Announcements
WVU nurse anesthetist grad monitoring acute kidney injury patients’ medications
Now as a graduate of the second cohort of the WVU School of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Anesthetist program, Chris Justice has more than academic and clinical experience. In leading a team of researchers, he gained increased knowledge in caring for patients with acute kidney injury.
Seven investigators selected for WVCTSI Research Scholar Program
The West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) has named seven faculty for the 2024-2026 Research Scholar Program.
WVU scientists taking a close look at what causes immune cells to attack the central nervous system
A West Virginia University immunologist is exploring how the interaction between two types of immune cells within the central nervous system covering causes multiple sclerosis to develop. The findings could provide a pathway to new strategies for treating the disease and other neurological disorders.
Dental hygiene professor and WVU graduate recognized by international honor society
West Virginia University School of Dentistry dental hygiene professor Alcinda Shockey, DHSc, MA, BSDH, RDH, has been inducted into Sigma Xi. The Scientific Research Honor Society is an international organization that recognizes outstanding science and engineering research.
WVU in the News: Mental health, addiction drive homelessness in West Virginia, study finds
West Virginia Watch reports on a study completed by the WVU Health Affairs Institute.
WVU widens service area to assist pregnant women, parenting families
A West Virginia University-led effort is extending its reach to 11 Mountain State counties, providing more low-income pregnant women and families with children access to health care and life skills through the West Virginia Healthy Start/Helping Appalachian Parents and Infants — HAPI — project.
Journal of Family Violence publishes article by Public Health faculty member
An article by Social & Behavioral Sciences Associate Professor Danielle M. Davidov, “A Blessing and a Curse”: The Impact of Sociopolitical Events and National Discourse Surrounding Sexual Violence on College Campuses, was recently published in the "Journal of Family Violence."
WVU in the News: WVU researchers developing home sleep apnea test device to offer help to more patients
Dr. Sunil Sharma, division chief and professor in the WVU School of Medicine, discusses his research on sleep apnea with The Dominion Post.
Student Pharmacist Presents Lung Cancer Research at Prestigious Conference
In April, P3 student pharmacist Anna Lumadue from the West Virginia University School of Pharmacy, along with Assistant Professor Sabina Nduaguba from the Department of Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy, had the unique opportunity to present their research at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting.
WVU changing the game for sports emergency action plans
A national position statement on emergency action plan development and implementation in sports from a West Virginia University athletic training researcher sets in motion new priorities for responding to catastrophic injuries. The recommendations apply to sports through all levels, from youth to high school to collegiate and professional leagues.