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	Monday, Dec. 9, 2019

Open Mind: Reflecting on a year of change and continued strength

Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente looks back on an eventful 2019 and reflects on the many pivotal moments that will define the next chapter of Vanderbilt’s history in her latest “Open Mind” column.

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Simaan honored as IEEE fellow for robotics advancements

Nabil Simaan, professor of mechanical engineering, has been elevated to fellow by the Board of Directors of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The award recognizes Simaan for contributions to dexterous continuum robotics for surgery.

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2020 VUSRP applications now open

Applications are now open for the summer 2020 cycle of the Vanderbilt Undergraduate Summer Research Program, which provides awards of $5,000–$6,000 to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors engaged in 10 weeks of full-time research with a Vanderbilt faculty member. Students can use their VUSRP experience to satisfy Immersion Vanderbilt.

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Vanderbilt will host screening of ‘Triumph: The Untold Story of Perry Wallace’ Thursday

Vanderbilt will host a screening of the documentary film “Triumph: The Untold Story of Perry Wallace” on Thursday, Dec. 12, in Sarratt Cinema. The event is free and open to the public, and free popcorn, soft drinks and hot chocolate will be provided.

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Search committee reflects on selection of Diermeier

Members of the Chancellor Search Committee reflect on the selection of Daniel Diermeier as Vanderbilt’s ninth chancellor and discuss the qualities he brings to the role.

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Take Note

Commodore Award nominees announced

‘Trash Heap of History’ exhibit spotlights 1989 fall of Communism in Romania

Vanderbilt Campus Dining announces meal swipe partnership with Athletics

Feedback sought on Emergency Department services

SEA Lab seeking pregnant mothers for paid research study

Coming Up

· DEC ·

Vandy Cooks: ‘Healthy Holiday Appetizers’

· DEC ·

Enabling Innovation seminar: ‘Attracting Capital to Fuel Your Biotech/Scientific Startup’

· JAN ·

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Vanderbilt in the News

The Washington Post: Meet Miguel Wattson, the electric eel lighting his aquarium’s Christmas tree and tweeting about it

This article about Miguel Wattson, an electric eel at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, features a video with Kenneth Catania, Stevenson Chair in Biological Sciences.

Scientific American: Influenza: A serious threat for adults with chronic health conditions

William Schaffner, professor of health policy and professor of medicine, is quoted.

Wonkhe: A strained environment: Tackling sexual violence and harassment in U.S. colleges

Olivia Kew-Fickus, assistant provost and executive director for planning and institutional effectiveness, writes about the American Association of Universities’ second survey on sexual assault and misconduct.

Healthline: MRSA for the holidays? How to avoid spreading bacteria this season

William Schaffner, professor of health policy and professor of medicine, is quoted.

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