January 2008, Table of Contents
Houston Businessman Creates Distinguished Chair at Medical School
James D. Woods calls cardiovascular research ‘a great way to spend your money’
Willerson and 21 UT Physicians Named as America’s ‘Top Doctors’
– Spotlight on Giving –
“Spotlight on Giving” is a new occasional feature of Distinctions. This section will include stories and photos devoted to giving news, including endowments, foundation/corporate grants, private gifts and other news related to the philanthropic partners of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Medical School alumni donate to the Child Development Center
Dental Branch Alumnus Donates $100,000 for Scholarships
Institute of Molecular Medicine Announces Recent Endowment Appointments
Caskey and Wetsel plan to use funds on Alzheimer’s and pulmonary disease research
S P E C I A L S E C T I O N
Young Investigators
Young Investigators Attract Funding, Cover Broad Range of Research
Outstanding scientists honored for success early in their career
Life-threatening Gene Defect Identified by Medical School Researchers
Mutation linked to thoracic
aortic disease
Geriatric Education Grant Will Focus Expertise on Vulnerable Elders
PARTNERS Annual Spring Luncheon Scheduled
Vaccine Patch May Be “Excellent New Weapon” Against Travelers’ Discomfort