Doug Schmidt named associate provost for research development and technologies

Research tech expert and computer scientist Douglas C. Schmidt was named associate provost for research development and technologies by Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente.

The ‘shine’ in gold particles has a new use – finding defects

Vanderbilt researchers have developed a technique of infusing tiny gold nanoparticles into plastic polymer used in 3D printed materials. With this method, the gold nanoparticles “light up” and can find defects.

School of Nursing receives $1.28 million HRSA grant for future faculty

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $1.28 million grant from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration to increase the number of qualified nursing faculty in U.S. colleges and universities.

Mechanical engineering student dives into conservation with Seychelles internship

Rising junior Jillian Bremner is steering beyond her academic focus this summer to explore her passions for scuba diving and ocean conservation, with the aim of eventually combining engineering with a marine career.

‘Vandy Goes to War’ exhibit opens in Central Library

“Vandy Goes to War,” an exhibition highlighting the dramatic effects of two world wars on Vanderbilt’s campus, is on display in the Central Library lobby through Reunion/Homecoming weekend.

‘Joyce Tenneson—Botanical Beauty’ opens at Fine Arts Gallery July 26

Selections from two series of flower studies by celebrated portrait photographer Joyce Tenneson will be on view at the Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery beginning July 26. Summer gallery hours are Tuesday–Friday, noon–4 p.m.; Saturdays, 1–5 p.m.; and closed Sundays and Mondays.

Dore Jam set for Aug. 4

Vanderbilt Athletics’ annual fan day activity, Dore Jam, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Vanderbilt Multipurpose Facility, offering fans an opportunity to meet their favorite Commodore student-athletes, get autographs, listen to live music and participate in an array of family-friendly activities.

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‘Smart’ prosthetic ankle takes fear out of rough terrain, stairs

The device is from the lab of Professor Michael Goldfarb, perhaps best known for working on a bionic leg with shark attack victim Craig Hutto and later developing the Indego exoskeleton.

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