Announcements
WVU in the News: WVU orthodontists testing innovative technology for making ‘shape memory’ dental aligners
West Virginia University is one of three U.S. universities testing a new technology that incorporates “shape memory” material for clear plastic dental aligners, an alternative to traditional metal braces.
WVU in the News: Migraine patient finds life-changing care at WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Headache Center
Meridith Balas, who experiences 24 to 28 headache days a month, meticulously plans how and where she sits, what she eats, and even the air she breathes to keep her migraine attacks at bay. She manages her chronic migraine “like a 24/7 job,” and while she has better control of her disease now, she didn’t always feel that way.
WVU in the News: WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute launches groundbreaking athlete player safety initiative in Marion County
The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) is partnering with football helmet manufacturer Riddell on a new initiative to provide a cutting-edge personalized football helmet platform to middle and high school tackle football programs across Marion County.
WVU student organization recognized as runner-up for national dental association award
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) has been selected as runner-up for the organization’s Gold Crown Chapter Award.
Murray named to Hubert A. and Hazel L. Shaffer Clinical Professorship
Ann Marie Murray, M.D., a professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Neurology and the WVU Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute (RNI), has been named to the Hubert A. and Hazel L. Shaffer Clinical Professorship.
Monongalia County EMS presents Lifesaver Award to WVU School of Nursing student
Mason Solliday, a WVU School of Nursing student, was presented June 11 with the inaugural Lifesaver Award from Monongalia County EMS. Officials said Mason’s fast-acting efforts to perform CPR on his friend Grant made all the difference in his full recovery.
WVU’s Faith Community Nursing efforts receive $12,800 grant from Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon
The Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon has awarded the WVU School of Nursing a $12,800 grant to help build nurse-led access to care points within West Virginia faith community settings.
WVU in the News: Full Interview: WVU student who saved friend’s life with CPR
A West Virginia University student and Monongalia County paramedics were honored on Wednesday for their quick action that helped save a teenager’s life. Back in February, Mason Solliday, a sophomore nursing student at WVU, gave his friend CPR after he suffered a cardiac emergency outside the MountainLair on WVU’s Morgantown campus. Solliday continued CPR until first responders arrived and took over and was “integral” in saving his friend’s life, according to paramedics.
Mullett to step down as pediatrics chair, national search underway
After nearly a decade leading the West Virginia University Department of Pediatrics, Charles Mullett, M.D., PhD, has announced he will step down from his role to focus on patient care and research.
Seeking study participants to determine how CBD impacts driving performance
Ever wonder if Cannabidiol (CBD) affects driving performance? If so, we're seeking participants for a driving simulation study being conducted at the Health Sciences Center at West Virginia University.