Uncategorized David Yule appointed Louis C. Lasagna Professor June 30, 2016 For the past 15 years, Yule has studied calcium’s role in disorders in which calcium signaling and secretions are disrupted.
Uncategorized Steven Goldman reappointed as codirector of Center for Translational Neuromedicine, Dean Zutes Chair June 30, 2016 His lab focuses on the use of stem and progenitor cells for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders such as Huntington's Disease and glial diseases such as the pediatric leukodystrophies and multiple sclerosis.
Uncategorized Robert Novy-Marx appointed Zekelman Distinguished Professor June 30, 2016 Novy-Marx’s research focuses primarily on asset pricing, both theoretical and empirical, though he also works in industrial organization, public finance, and real estate.
Uncategorized Aram Hezel appointed the John and Ethel Heselden Professor June 30, 2016 Hezel’s clinical focus is on treating patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers including those of the pancreas and liver.
Science & Technology Conversing with computer may fight fear of public speaking June 16, 2016 Can a computer make you a better public speaker? Researchers from the Rochester Human Computer Interaction group created a project that aims to do just that. T
University News Rochester’s most quoted alumnus June 13, 2016 The words penned by a member of Rochester’s class of 1876 are still recited daily by schoolchildren all around the country. On Flag Day, we remember Francis Julius Bellamy (1855–1931), who has been described as the University’s “most quoted alumnus" for composing “The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag” in 1892.
The Arts Eastman Harmonie takes its show on the road—literally June 1, 2016 When their tour bus overheated on the German Autobahn, members of the wind octet treated drivers -- and Facebook viewers -- to an impromptu concert.
University News Commencement weekend is here May 13, 2016 In ceremonies starting today, the University will recognize the achievements of more than 3,000 graduates who have earned bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across all schools. Share your commencement memories and congratulatory messages for the Class of 2016 at #ur2016.
Uncategorized Witmer Awards recognize staff for distinguished service April 22, 2016 The Witmer Award for Distinguished Service is given to staff members whose careers have been characterized by outstanding and sustained contributions to the University. President and CEO Joel Seligman and…
Uncategorized Frederick Jefferson to receive Douglass Medal April 7, 2016 Frederick Jefferson, professor emeritus at the Warner School of Education, has had a long and distinguished record of leadership at Rochester, pioneering and championing programs that have made the University and…
Uncategorized Patricia Sime reappointed as the C. Jane Davis & C. Robert Davis Distinguished Professor in Pulmonary Medicine April 7, 2016 Pulmonary expert Patricia Sime has been jointly reappointed as the C. Jane Davis & C. Robert Davis Distinguished Professor in Pulmonary Medicine and chief of the Division of Pulmonary Diseases…
Uncategorized Charles Lowenstein reappointed as Paul N. Yu Professor in Cardiology April 7, 2016 Internationally renowned scientist and clinician Charles Lowenstein has been jointly reappointed as the Paul N. Yu Professor in Cardiology, director of the Aab Cardiovascular Research Institute, and chief of the…