13 years are eligible to participate. Participants will be compensated $20 for their time and receive free diagnostic interviews, detailed feedback and a report outlining the results of our assessment.
Additional Information: 852-2351, email
Grand Rounds
25.) Neuroscience Grand Rounds
April 14, 8-9 a.m., HSC Campus Baxter Building Auditorium (Lower Level)
Free
As part of Neuroscience Grand Rounds, the Dept. of Neurology is pleased to announce that Kathrin LaFaver, MD and Sarah Mufti, MD will present “Unmet Needs in Parkinson’s Disease- A Patient and Caregiver Perspective” April 14.
Additional Information: Website includes info on how to watch live online and receive CME credit
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