Announcements
Health Sciences students invited to participate in COVID-19 research project
Health Sciences students are being invited to participate in a research project to assess the impact of COVID-19 on health and wellness. This project is being conducted by Angela Goodhart, PharmD, and co-investigators at the WVU Health Science Center.
Register now to learn how other countries experience health care
Ever wondered how people in other countries experience health care? If you've asked yourself any of the following questions, this session might appeal to you.
Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology department names 2021 outstanding students
The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology have selected their outstanding Immunology and Medical Microbiology Seniors from the May 2021 Class. Congratulations to the following graduates.
Registration open for HSC Workplace Survey conversation
As part of an HSC initiative focused on “COVID-19 Lessons Learned,” a survey was completed focused on HSC faculty and staff workplace design during the past year. In a follow up to the survey, we will hold an HSC conversation on Thursday, June 3 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to share and discuss these data.
WVU updates mask wearing and out-of-state travel guidance for fully vaccinated individuals
WVU is lessening some restrictions around mask wearing and out-of-state travel for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and verified their vaccinations with the University.
Medicine Grand Rounds hosts Dr. Brijesh Patel
Dr. Brijesh Patel will speak as part of the Medicine Grand Rounds on Friday, May 28, at 8 a.m. This presentation titled "Cancer and Heart Disease from a Cardio-Oncologist's Perspective" will take place over Zoom and in person at the Fukushima Auditorium, Room 1901.
Geriatrics Lunchtime Learning May 26: “Falls in Older Adults: A Pharmacy Perspective”
What: Geriatric Lunchtime Learning Presentation Title: "Falls in Older Adults: A Pharmacy Perspective" Speaker: Amber Gross, PharmD Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Time: Noon-1:00 p.m.
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: Two residents present separate cases on bilateral, unilateral vision loss
Drs. Michael Chang and Evan Field will be the presenters for the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Grand Rounds on Wednesday, May 26, at 7 a.m. Dr. Chang will be presenting a case of bilateral vision loss, and Dr. Field will be presenting a case of acute unilateral vision loss. The grand rounds presentation will be held over Zoom.
Two New Faculty Join The Department of Biochemistry
The department of Biochemistry is excited to announce it’s two new faculty members, Dr. Wen Tao Deng and Dr. Michael Robichaux! They joined the department at the end of March and are assistant professors in both the Department of Biochemistry and Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.
Seeking Participants for CBD and Driving Simulation Study
Ever wonder if Cannabidiol (CBD) oil affects driving ability? If so, we need your help with a driving simulation study!