No More 'Silliness': Wizards End More Serious Camp Oct 9, 2009
The Wizards are done at Virginia Commonwealth University after seven days of practices capped by Tuesday night's preseason win over Memphis. Gilbert Arenas seemed to emerge just fine, dishing out 10 assists in 24 minutes against the Grizzlies in his latest comeback from knee surgery. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Medication effective for acute liver failure in early stages of disease Oct 8, 2009
Other Acute Liver Failure Group investigators involved in the study were from the University of California, Davis; the University of Michigan; Virginia Commonwealth University; University of California, San Francisco; Baylor University Medical Center; University of Nebraska; and the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The study was funded in part by the National Institutes of Health, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Northwestern Medical Foundation. (EurekAlert!)
A.I.'s Grizzlies debut delayed by hurt hamstring Oct 7, 2009
A sellout crowd at Virginia Commonwealth University was expected. "Especially being at home -- a lot of people came to see me. It's frustrating. It's disheartening," Iverson said. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Butler Shoots to Be Wizards' Lock-down Defender Oct 6, 2009
"He's as good as anybody. He's got the ability to be a stopper. He's relied a lot defensively on his ability to get steals and gamble a little bit. I told him, 'Let's be more kind of a meat and potatoes type defensive player.' He's taken that challenge and he's really put a lot of effort into the defensive end."The Wizards will play their first exhibition game Tuesday night against Memphis at Virginia Commonwealth University, and Saunders isn't the only one impressed by Butler. "He's real... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Experimental Drug Lets B Cells Live And Lymphoma Cells Die Oct 5, 2009
2, 2008) The Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center recently opened a National Cancer Institute-sponsored, phase II clinical study for certain sub-types of non-Hodgkin's. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Gene With Possible Link To Infertility In Mice Identified Oct 4, 2009
3, 2009) Virginia Commonwealth University researchers have identified the role of a gene in regulating molecular signals involved with ovarian follicle development, which may one day help shed light on some of the causes of fertility issues in humans. See also. (Science Daily)
Swine flu targets young people Oct 2, 2009
In that population, it is more contagious, said Wenzel, who is a professor and chairman of the department of internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University. We have a huge susceptible population. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Saunders' first Wiz camp has hypnotist, iPods Sep 30, 2009
The Wizards took to the court at Virginia Commonwealth University on Tuesday to begin the process of renewal and recovery after last year's injury-ruined 19-63 season that cost coach Eddie Jordan his job before Thanksgiving. Three-time All-Star looked fine on his thrice-repaired left knee -- "He was like the typical Gil that we'd seen before the injury," Jamison said -- leaving the focus on the new coach. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Your Career: Paying more for health coverage Sep 30, 2009
The Kaiser survey found that 21 percent of firms offering benefits say they are very likely to raise employees premium contributions next year, and 16 percent are very likely" to raise deductibles. Employees will be paying a greater share of cost, said Randy Abbott, a senior health benefits consultant for Watson Wyatt, a global consulting firm.That means co-payments that were $20 for a doctors visit could climb to $25, he said, and an annual deductible of $250 could easily... (MSNBC -- Business)
Sales of luxury cars are slowly shifting upward Sep 26, 2009
Through July, for example, luxury automakers nationwide sold about 70 percent of the number of vehicles they did during the first seven months of 2007, when the economy appeared to be much better, according to research by George Hoffer, a business professor at Virginia Commonwealth University who studies the auto industry. In comparison, mainstream automakers sold about 60 percent of their 2007 volume, Hoffer said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Patients With Cirrhosis And Impaired Cognitive Abilities Have More Motor Vehicle Accidents Sep 22, 2009
22, 2009) A recent study by Jasmohan Bajaj, M.D., and colleagues from Virginia Commonwealth University and McGuire VA Medical Center found that patients with cirrhosis of the liver who developed minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) had a 16% rate of motor vehicle crashes compared to only 4% of those without MHE over one year. The rate of accidents was also significantly higher than the state annual crash rate of 3%-3. (Science Daily)
• During swine flu season, think before you share a drink Sep 20, 2009
"They can hang around in the air" for hours, Richard Wenzel, chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, told me. Hours. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
In ‘Louis D. Brandeis: A Life,’ Melvin Urofsky details how Boston lawyer set a noble precedent Sep 20, 2009
As it turns out, the Virginia Commonwealth University professor s massive biography of arguably the most influential Supreme Court justice since John Marshall comes at an opportune time. A patient reader is left with the sense that lawyers, judges, public servants and, indeed, all citizens today face another period of historic choices. (Boston Globe)
Possible Genetic Factor For Male Infertility Identified Sep 17, 2009
16, 2009) Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine researchers have discovered a gene involved with the production of sperm that may contribute to male infertility and lead to new approaches to male contraception. See also. (Science Daily)
American Climbs Back Into Top 20 Sep 16, 2009
Also Receiving Votes: Penn State University (86), University of Iowa (66), Providence College (63), Boston University (59), University of Michigan (59), University at Albany (58), Northeastern University (38), Virginia Commonwealth University (32), University of Maine (15), Rider University (14), Missouri State University (13), West Chester University (11), Villanova University (8), Cornell University (7), University of Richmond (7), University of Delaware (6), University of California (5),... (Patriotleague.com)
U. Va. to host 'Engaging the Mind' program Sep 16, 2009
from Columbia University, a Master of Business Administration from the Darden School, and a B.S. from Virginia Commonwealth University. His empirical and practical research attempts to answer challenging societal and economic questions about how firms create value, especially in settings that might otherwise be overlooked. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Gene linked to male infertility identified Sep 16, 2009
Scientists from Virginia Commonwealth University have identified a gene that may contribute to male infertility ... Scientists from Virginia Commonwealth University have identified a gene that may contribute to male infertility. (India Times, India)
Patriot League Women's Soccer Release 9.14.09 Sep 15, 2009
Lehigh will welcome Virginia Commonwealth University to Bethlehem for a Friday showdown before hitting the road to take on Monmouth on Sunday. Also hosting VCU will be Bucknell. (Patriotleague.com)
SouthPeak Appoints Reba McDermott as Interim Chief Accounting Officer Sep 12, 2009
We are pleased to appoint Reba McDermott as SouthPeaks Interim Chief Accounting Officer," said Melanie Mroz, President and CEO of SouthPeak. Her 20 years of business experience will be a great asset to SouthPeak as we continue to improve and enhance our financial initiatives.Prior to joining SouthPeak, Ms. McDermott served as the Chief Financial Officer of OuterNet Management, LP, a data center services company based out of Austin, Texas. Ms. McDermott has spent her professional career... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Busy life at 1-person shop Sep 10, 2009
A native of suburban Rochester, Kuzniarek grew up in Mendon, attended Penn State University, earned a bachelor s degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and a masters in graphic design from Virginia Commonwealth University. She also studied print-making in France. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
HRSA Releases $24.5 Million in Grants to Support Poison Control Centers Sep 10, 2009
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CUTS HITTING LOCALLY Sep 9, 2009
Cuts by institution: Virginia Commonwealth University, $25. 1 million; Virginia Tech, $21. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Field Hockey Sep 7, 2009
Miami University RedHawks Official Athletic Site. The RedHawks fall to 0-3 on the season, while the Cardinals improve to 2-1. (Muredhawks.com)
Lipid Involved With Gene Regulation Uncovered; Findings May Lead To Development Of Drugs To Fight Cancer Sep 7, 2009
7, 2009) Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine researchers have discovered a new role for the bioactive lipid messenger, sphingosine-1-phosphate, or S1P, that is abundant in our blood a finding that could lead to a new generation of drugs to fight cancer and inflammatory disease ... 23, 2006) Virginia Commonwealth University researchers have identified how a bioactive molecule involved with allergy, inflammation and cancer is transported out of mast cells, according to findings... (Science Daily)
Women's Soccer Edges Lafayette in Overtime, 3-2 Sep 7, 2009
for the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Tournament with the host Rams and Eastern Michigan. Loyola hosted VCU last season in the first-ever meeting between the two teams and the rams came out victorious, 3-0. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Chlorella Algae, Nutrition Suppleme... Sep 7, 2009
On the other hand, a similar study in the U.S. by Prof Randall Merchant, professor of Neurosurgery and Anatomy at Virginia Commonwealth University, found no evidence that it reduced tumors, but did still find it very useful for cancer patients in preventing secondary complications. Chlorella for Fighting Lifestyle Diseases. (Suite101.com)
Inflammatory Disease Treatments To Improve Through Use Of Lipidomics Sep 6, 2009
5, 2005) Virginia Commonwealth University researchers studying the enzyme that triggers inflammation have found that it may be a target for a new class of anti-inflammatory drugs to treat arthritis, asthma. . (Science Daily)
New Graphene-based, Nano-material Has Magnetic Properties Sep 6, 2009
The team of researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University; Peking University in Beijing, China; the Chinese Academy of Science in Shanghai, China; and Tohoku University in Sedai, Japan; used theoretical computer modeling to design the new material they called graphone, which is derived from an existing material known as graphene. Graphene, created by scientists five years ago, is 200 times stronger than steel, its electrons are highly mobile and it has unique optical and transport... (Science Daily)
Stone, Westbrook join John L. Hurt Jr. staff Sep 5, 2009
Westbrook received her degree in music from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is in her first year of teaching, but has experience through student teaching. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Graphene made magnetic with hydrogen coating Sep 4, 2009
"Dangling bonds of carbon carry a magnetic moment, and these can be aligned ferromagnetically," said professor Purusottam Jena of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. "When graphene is fully saturated with hydrogen, all the dangling bonds disappear and conducting graphene turns into a wide bandgap semiconductor. When only half the carbon atoms are saturated with hydrogen the system becomes ferromagnetic, but magnetism disappears at 25 percent hydrogen coverage.". (EETimes)
Five new teachers begin at RHS Sep 4, 2009
She earned a B. S. in Biomedical Engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University. "Engaging students in lots of activities and stimulating discussions is my teaching philosophy," Honaker said. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Gentiva Health Appoints 3 Independent Directors Sep 4, 2009
In a release, Gentiva said Lochner currently serves on the board of CLARCOR Inc., CMS Energy Corp. and Crane Co. Retchin is the CEO of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. Forman was the founder of IMI Systems Inc., a computer consulting firm. (ABC News -- Wire)
Altavista names new police chief Sep 3, 2009
Hamilton holds a bachelor's degree in administration of justice from Virginia Commonwealth University and is six hours short of a master's in public administration. He is also a graduate of the L. Douglas Wilder Public Administration and Command School at VCU.. (Altivista Journal, VA)
High-dose Therapy For Liver Disease Not Effective, Study Suggests Sep 1, 2009
D. Other researchers include Kris Kowdley, M.D., and Jody Mooney, M.D., Virginia Mason Medical Center; Velimir Luketic, M.D., and Carol Sargeant, M.D., Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Timothy McCashland, M.D., and Tamara Bernard, M.D., University of Nebraska; and Alex Befeler, M.D., and Debra King, M.D., Saint Louis University. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Flu risks still unknown as autumn approaches Aug 31, 2009
"People who argue we're seeing the same death rates miss the point - they're in young adults. To me, that shouldn't happen," said one infectious disease specialist, Dr. Richard P. Wenzel of Virginia Commonwealth University. Children, however, are the flu's prime spreaders. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Swine flu growing more potent Aug 31, 2009
To me, that shouldn t happen, said one infectious disease specialist, Dr. Richard P. Wenzel of Virginia Commonwealth University. He spent the past few months visiting South American hospitals to help gauge what the Northern Hemisphere is about to face. (Boston Globe)
Twitter and health care -- can a tweet a day keep the doctor away? Aug 25, 2009
The Journal is co-edited by Ronald C. Merrell, MD, Professor of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University and Charles R. Doarn, MBA, Associate Professor of Public Health Sciences and Biomedical Engineering, University of Cincinnati. Telemedicine and e-Health is the leading international, peer-reviewed journal combining medicine, telecommunications, and information technology. (EurekAlert!)
Coach uses art to motivate players Aug 24, 2009
He was a goaltender at Virginia Commonwealth University where he majored in fine arts. Less than a semester away from earning his bachelor's degree, Roberts was convinced to join some friends who were enraptured with the idea of hiking through Costa Rica. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Inexpensive Hypertension Drug Could Be Multiple Sclerosis Treatment, Study Suggests Aug 20, 2009
12, 2006) Virginia Commonwealth University researchers have identified a unique mechanism of action of a new drug that shows great promise for the treatment of multiple. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Skip the ads - you're still being sold Aug 19, 2009
During a two-day visit to the epicenter of advertising yet-to-come, the Brandcenter at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, I never saw a single idea in the medium that had been advertising's delivery system of choice since the days of, well, Don Draper: the 30-second network television commercial. Instead, I saw discreetly branded viral video shorts, graphic novels and performance art. (Juneau Empire)
New Method To Selectively Kill Metastatic Melanoma Cells Identified Aug 19, 2009
Researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University, in collaboration with a team of researchers led by Maria S. Soengas, Ph. D., with the Spanish National Cancer Research Center in Madrid, Spain, found that activation of a specific molecular pathway triggers melanoma cells to begin a process of self-destruction through self-digestion and programmed cell death. (Science Daily)
Art and soccer Aug 17, 2009
He was a goaltender at Virginia Commonwealth University where he majored in fine arts. Less than a semester away from earning his bachelor s degree, Roberts was convinced to join some friends who were enraptured with the idea of hiking through Costa Rica. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Click here to read more. Aug 16, 2009
His mother's body was found behind a building on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. She had been violently murdered. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Viral Mimic Induces Melanoma Cells To Digest Themselves Aug 13, 2009
The researchers include Damia` Tormo, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), Madrid, Spain; Agnieszka Checinska, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), Madrid, Spain; Direna Alonso-Curbelo, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), Madrid, Spain; Eva Perez-Guijarro, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), Madrid, Spain; Estela Canon, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), Madrid, Spain; Erica Riveiro-Falkenbach, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre... (Science Daily)
New bone drug can cut fracture risk in elderly Aug 12, 2009
Dr. Lenore Buckley, a professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, said all these drugs carry some risks. The studies found denosumab caused eczema in some patients, and a dozen of the women got a serious skin infection, cellulitis, that sometimes required hospitalization for intravenous antibiotics. (MSNBC -- Health)
James Monroe has its first African-American principal Aug 11, 2009
in 2000 and a post-master's in education administration and supervision from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2007. He is working on a doctorate in educational leadership and policy at Virginia Tech. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Friends of Baffour Charity Soccer Tournament Aug 7, 2009
Among the teams who participated in the tournament were Dale City United (DC United) managed by Eric Lamptey and led by Stephen Afriyie, formerly of Boffoakwa United in Ghana, K-11 of KNUST Alumni of Washington DC Metro Chapter, Boyz-Boyz of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Deltas Stars of Sierra Leone, Chantilly FC and Stockholm Villa of Woodbridge. DC United won the tournament by penalty kicks after a strained match between VCU Boyz-Boyz which settled on a 1-1 draw. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Peginterferon Alfa-2b or Alfa-2a with Ribavirin for Treatment of Hepatitis C Infection Aug 6, 2009
From the Duke Clinical Research Institute and Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC (J.G.M., A.J.M.); Alamo Medical Research, San Antonio, TX (E.J.L.); Kelsey Research Foundation, Houston (G.W.G.); University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas (W.M.L.); the Liver Institute at Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Dallas (R.H.G.); and Liver Specialists of Texas, Houston (J.S.G.); Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond (M.L.S.); and Mount Vernon Endoscopy Center, Alexandria, VA... (New England Journal of Medicine)
Twin Study Examines Associations Between Depression And Coronary Artery Disease Aug 5, 2009
Kenneth S. Kendler, M.D., of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, and colleagues studied 30,374 twins (average age 57) from the Swedish Twin Registry. Information was obtained from telephone interviews conducted between 1998 and 2003 and also from Swedish hospital discharge and death registers. (Science Daily)
Hepatitis C Infection: Treatment Options Equally Effective, Likelihood Of Success Known Early On Aug 4, 2009
Other study investigators included Eric Lawitz, M.D., at Alamo Medical Research, in San Antonio, Texas; Mitchell Shiffman, M.D., at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond; Greg Galler, M.D., at the Kelsey Research Foundation, in Houston; Jonathan McCone, M.D., at the Mount Vernon Endoscopy Center in Alexandria, Va. Lisa Nyberg, M.D., at Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center; William Lee, M.D., at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, in Dallas; Reem Ghalib, M.D., at the... (Science Daily)
The Economy in Turmoil Aug 3, 2009
Brand names do hold forceful sway over many low-income urban youth, says Holly P. Alford, a professor of fashion design at Virginia Commonwealth University who studies youth and African American fashion. For those with few opportunities to claim advantage or status, the boost that comes with wearing a sought-after brand can take on additional meaning. (San Francisco Chronicle)
When Jaundice Leads to Brain Injury Jul 30, 2009
Today at 6:30 a.m., Lexi, 7, headed into an operating room at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center for , a form of brain surgery that is currently not allowed on children younger than 7 in the United States. Related. (ABC News)
Study Links Abortion and Preemies Jul 27, 2009
The accruing risk, says co-author Tilahun Adera at Virginia Commonwealth University, suggests that termination of pregnancy is a true cause of low birth weight and preterm birth rather than a variable associated with such conditions. "It's not just an association," he says. (Time.com)
Iraq's Prime Minister Signals New Priority for Education Jul 26, 2009
Among these universities are Vanderbilt University, Virginia Commonwealth University, West Virginia University, and Texas A & M. The University System of Ohio will also admit students per an MOU signed at the July 25 ceremony by Dr. Humadi and Eric D. Fingerhut, Chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents. The intent of the Consortium is to streamline the admissions process for qualified Iraqi students. (PR Newswire)
Caroline grad is youngest competitor in Bassmaster Open pro tour Jul 25, 2009
He's now a rising freshman pre-med major at Virginia Commonwealth University. "Everybody has to have a backup plan," Hennessy said of his goal of becoming a doctor. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
New Drug May Reduce Heart Attack Damage Jul 25, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 24, 2009) A new drug that targets a master disease-causing gene can dramatically reduce heart muscle damage after a heart attack and may lead to significantly improved patient outcomes, UNSW researchers have shown. The drug, known as Dz13, specifically targets and neutralises the gene responsible for inflammation and muscle death in the aftermath of a heart attack, preclinical trials have found. (Science Daily)
ORNL advances therapy for Parkinson's, other diseases Jul 23, 2009
Joining Boyd in this effort are other researchers from ORNL, George Gillies of the University of Virginia, and neurosurgeon William Broaddus and neuroscientist Helen Fillmore of Virginia Commonwealth University ... Following completion of the LDRD funded project, NexGen Medical Systems and Kopf Family Foundation at the University of Virginia, and the Cullather, Hord and Hafner Funds at Virginia Commonwealth University worked on other issues associated with flows of slurries of cells, such as... (EurekAlert!)
Genes Linked To Chemoresistance Identified Jul 22, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 21, 2009) Two genes may contribute to chemotherapy resistance in drugs like 5-fluorouracil, which is used in liver cancer treatment, according to Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center researchers. See also. (Science Daily)
Genes And The Environment Interact To Influence Adolescent Alcohol Use Jul 21, 2009
"In the past, research on genetic and environmental influences on behavior was often conducted in isolation," explained Danielle Dick, assistant professor of psychiatry, psychology, and human and molecular genetics at Virginia Commonwealth University. "Some scientists were interested in genetic effects, others in environmental effects. We now know that both genetic and environmental influences are important for most behavioral outcomes and our challenge is to understand how they interact.". (Science Daily)
Meredith comes to O's in deal for Salazar Jul 20, 2009
and went to Virginia Commonwealth University. He heads back east to join a Baltimore bullpen that entering Sunday was 17-13 with a 4. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Genes influence alcohol use in teens Jul 17, 2009
"In the past, research on genetic and environmental influences on behavior was often conducted in isolation," said Danielle Dick, assistant professor of psychiatry, psychology, and human and molecular genetics at Virginia Commonwealth University. "Some scientists were interested in genetic effects, others in environmental effects. We now know that both genetic and environmental influences are important for most behavioral outcomes and our challenge is to understand how they interact. "Much of... (India Times, India)
Lesser access for babies? Jul 14, 2009
Eric Maynor leaves Virginia Commonwealth University as the Rams all-time leader in scoring and assists. The hope now is that his assists keep on coming for VCU, and the Colonial Athletic Association, in recruiting. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Comprehensive Review Of Addiction To Prescription Painkillers Among Patients And Physicians Jul 14, 2009
28, 2006) Antibiotics are routinely prescribed unnecessarily for acute bronchitis, according to Virginia Commonwealth University findings published in the New England Journal of. (May 29, 2009) The vast majority of advanced colon cancer patients in a clinical trial were not concerned about the cost of prescription drugs for managing chemotherapy side effects, such as infection, pain and. (Science Daily)
Sizemore shows his stuff at Futures Game Jul 13, 2009
ST. LOUIS -- One Tigers infielder from Virginia Commonwealth University is in the All-Star Game and the Home Run Derby. Another just played in the XM All-Star Futures Game. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
A once-great affair stuck in park Jul 12, 2009
Technology that is inexpensive and easy for manufacturers to integrate makes cars far more desirable to young shoppers today, according to George Hoffer, an economics professor at Virginia Commonwealth University whose research focuses on the automotive industry. The youths of the past were more attracted by style, Hoffer said. (Boston Globe)
