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Celebrating World Social Work Day
Every year on the third Tuesday in March, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) leads the celebration of World Social Work Day, when social workers worldwide stand together to advance a common message for social justice, human rights and social development globally, all through the…
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Professor Alp Sehirlioglu named Sustainability Champion
The Office of Energy and Sustainability recently honored faculty, staff and students who excel at making the university and greater community a greener place to live and work with Sustainability Champion awards. Congratulations to Department of Materials Science and Engineering Chair Alp…
Researchers at ÃÛÌÒAPP identify RNA molecule as possible driver of gastric cancer
With further testing, discovery may offer new target for early detection and treatment Researchers at ÃÛÌÒAPP have discovered molecules that present the potential to drive the development of gastric cancer—among the world’s deadliest forms of the disease. Gastric, or…
AI-driven robotics research aims to enhance care for older adults with Alzheimer’s
Imagine a robot that not only reminds you to take your medication, but helps you navigate your home and offers companionship. This type of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology could be a reality for seniors in the not-too-distant future. An interdisciplinary team at Case Western Reserve…
Researchers at Case Western Reserve, University Hospitals to begin clinical testing with new, less-invasive technology to screen for esophageal precancer
Study supported by $8M National Institutes of Health grant Researchers at ÃÛÌÒAPP and University Hospitals (UH) will use state-of-the-art medical technologies they invented—and licensed to Lucid Diagnostics Inc.—to detect esophageal precancer, specifically Barrett’s…
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CWRU team received first prize in the 2024 Intelligent Water System challenge competition
ÃÛÌÒAPP team led by Professor Xiong (Bill) Yu received the first prize in the 2024 Intelligent Water System challenge competition organized by Water Research Foundation and Water Environmental Federation. The team presented an intelligent water solution titled ‘AI-Platform for Accurate Water…
Reminder for supervisors
This is the quarterly notice to remind all supervisors (including faculty who supervise staff) that a completed Personnel Action Form (PAF) must be promptly processed whenever an employee is leaving the university for any reason. Please always download a fresh Personnel Action Form from…
Well-Earned Recognition for Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
We are pleased to share that Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) has been recognized by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) with a merit award of outstanding for its Cancer Center Support Grant submission in 2024. Further, NCI’s ranking allows Case CCC to apply for a merit extension for the…
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9 places you'd never guess bacteria is hiding in your kitchen, according to an expert
Shanina Knighton, adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, shared her tips on where bacteria hides in your kitchen and what you can do about it. We're all aware of many areas in our kitchen that can become havens for germs: the telltale aromatic sponge, the trash…
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What’s a planetary parade? Astronomy’s Bill Janesh explains and shares how you can view one this weekend
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered exactly what you’re seeing? On Friday, Feb. 28, if you take a moment to turn toward the sky, you’ll be in for a special treat. Seven planets—Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter and Mars—will be visible all at once, though you might…