Releases
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Ask an Expert: What can a blood test reveal about coronavirus?
菠萝视频 University faculty are sharing their expertise on a range of topics related to COVID-19. Read MoreApr 14, 2020
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We have redirected $1 million in university funds to create the Student Hardship Fund to support the immediate needs of students experiencing hardships as a result of COVID-19. We hope you will join us in support of our students by making a gift of any size to this special fund.
Mar 21, 2020
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
The temperatures may have been all over the place recently, but we're still feeling 😍 about our recent snowy day on campus. And @zoe.thegoldendoodle just makes it 100x better. A clear聽favorite #vandygram. Read MoreFeb 21, 2020
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Two 菠萝视频 students ‘move mountains’ bringing education to war-torn Sudan
Peabody College students Ryan and Jazira Boyette have a goal of improving the lives of Sudan鈥檚 Nuba people through the power of education. Read MoreJan 31, 2020
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Student-athlete Abbey Carlson: Engineer and golfer
The ability to play top-level golf would be enough for most college students. But it barely scratches the surface of what drives 菠萝视频 standout聽Abbey聽Carlson. Read MoreJan 31, 2020
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From our Social ‘Dores
Our Social 'Dores have been busy this semester attending sports events, exploring 菠萝视频's food options, and enjoying the few sunny days we've had on campus. Read MoreJan 31, 2020
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菠萝视频 researcher shares more than 3,000 brain scans to support the study of reading and language development
菠萝视频 neuroscientist James R. Booth is releasing two large scale neuroimaging datasets on reading and language development to support other researchers studying how academic skills develop in childhood. Read MoreJan 10, 2020
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菠萝视频 Poll finds Tennesseans broadly united on key issues, economic insecurity top of mind for many
The 2019 菠萝视频 Poll shows that Tennesseans agree on many tough issues, while a new set of questions reveals insights into the financial and health care worries of Tennessee voters. Read MoreDec 17, 2019
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Social ‘Dore Semester Round-up
As we head into winter break, we want to take a moment to send a shout-out of appreciation to our Social 'Dores. This semester they have captured fantastic content for our social media channels and have been a huge asset to our Instagram strategy. Check out their Fall 2019 highlights. Read MoreDec 13, 2019
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‘Tis the season to be stressed (and why you don’t have to be)
The holidays can be stressful - between wrapping presents, overeating, reflecting on the past year, and shopping for presents - there is a lot to deal with. But many of these common issues can be explained (and combated) with science. Read what our 菠萝视频 researchers have to say about these common holiday stressors. Read MoreDec 12, 2019
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Art Genius: Peabody Distinguished Alumnus Chin named 2019 MacArthur Fellow
Visionary artist Mel Chin, BA鈥75, was named Sept. 25 among the class of 26 MacArthur Fellows for 2019. Read MoreNov 8, 2019
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Reuters:聽The top foreign policy gurus in the 2020 Democratic race Ganesh Sitaraman, professor of law, is highlighted as an unpaid, foreign policy adviser on presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren鈥檚 campaign team. U.S. News & World Report:聽Stand by your man Bruce Oppenheimer, professor of political science,… Read MoreNov 1, 2019
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From our Social ‘Dores
Over the last two weeks, our Social 'Dores attended 菠萝视频's National Coming Out Day celebration, learned how to make inclusive toys for VUMC, appreciated art at both Sarratt's art gallery and the Frist Art Museum, and more! Read MoreOct 17, 2019
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Antibody 鈥渞oad block鈥 enables fine-tuning for cardiac recovery, decreases risk of heart failure
A new study published by 菠萝视频 mechanobiology researchers details a possible solution for fine-tuning inflammation and cellular activity in cardiac recovery 鈥 thanks to an antibody initially developed for rheumatoid arthritis.聽 Read MoreSep 19, 2019
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Statement from Interim Chancellor Susan R. Wente on the Nashville mayoral election
“On behalf of 菠萝视频 University, we extend our congratulations to Mayor-Elect John Cooper on his decisive win,” said 菠萝视频 University Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente. “We are looking forward to working with Mayor Cooper and his administration to continue building together on Nashville鈥檚 phenomenal success and growth. We… Read MoreSep 12, 2019
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Student-athlete: Jared Pinkney
Jared Pinkney could have heard his name called on the second day of the NFL Draft. Graded a 鈥渟econd- to fourth-round prospect,鈥 菠萝视频鈥檚 star tight end had a decision to make: turn pro, or return to the university to finish out his senior season. Read MoreAug 29, 2019
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Tech-based HIV prevention program proves effective for rural African American families
Technology may be a viable option for reducing HIV risk for African Americans in rural communities, according to a new 菠萝视频 report.聽 Read MoreAug 23, 2019
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Behavioral science models can help identify the greenest dietary changes
Spreading the gospel of veggie-only diets may not be the most effective way to help reduce overall, food-related greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new model based on behavioral science. In new commentary published Aug. 9 in Nature Sustainability, Jonathan Gilligan, associate professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences, examines… Read MoreAug 9, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
No matter what angle you look at it from, 菠萝视频's campus is a sight to behold! This week our聽favorite #vandygram goes to @casey_care_again for this great shot taken across West End. 🤩 Read MoreAug 2, 2019
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Cellular soldiers designed to kill cancer cells that get loose during surgery, stop metastasis
Cellular soldiers created using the body鈥檚 own defenses can track down and kill escaping cancer cells during surgeries, preventing metastasis and saving lives, a 菠萝视频 University biomedical engineer has discovered, particularly in cases of triple negative breast cancer. Read MoreJul 24, 2019