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Managing concussions
An IUSM study on how concussions affect blood flow in the brain has earned support from the NFL's Head Health Challenge.
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International visit
A visit from Chinese hospital officials to IUSM is cementing the school's reputation as a model in the field of biobanking.
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Message from David Wilkes
A new program will focus on making faculty's federal research grant proposals more competitive.
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| editor’s picks
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| News to Use
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Tuberculosis skin test
IUSM faculty and trainees must undergo annual tuberculosis surveillance before March 1. Get clinic dates and locations.
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| Opportunities
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Language course
The next American English for International Professionals course will take place from March 20 to May 22.
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| Grants
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Grants and awards
IUSM researchers earned more than $2.1 million in grants and awards, excluding commercial projects, in December.
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| Kudos
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Faculty member honors
William Tierney is among several faculty members recently honored at the IU School of Medicine.
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| faculty & staff spotlight
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Surrogate advocate
A study by IU scientist Alexia Torke urges changes to give health care surrogates a greater voice in family member's care.
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| student spotlight
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Community leadership
A special program provides a gateway for future physicians who wish to serve their communities through nonprofits.
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Starting their journey
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| Students at the Moi University School of Medicine in Eldoret, Kenya -- the IU School of Medicine's partner in the Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare, or AMPATH -- recently participated in a special ceremony to mark the start of their first year of clinical experience.
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| podcast
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| 'Sound Medicine'
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| This week, "Sound Medicine" explores two studies on surgical skills: a surgeon effectiveness survey based on patient outcomes and a study that found some surgeons may not be properly trained in residency. Other topics include challenges faced by student-run clinics, the quest to eradicate Guinea worm and an essay on the role of faith in medical decisions.
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