Janet Robishaw to Lead Department of Biomedical Sciences
Janet Robishaw, Ph.D., a leader in functional and translational genomics, has been appointed as chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences in Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.
Having Former Politicians on Board Helps Complete Mergers
Study finds appointing former politicians and regulators to boards of directors or management teams influences corporate mergers and acquisitions and improves the financial performance of acquiring companies.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ and Neuro Pharmalogics Enter into Licensing Agreement
Â鶹ŮÀÉ has entered into a licensing agreement with Neuro Pharmalogics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare neurological diseases.
Climate Warming and Melting Sea Ice Impacts on Arctic Whales
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch study shows the relationship between changing sea ice and beluga whale migration and habitat patterns of several populations over two decades of dramatic sea ice changes in the Pacific Arctic.
Scientists Recreating Cancer-Fighting Sea Sponge Compound
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch scientists are researching ways to create a biosynthetic version of a compound found in a sea sponge that is very active against cancer cells.
Does a 'Bad' Apple Spoil the Bunch?
Â鶹ŮÀÉ researchers and collaborators conducted a first-of-its-kind longitudinal study on twins to identify the degree to which siblings contribute to the increase in delinquent behavior and alcohol misuse.
U.S. Department of Education Awards Â鶹ŮÀÉ $4.4 Million Grant
This Hispanic Serving Institution project (Title III) will increase underrepresented Hispanics in computer-related careers, and facilitate successful post-degree employment or graduate school enrollment.
Can a Toothpaste Save Your Life?
A study on a plaque identifying toothpaste has shown significant reductions in dental plaque and inflammation throughout the body. These findings support the premise of reductions in heart attacks and strokes.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Supports Graduate Research with 3MT Competition
A group of Â鶹ŮÀÉ graduate students have three minutes to explain their research to an audience with no background in their area of study.
Dean of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine Announced
Phillip Boiselle, M.D., a leader in thoracic imaging and innovation, will serve as dean of Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine effective in January 2017. He comes to Â鶹ŮÀÉ from Harvard Medical School.