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December, 2004

December 2004, Table of Contents

 

Boerwinkle Appointed to Kozmetsky Family Chair at IMM
Genetics researcher is first holder of chair established through $2 million gift to New Frontiers Campaign

$3 Million ‘Roadmap’ Grant Will Train Leaders in Drug Research

Two Faculty Receive University’s Highest Awards
Convocation honors more than 150 for national, international achievements

$25 Million Funds Future Health Promotion Studies
School of Public Health’s Research Center aims to prevent unhealthy behaviors and cancer

Two UT Medical School Researchers Honored for Advancing Science

First Corporate Appreciation Breakfast

Microbiologist Garsin Wins Ellison Foundation Honor
Research focuses on antibiotic-resistant bacterium and touches on longevity

Infectious Disease Pioneer Retires as Public Health Dean
Beasley led research to develop and establish worldwide use of life-saving vaccines

Better Coordination of Resources Produces Better Reading
State Center for Early Childhood Development reports findings to Texas Legislature

Researchers Find Color-Sensitive Atomic Switch in Bacteria
Discovery sheds light on cell membranes, the most accessible targets for medications

Holiday BookFair Brings Joy to Students and Recipients

Golfing Brings Record-Setting Dollars to Scholars

UT System Sponsors Houston Molecular Medicine Symposium

Brains Rule! Site Wins International Awards

Cheering the Chairs

UT System Conference Addresses Future of Medical Education

News Briefs

Contracts & Grants

Calendar

Kudos

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