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After an extensive national search, UAB has named Kevyn E. Merten, Ph.D., as the senior associate vice president for Research Operations, effective Jan. 14. Merten will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Office of Research. He joins UAB from the University of Louisville.
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Leadership
November 07, 2024
UAB Strategic Investment Fund fuels projects with focuses on student enrollment and success, wellness, and sustainability
Learn more about the seven 2024 awardees, which received pledges for more than $12 million over three years. The SIF backs cross-campus projects — designed and led by UAB faculty and staff — that align with the university’s strategic plan, Forging Ahead.
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Campus News
November 04, 2024
UAB AWARE celebrates veterans throughout November
The AWARE Disability Management Program is celebrating Veterans Day all month long with events and programs to honor the armed forces and give back to those who served.
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Campus News
This month, UAB Employee Wellness is spotlighting the impact pets have on our mental health — including those experiencing seasonal mood shifts — by bringing back its UAB’s Cutest Pet Contest. UAB employees are invited to submit pictures of pets now through Nov. 14.
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Campus News
October 23, 2024
Are you a healthy African American between the ages of 18 and 60?
You may be eligible to participate in a research study looking at the effects of sacubitril/valsartan on how your body handles sugar. This medication is related to blood pressure and is safe to take with or without hypertension. Eligible participants must be healthy men and women, African American, and have no history of diabetes, heart disease or kidney problems. The study involves performing some exercise, taking sacubitril/valsartan, and collecting blood samples. Participants will be compensated $675 for completing all the visits. To participate, please contact Tiffany at 205-934-0534 or email us at nauticalstudy@uabmc.edu.
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Clinical Trials
October 22, 2024
Have you been diagnosed with lupus?
We are looking for volunteers to participate in a clinical study to advance lupus treatment.
If you are interested in seeing if you may qualify for an ongoing clinical study, please contact Christina Ndolo at cmndolo@uabmc.edu.
If you are interested in seeing if you may qualify for an ongoing clinical study, please contact Christina Ndolo at cmndolo@uabmc.edu.
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Clinical Trials
October 22, 2024
Do you have high blood pressure and a BMI over 30? Come participate in the Precision-BP Study
Participate in the PRECISION-BP research study investigating the best time to take blood pressure medication, morning or evening. This study participants will receive blood pressure medications for 28 days. Eligible participants must be obese (BMI: 30-45 kg/m2) men and women, have high blood pressure, and have no history of heart or kidney problems. The study involves wearing a blood pressure monitor for 24 hours, 24-hour inpatient visits at UAB Hospital, taking medications, and collecting blood and urine samples. Meals will be provided at no cost. Participants will be compensated $575 for completing the study visits. Please e-mail Haley at PRECISION-BPSTUDY@uabmc.edu or call us at 205-975-5825 if you are interested.
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Clinical Trials
October 21, 2024
UAB Comprehensive Diabetes Center starting denosumab trial in adults with established Type 1 diabetes
The Denosumab for Type 1 Diabetes phase 1/2 clinical trial, is a collaborative study with the Arthur Riggs Diabetes and Metabolism Research Institute and the Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases at Indiana University.
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Discoveries & Innovations
October 21, 2024
3 honored with Provost's Awards for Faculty Excellence
Michele Forman, Samantha Giordano-Mooga and Joe March demonstrated extraordinary commitment to engaging undergraduate students in service learning, undergraduate research and core teaching.
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Awards & Honors
October 14, 2024
Look back at the 2024 Staff Council Picnic in this slideshow
Hundreds of UAB employees met for lunch and conversation at the annual Staff Picnic on Oct. 4. Here are some of our favorite photos from the event.
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Campus News
