October 2004, Table of Contents
$31 Million Purchase Strengthens Alliance with Hermann
Agreement with Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
provides university with first ‘owned’ clinic space
New Frontiers Campaign Gift Helps Recruit Scientist
Researchers target key protein to improve success of blood stem cell transplants
$2.8 Million in Federal Funding Secured for NanoHealth Alliance
Convocation to Honor Two President’s Scholars
Event Oct. 6 recognizes faculty for
national and international awards
South African Ethicist to Speak Nov. 1
Castro Assumes Joint UT Appointment Between Houston and El Paso
School of Public Health Appoints Balcazar Assistant Dean for El Paso Regional Campus
Untermeyer Named Ambassador to Qatar
Patient-Friendly 3 Tesla Scanner Ready to Help in Research
MRI produces very detailed anatomical images,
plus physiological and biochemical information
Major Need for More CPR Training in Minority Communities
Community organizations and churches found to be critical link in ‘chain of survival’
Community Invited to Visit School of Nursing and Student Community Center
Administrative Leadership Changes Announced
First Registrar Leaves a Legacy of Service
Ophthalmology Department to be Named for Ruiz
Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Hosts State Scientific Meeting
UT Physician Leads Fight against Childhood Obesity and Hypertension