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The Market at Health Sciences to undergo changes with new Sodexo agreement
Monday, June 11, 2018
The Board of Governors recently approved the selection of Sodexo to assume dining services operations, which includes The Market at Health Sciences. Specific food options are still being determined, and WVU is working with Sodexo to present the best solutions for our students, faculty and staff.Read The Market at Health Sciences to undergo changes with new Sodexo agreement full story
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WVU School of Medicine names renowned pediatric neurosurgeon as chair of Neurosurgery
Monday, June 11, 2018
Mark R. Lee, M.D., Ph.D., nationally and internationally recognized pediatric neurosurgeon, has been named to lead the Department of Neurosurgery in the West Virginia University School of Medicine. -
WVU researchers investigate link between sleep apnea treatment and diabetes management
Thursday, June 7, 2018
For adults with diabetes, managing the disease is a day-in, day-out effort to control the factors that affect blood sugar levels. A team of scientists, including two West Virginia University professors, is researching how one aspect of a patient’s daily routine could help keep blood sugar levels within a specific range. -
School of Medicine recognizes compassion in practicing in medicine
Wednesday, June 6, 2018
The WVU School of Medicine recently recognized 13 medical students, two residents and two faculty members for their compassion in the practice of medicine. All were inducted into the chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society at a ceremony held on June 2 at the WVU Health Sciences Center.Read School of Medicine recognizes compassion in practicing in medicine full story
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WVU researcher receives NIH grant to explore effects of fracking on cardiovascular health
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Building and operating a hydraulic fracturing well site can emit airborne particles in multiple ways. But scientists still don’t fully understand how these particles impact human health. Travis Knuckles, assistant professor in the West Virginia University School of Public Health, has received $450,000 from the National Institutes of Health to investigate these questions.
