April 26
34th Annual Legislative Breakfast on Mental Health
The presentation is titled, "The 3 R's of NC Mental Health Care: Rights, Recovery and Reform." Vicki Smith, Executive Director for Disability Rights NC, is the Keynote Speaker and Ms. Charlene Lee will speak from the perspective of individuals living with a mental health condition.
Monocyte Proteases as Biomarkers of Emphysema Progression
Jeffrey J. Atkinson, MD, Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, will present “Monocyte Proteases as Biomarkers of Emphysema Progression” on April 30.
CGIBD Thursday Research Seminar Series
John Rawls, PhD, Assistant Professor of Cell & Molecular Physiology and Microbiology & Immunology will present at CGIBD Research Seminar on Thursday, April 26.
Mears honored with the 2012 Jeff Clawson Leadership Award
Greg Mears, MD, was a recipient of the annual Dr. Jeff Clawson Leadership Award presented during the Navigator 2012 conference sponsored by the NAED. The award is given annually to an individual that has made a significant lifelong contribution to the emergency dispatch and emergency medical services profession.
Clinical Ethics Grand Rounds
The topic is "Rights vs. Responsibilities," presented by Margaret O. Little, PhD.
"A Discussion of Women's Health Rehabilitation"
Please join us for a guest lecture from Kimberly M. Karrat, DO, of the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Northwestern University on Wednesday, May 2. Dr. Karrat will discuss women's health rehabilitation.
Orientation for New Clinical Research Coordinators
This workshop is strongly recommended for all clinical research coordinators (CRC’s) who are new to the research role or new to working at UNC. The intent is to introduce new CRC's to the UNC offices involved in clinical trials, the federal and local regulations governing conduct, and provide an overview of best practices utilized in the implementation of clinical research.
UNC Family Medicine Supports Local 5K for Fitness
Come out and join us at the 5K for Fitness on Saturday, April 28.
Protein Production and Analysis Resources at UNC
This workshop will provide information on the UNC Cores that support peptide and protein production and all aspects of protein analysis and the resources they can bring to bear on how to meet your research needs.
Evidence Based Interventions Workshop
The Evidence-Based Interventions Workshop will provide a basic introduction to evidence-based interventions and their importance in community health promotion.
Evidence Based Interventions Workshop- Raleigh
The Evidence-Based Interventions Workshop will provide a basic introduction to evidence-based interventions and their importance in community health promotion. Participants will learn how to find evidence-based interventions and consider how to adapt them to meet their specific needs as well as to understand the challenges and benefits of using evidence-based interventions.
Manuscript Writing Workshop- Raleigh
The Manuscript Writing Workshop will introduce participants to the concepts of manuscript development, critique, and submission. Participants will have an opportunity to have a manuscript they are currently working on critiqued and receive feedback.
Manuscript Writing Workshop- Greensboro
The Manuscript Writing Workshop will introduce participants to the concepts of manuscript development, critique, and submission. Participants will have an opportunity to have a manuscript they are currently working on critiqued and receive feedback.
‘Scientific Writing from the Reader’s Perspective’
Presented by George D. Gopen, JD, PhD.
CRMS 2.0 Training
Attention research staff! This training is for you!
Biostatistics Seminar Series for Clinical and Translational Scientists
The topic will be, "Considerations for Power and Sample Size," presented by Todd Schwartz, PhD (UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health and School of Nursing).
FOAs for Revision Applications for Evidence Based Research Related to Human Subjects Protection
Please see below for the links to the five FOAs for revision supplements for evidence based research related to human subjects protection.
UNC's Emerging Company Showcase highlights new healthcare technologies
UNC held its annual Emerging Company Showcase this week, an event that gives companies spun out of the university the chance to strut their stuff in an eight minute presentation before an audience of researchers, entrepreneurs and potential investors or partners.
Construction on Anderson exterior stairs April 27 - 29
The exterior stairs from second floor Anderson to Wings C&E are being replaced Friday, April 27 - Sunday, April 29.
Academy of Educators Event
The Academy of Educators is pleased to bring to you Dr. Rhee Fincher for a two-day visit May 16 - 17.
Joseph S. Pagano receives 2012 Battle Distinguished Cancer Research Award
Joseph S. Pagano, MD, has been awarded the fifth annual Hyman L. Battle Distinguished Cancer Research Award in recognition of his accomplishments in cancer research. Dr. Pagano is the director emeritus of UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.
UNC Health Care Employee Giving Campaign
Please read the following letter from Dean Roper about how to participate in the UNC Health Care Employee Giving Campaign that is taking place this month.