Innovative initiatives from the Department of Anesthesiology enhance diversity and address mental health disparities
Every quarter, the Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital provides non-research grant support to members of Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, aligning with their shared mission of supporting and advancing patient care. Recently, the Foundation approved two projects led by team members from the Department of Anesthesiology: The MORE Grant Program and the INCLUDE 2.0 Study.
Through ASSET Program, students see science that’s alive and active
Among the new aims outlined in the SEPA-funded grant for the ASSET Program led by Douglas Chalker, professor of biology of Arts & Sciences at WashU, is reaching populations traditionally underrepresented in science in the St. Louis area.
WashU’s technology, innovation hub celebrates 100th faculty startup
Washington University in St. Louis’ Office of Technology Management (OTM) celebrated a milestone this year: Washington University’s 100th startup and counting. Over the past three decades — but most notably in the past 10 years — OTM has worked proactively to help the university’s faculty researchers commercialize innovative technologies developed in their labs. By supporting faculty […]
New CAPS ELP program helps WashU subcontractors improve English skills and build community
Eight members of the WashU community were recognized in late April for completing a first-of-its-kind program aimed at creating greater equity on campus. The program, provided through the School of Continuing & Professional Studies English Language Program, offers WashU subcontractors access to a 20-week immersive English Language program through a sub-contractor scholarship fund that was […]
Brown School students engage with St. Louis neighborhoods
Washington University in St. Louis Brown School students in the “Community Development Practice” class engaged with community partners and contributed to hands-on projects to improve neighborhoods in south St. Louis. Taught by Molly Metzger, a senior lecturer in the school, the spring semester class focused on sustainable community development projects related to pedestrian safety, neighborhood planning […]
Testing, treatment for sexually transmitted infections expanded in north St. Louis County
In a bid to reduce disparities and improve overall sexual health in the region, the Division of Infectious Diseases at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis will offer expanded STI testing and treatment services at its Village Square clinic, located in north St. Louis County, a historically medically underserved area.
Galea appointed inaugural Margaret C. Ryan Dean of planned WashU School of Public Health
Washington University in St. Louis announced today that Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, one of the world’s most influential public health leaders, will become the inaugural Margaret C. Ryan Dean of the university’s planned School of Public Health, effective Jan. 1.
Washington University names head of new public health school
Washington University on Monday named noted epidemiologist Dr. Sandro Galea as the inaugural head of its planned School of Public Health, effective Jan. 1. The new school, part of the university’s 10-year strategic plan, was announced in October 2022 and is WashU’s first new school in 100 years, officials said.
Ones to Watch: St. Louisans leading sustainability initiatives across the region
Local leaders including several from WashU are finding new ways to conserve resources, protect the environment, and help others live their best lives.
Washington University plans new project in Cortex
“The mid-century Forest Park Avenue location will serve as a support hub to nurture both businesses and individuals as they advance and grow in the St. Louis innovation ecosystem,” university spokeswoman Sue Killenberg McGinn said in a statement.