November 21, 2002
Vaccine effective for one type of HPV
A study involving almost 2,400 women has shown that a vaccine that prevents infection with one of the viruses linked to cervical cancer is generally safe and effective.
Conflicts of interest will be Dec. 3 topic
Michael Corn, director of research and industry relations support in the School of Medicine’s Office of Research and Graduate Education, will speak on research-related conflicts of interest at the next program in the series on “Things Your Mother Never Taught You,” sponsored by the School of Medicine’s Office of Industry Relations and the UW Office of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer.
School of Medicine wins community service award
The UW School of Medicine received the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service at the group’s annual meeting in San Francisco last weekend.
Notices
REGENTS MEETING
The Board of Regents will hold a regular public meeting at 1 p.
Callus featured in viola concert
Music for viola by UW composers will be featured at a concert at 7:30 p.
Quake victims still not prepared, study shows
Even though it wasn’t the “big one,” last year’s Nisqually earthquake caused damage to nearly 300,000 residences or almost one out every four households in the Puget Sound area, according to a new UW study.
Smarter investments needed for state’s future, panel says
Washington state may have been more lucky than smart in its recent economic history.
Awards honor minority businesses
Demonstrating the amount of wealth minority-owned firms contribute to the state even in a sluggish economy, winners of the UW Minority Business Awards saw their revenues grow in 2001.
Issue numbers explained
If you’re one of those people who pays attention to volume and issue numbers on your newspaper, you may notice something unusual about University Week.
Salmon or power? Study shows Northwest will be faced with tough choice
People living in the Pacific Northwest will likely face a difficult choice in coming decades as global warming alters the region’s climate — they can have water for hydroelectric power or water for salmon runs, but not both.
Northwest residents facing tough decisions in a warmer future
People living in the Pacific Northwest will likely face a difficult choice in coming decades as global warming alters the region’s climate — they can have water for hydroelectric power or water for salmon runs, but not both.
November 20, 2002
Vaccine against HPV-16, a virus linked to cervical cancer, appears effective
A study involving almost 2,400 women has shown that a vaccine that prevents infection with one of the viruses linked to cervical cancer is generally safe and effective.
November 19, 2002
Minority business award winners evade impacts of slowing economy
Demonstrating the amount of wealth minority-owned firms contribute to the state even in a sluggish economy, winners of the University of Washington Minority Business Awards saw their revenues grow in 2001.
Nisqually quake damaged nearly 300,000 Puget Sound area households
Even though it wasn’t the “big one,” last year’s Nisqually earthquake caused damage to nearly 300,000 residences or almost one out of every four households in the Puget Sound area, according to a new University of Washington study.
November 18, 2002
UW chooses vice provost of intellectual property and tech transfer
James Severson, current president of the Cornell Research Foundation, has been selected to become vice provost for intellectual property and technology transfer at the University of Washington.
November 15, 2002
National program expands to educate campus leaders and encourage students with disabilities to enter science-oriented careers
A national UW-led program that teaches students with disabilities to use technology as a prominent ingredient in their recipes for success is celebrating a landmark birthday with new programs to reach out to university administrators and encourage students to pursue careers in science and engineering.
November 14, 2002
Science Groove
Do Peterson’s biostatistics dissertation starts out with folk, progresses to bluegrass and continues on through funk, disco, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll.
Understanding hormones that regulate body weight
A baseball pitcher warming up in the bullpen, an actress’ understudy and an airplane copilot, are all back-ups capable of performing an essential function when needed.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
UW gets World Citizen Award
The UW received the 2002 World Citizen Award from the World Affairs Council of Seattle this week in recognition of the University’s “longstanding leadership in research and education on global issues.
Teachers who write prove best for student writers
Pam Forbush remembers well that day in 1996 when she was given 45 minutes to write about anything she wished.
1912 pole features fearsome cannibal woman
The Burke Museum raised two totem poles this week in conjunction with the current exhibition, Out of the Silence: The Enduring Power of Totem Poles.
Native American Arts part of Burke Family Day
The Burke Museum will hold its annual Family Day from 10 a.
E-Learning subscriptions available Dec. 2
UW Training and Development (T&D) is providing another way for staff and faculty to access professional and personal development.
Panel to discuss Nickel and Dimed in Seattle
The Campus Business & Professional Women will present a panel on Nickel & Dimed in Seattle at noon on Friday, Nov.
UW Photography Group opens show
A show opening Friday, Nov.
Denman Forestry Issues Series considers sustainability
Everybody from scientists to citizens is contemplating how to manage natural resources in a sustainable way.
Crack up at Eggonaut Competition Friday
Humpty Dumpty’s trip from wall to ground is nothing compared to the perilous voyage facing passengers in the First Annual “Eggonaut” Competition for Earth and Space Sciences.
UW professor studies cultural clues to aid in fostering technological savvy
Contrary to what most Americans seem to think, a computer with an on-line connection does not always equal Internet access.
McCormick years draw to a close
This week the University of Washington says goodbye to President Richard L.
Applicants choose programs leading quickly to jobs
This year’s applicants for UW Educational Outreach (UWEO) certificates seem to be favoring professional, short-term programs that allow them to find work quickly, possibly because of the continuing weak economy in the Puget Sound.
Career paths one key to evaluating, improving doctoral education
The University of Washington is now home to the only center for the study of graduate education in the United States.
Secretin fails to reduce symptoms of autism
Secretin, touted as a possible cure for autism just three years ago, is not a magic bullet that relieves the symptoms of the developmental disorder, report researchers at the UW and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
November 12, 2002
Half of older adults with high blood pressure don’t have it under control, and face significant risks
At least half of older adults with hypertension do not have their blood pressure controlled to normal levels, according to a survey of 5,888 patients around the country.
Natural or synthetic secretin does not reduce symptoms of autism, study shows
Secretin, touted as a possible cure for autism just three years ago, is not a magic bullet that relieves the symptoms of the developmental disorder, report researchers at the University of Washington and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
November 9, 2002
Association of American Medical Colleges honors University of Washington medical school for community service
The University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine is the recipient of the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service.
Association of American Medical Colleges honors University of Washington medical school for community service
The University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine is the recipient of the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service. The award, given annually to just one medical school in the country, was presented here tonight at the association’s annual meeting.
November 7, 2002
Combined Fund Drive
Editor’s Note: The Combined Fund Drive runs through Nov.
In the winter, smoke from wood burning pollutes
The evenings get chillier and darker.
Garcia honored
Charlie Garcia, assistant dean for multicultural affairs in the School of Medicine, will receive a Service Award from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Group on Student Affairs-Minority Affairs Section (GSA-MAS) on Nov.
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