Announcements
WVU researchers train AI to diagnose heart failure in rural patients using low-tech electrocardiograms
Concerned about the ability of artificial intelligence models trained on data from urban demographics to make the right medical diagnoses for rural populations, West Virginia Universitycomputer scientists have developed several AI models that can identify signs of heart failure in patients from Appalachia.
Biddle named interim coordinator for BeWell
Maxx Biddle has been named interim coordinator for WVU Health Sciences BeWell. BeWell is a satellite office of the Carruth Center serving all Health Sciences students, including undergraduate, graduate and professional programs, on the Morgantown Campus.
WVU Global Medical and Dental Brigades set to travel to Panama
The West Virginia University Global Medical and Dental Brigades will be traveling to rural Panama spring break 2026 to facilitate medical, dental, and public health tasks.
Statewide MATCH health survey returns in 2025
The West Virginia Department of Human Services and West Virginia University Health Affairs Institute are thrilled to announce that the Mountain State Assessment of Trends in Community Health (MATCH) survey is back in 2025, and data collection is now underway.
WVU School of Nursing Dean establishes scholarship fund for Accelerated BSN students
Dr. Tara Hulsey, WVU School of Nursing Dean and E. Jane Martin Endowed Professor, has established a $25,000 endowed scholarship fund to support non-traditional students enrolled in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
WVU researchers partner with investigators across the world to develop and test potential new obesity treatment
Researchers at the West Virginia University School of Medicine have teamed up with investigators from across the globe to determine how a modified version of the natural compound salicylate can help patients reduce body fat and maintain a healthy body weight.
WVU in the News: WVU Student Health professional shares tips to avoid sickness on campus
As new students make their way to campus, it can be difficult to safely navigate the close proximity of shared spaces.
WVU School of Public Health and WV ACHE partner to explore emerging drug therapies’ impact on healthcare networks
WVU School of Public Health is partnering with the West Virginia chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives for a virtual education event titled, "Impact of Emerging Drug Therapies on Payer-Provider Networks" on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, from 1:30-3 p.m. ET.
Clarksburg natives show gratitude for WVU education, work experience by pledging their entire estate for scholarships
West Virginia University empowered Dr. Dave and Becky Swartz to succeed in life via education, scholarship and work experience. More than 40 years later, the Clarksburg natives are showing their gratitude by pledging their entire estate to support scholarships for future students.
WVU CED partners with Expectations Matter Person-Direct Planning training for training on 8/28
Registration info for the Expectations Matter Person-Directed Planning training taking place at the WVU CED on August 28, 2025.