News and information (appointments, searches, events, awards, etc.) pertaining to the School of Medicine are featured in SOM e-NEWS in abstract form and are linked to the web for more detailed information. SOM e-NEWS is currently published bimonthly. If you have information you would like published in this newsletter, please contact Denise Gonzalez, in our office via email (djgonzal@utmb.edu) or by fax (29598). Please let us know your ideas and suggestions for this communication format. You may send your comments via email to Linda Phillips, M.D. (lphillip@utmb.edu).

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1. UPCOMING EVENTS

· DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS

--Surgery: May 12-15, 2003

--Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation: May 18-20, 2003

--Physiology & Biophysics: November 16-19, 2003

--Pharmacology & Toxicology: January 11-14, 2004

--Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences: January 25-28, 2004

· NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK – May 12-16, 2003

To view the schedule of events, please log on to: http://www.utmb.edu/minimed/Galveston/.

· Mark your calendars: 12th Annual Clinical Research Center Colloquium,

Thursday, May 22, 2003, 8:15AM

The UTMB General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) presents its 12th Annual Clinical Research Colloquium on Thursday, May 22, 2003 from 8:15 to 10:30 a.m. in the Shriners Hospital for Children, 7^th floor Auditorium. The keynote presentation will be combined with Grand Rounds for Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and followed by GCRC and poster presentations. All faculty, house staff, students, research associates, study coordinators and others interested in clinical research are welcome to attend. This annual event highlights accomplishments of GCRC and other UTMB investigators by presenting current research and posters on clinical or translational topics. Dianna M. Milewicz, M.D., Ph.D., the Doris Duke Distinguished Clinical Scientist, Professor and Vice Chairman, Department of Internal Medicine from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston will present the keynote address, "The Genetic Basis of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Dissections.” A brief GCRC presentation titled, "GCRC Facilities and the UTMB Clinical Research Education Program" and concurrent poster presentations will follow, from approximately 9:15 until 10:30 a.m. Coffee and light breakfast will be provided.

· SCHOOL OF MEDICINE COMMENCEMENT

Saturday, May 24, 2003, 10:00 AM, Moody Gardens Convention Center

Commencement Speaker: Denton A. Cooley, M.D., President and Surgeon-in-Chief, Texas Heart Institute, Houston. For more information, please visit the School of Medicine web site: http://www.som.utmb.edu/Commencement03/SOMactivities.htm.

· HONORS AND AWARDS PROGRAM AND WHITE COAT CEREMONY

The Honors and Awards Program recognizes outstanding students and faculty; the White Coat Ceremony is the School of Medicine's formal welcoming and introduction of our incoming medical students to the profession of medicine. This event will take place on Monday, August 18, 2003 at 4:00 PM in the Levin Hall Main Auditorium.

· FACULTY OF MEDICINE MEETINGS

--Tuesday, October 7, 2003 (4:30 PM)

--Tuesday, December 2, 2003 (4:30 PM)

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2. DR. ANNE HUDSON JONES RECEIVES DAVIES MEMORIAL SCHOLAR AWARD

Anne Hudson Jones, Ph.D., Member, Institute for the Medical Humanities, and Professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine and Community Health, has received the 2003 Nicholas E. Davies Memorial Scholar Award for scholarly activities in the humanities and history of medicine. The award, given by the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Internal Medicine, was presented to Dr. Jones at the annual meeting of the American College of Physicians in San Diego in April. The title of her award lecture is "The Way of Apollo: Are Doctors Who Write Better Doctors."

See award recipients at: http://www.som.utmb.edu/Awards/Award_TOC.htm.

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3. DR. WILLIAM WINSLADE COMPLETES STUDY ON ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE IN TEXAS

William J. Winslade, Ph.D., the James Wade Rockwell Professor of Philosophy in Medicine, completed a report on access to health care in Texas. Dr. Winslade was one of the first to receive an administrative leave under the Presidential Faculty Development Leave Program (see story, http://www.utmb.edu/president/faculty_leaves/2001awards.htm) which has enabled him to concentrate on his research in promoting access to health care. The report was circulated widely in Austin and elsewhere. A revised and updated version will be published in the Texas Tech Law Review. Dr. Winslade will continue to work on a larger study on access to health care in the U.S.

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4. DR. GRACIE VARGAS NOMINATED FOR DANA PROGRAM IN BRAIN AND IMMUNO-IMAGING

Gracie Vargas, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology & Biophysics, has been chosen to be the nominee from the School of Medicine for the 2003 Dana Program in Brain and Immuno-imaging Using Brain and Immune System Imaging Innovations to Improve Human Health. The title of her research proposal is: “Noninvasive Multiphoton Excitation Fluorescence Microscopic and Spectroscopic Evaluation of Mitochondrial and Cytoplasmic Metabolism Associated with Oxidative Stress and Amyloidosis in Alzheimer’s Disease.”

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5. the school nominates dr. alfredo g. torres for fellowship award

Alfredo G. Torres, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Departments of Microbiology & Immunology and Pathology, was selected to be the School’s nominee for the 2003 Herbert W. Nickens, M.D., Minority Faculty Fellowship Award. Dr. Torres joined the UTMB faculty in March, 2003. His work involves studying bacterial diseases and utilizing modern approaches to these problems. See area of expertise: http://microbiology.utmb.edu/faculty/torres/homepage.htm.

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6. JEANE B. KEMPNER SCHOLARS – 2003-2004

Nine medical and graduate school alumni have been awarded Jeane B. Kempner Scholarships. The Jeane B. Kempner Scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding UTMB graduates. These awards present an excellent opportunity for UTMB MD or PhD graduates interested in an academic career to train anywhere in the world. Recipients are decided by the UTMB Kempner Scholarship Committee. The 2003-2004 Scholars, title of their research projects and sponsors are as follows:

1. Jon A. Guidry, MD, Pharmacology & Toxicology, BDNF in the mechanism of action of antipsychotics, UTMB Sponsor: Kenneth M. Johnson, PhD

2. Carlos A. Murillo, MD, Surgery, The Role of Phosphoinositol 3-Kinase in Inflammation, UTMB Sponsor: B. Mark Evers, MD

3. David B. Garcia Akalal, PhD, Molecular & Cell Biology, Localizing the memory process in the Drosophila brain, Baylor College of Medicine – Houston Sponsor: Ronald L. Davis, PhD

4. Roberto Galleto, PhD, HBC&G, Unwinding mechanism of the E.coli primary replicative helicase DnaB protein, UTMB Sponsor: Wlodzimierz Bujalowski, PhD

5. Tian Wang, PhD, Internal Medicine, The Immunopathogenesis of Human Granuloytic Ehrlichiosis (HE), Yale University, New Haven Sponsor: Erol Fikrig, MD

6. Xiaoyong Bao, BS, Physiology & Biophysics, Mechanisms of regulation of connexin 43, UTMB Sponsor: Luis Reuss, MD

7. Kasie K. Cole, BS, Neuroscience Center of Excellence, The role of excitotoxicity-induced JIP and JNK signaling in epileptogenesis, Louisiana State University Health Science Center – New Orleans Sponsor: Nicholas G. Bazan, MD, PhD

8. Dora Bocangel, BS, Sealy Center for Molecular Sciences and HBC&G, Cellular responses to DNA damage induced by alkylating agents: Role of p53 & DNA repair pathways, UTMB Sponsor: Sankar Mitra, PhD, Collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine

9. Timothy L. Denning, PhD, Developmental Immunology, Role of T Cells in Regulation of Muscosal Inflammation, La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology Sponsor: Mitchell Kronenberg, PhD

More information about the program may be found at: http://www2.utmb.edu/kempner/announcement.htm

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7. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE JOHN P. MCGOVERN AWARD IN OSLERIAN MEDICINE

In 2001, UTMB’s Office of the President established the John P. McGovern Award in Oslerian Medicine, a lifetime achievement award that recognizes the practice and teaching of humane medicine in the tradition of Sir William Osler and affirms the university’s commitment to Oslerian ideals. Born in 1849 in Canada, Osler served on the medical faculties of McGill, the University of Pennsylvania and Johns Hopkins, reaching the peak of his career as Regius professor of medicine at Oxford. Osler pioneered the practice of teaching at the bedside and initiated the modern residency program. His The Principles and Practice of Medicine was the standard text for half a century of medical students. Above all, Osler demonstrated, in both patient care and teaching, deep compassion, understanding and love for his fellow human beings.

The award also honors Houston physician and philanthropist, John P. McGovern, himself a committed Oslerian. His long and generous support of UTMB has made possible a number of significant programs in teaching, including the John P. McGovern Academy in Oslerian Medicine.

Candidates for the award must both practice and teach medicine and be affiliated with UTMB School of Medicine either as faculty members or as former students or residents. The selection will be made by the McGovern Academy’s six Osler Scholars (Drs. Jack Alperin, Robert Beach, Tung Dinh, Alice Anne O’Donell, Francis Quinn and Joan Richardson), who will grade nominees for their longstanding and distinguished careers of service in four categories:

1) Combining scientific principles with humane practice in his/her clinical care and being committed to relief of patients’ suffering;

2) Displaying imaginative, innovative and inspirational teaching;

3) Displaying exemplary personal attributes: honesty, modesty, generosity, affection, a respect for the past, spirituality and passion for aesthetic and creative pursuits; and

4) Displaying social consciousness and community involvement.

The McGovern Award in Oslerian Medicine will be presented at the annual Osler Oration, to be held at Open Gates on Friday, July 11, 6-9 p.m. The Oration honors Sir William Osler’s 154^th birthday.

The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m., Wednesday, May 28. They must be submitted as a hard copy to America Hayward, Coordinator, John P. McGovern Academy of Oslerian Medicine, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, Texas 77555-1311 (campus mail: Route 1311).

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8. Two leadership development programs seeking women & minorities

Two valuable programs are seeking women and minority applicants:

"Leadership Development for Physicians in Academic Health Centers," November 9-21, 2003. This program is conducted annually in the Fall and is designed for division chiefs, vice chairs of clinical departments, and physicians in other administrative positions. See web site for details: www.hsph.harvard.edu/ccpe/programs/LDP.shtml. Applications may be

submitted online. Phone inquiries should be directed to Min Wilson at 617-384-8683.

"Program for Chiefs of Clinical Services," January 18-30, 2004. This program is conducted annually in January; it is designed for chairs of major clinical departments. See website for details: www.hsph.harvard.edu/ccpe/programs/PCCS.shtml and applications may be submitted online also. Phone inquiries should be directed to Nicole Vitkosky at 617-384-8682.

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9. SCHOLARS IN EDUCATION: A FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2003-2005

The Office of Educational Development is seeking nominees for the fifth cohort of the Scholars in Education program to begin September 9, 2003. Participants from throughout UTMB are sought who currently provide or are expected to assume an academic leadership role within their school or department. A letter of nomination by the Dean, the Department Chair, or the Division Head for the Scholars in Education program is a requirement for participation. Program enrollment is expected to be around 15-20 faculty participants for 2003-2005. The Scholars meet for three hours one evening per month for 18 months here on campus; dinner is provided. Please direct your inquiries and nominations to Jack R. Scott, Ed.D. of the Office of Educational Development, Route 0408, ext. 22791 or email jrscott@utmb.edu, by Thursday, July 3, 2003. A brief description of the Scholars in Education program may found at http://oed.utmb.edu/.

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10. SEARCH UPDATES

The School of Medicine is conducting the following searches:

Chair, Anatomy & Neurosciences: Four candidates have been scheduled to return for second visits.

Chair, Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences: The search is moving along; the search committee has identified excellent candidates and hopes to start planning for their visits to our campus in the next one or two months.

Chair, Otolaryngology: Three candidates will be returning for a second visit.

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11. FACULTY ELECTED TO THE ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE

Below are the names of faculty members who recently have been elected to the Admissions Committee within the School of Medicine, effective July 1, 2003. Also shown are the terms of their service on the committee.

Elie Al-Chaer, PhD Internal Medicine 2001-2004

Stanley D. Allen, MD Orthopaedic Surgery 2002-2005

Anne C. Andorn, MD Psychiatry 2003-2005

Concepcion R. Arrastia, MD Ob/Gyn 2003-2006

A. Nelson Avery, MD PM & CH 2003-2006

Michael C. Boyars, MD Internal Medicine 2001-2004

Hari Dayal, PhD PM & CH 2003-2006

Nisha Garg, PhD Microbiology 2003-2004

Michael Higgins, RN, EdD Surgery 2003-2004

William F. Jacobs, MD Internal Medicine 2003-2006

Michael H. Malloy, MD Pediatrics 2003-2005

Jeffery R. Matthews, MD Psychiatry 2003-2006

Anita C. Mercado, MD Internal Medicine 2001-2004

Freddy A. Paniagua, PhD* Psychiatry 2003-2005

John R. Petersen, PhD Pathology 2002-2005

Jeffrey Rabek, PhD HBC & G 2001-2004

Karen A. Rasmusson, MD Neurology 2002-2005

Cecilia M. Romero, MD Family Medicine 2003-2006

*completing term vacated by Dr. Peter C. Moller (2002-2005).

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12. NEW FACULTY APPOINTMENTS

The Dean of Medicine welcomes the following new School of Medicine faculty who were appointed from March 1, 2003 through March 31, 2003:

Jacqueline Aoughsten, M.S.N., Clinical Specialist, Radiology

Dmitri Davydov, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Pharmacology & Toxicology

Monique Ferguson, Ph.D., Instructor, Internal Medicine

Elizabeth Gaspar, M.S.N., Maternal/Child Specialist, Obstetrics & Gynecology

Qian Li, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Melodee Mancuso, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Preventive Medicine & Community Health

W. Powers, M.D., Assistant Professor, Preventive Medicine & Community Health

Kota Ramana, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Human Biological Chemistry & Genetics

Eric Roberson, M.D., Assistant Professor, Surgery

Kalpita Shah, P.A., Family Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine

Alfredo Torres, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Microbiology & Immunology

Shelli Truly, M.S.N., Clinical Specialist, Surgery

Willie Zoma, M.D., Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology

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13. WE WANT YOUR NEWS!

Faculty and administrators are encouraged to submit their department's news for inclusion in SOM e-NEWS. This information may be submitted to Denise Gonzalez, Office of the Dean of Medicine, either through campus mail, Route 0133, or electronically.

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14. FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

--CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET PRIZE FOR RESEARCH IN MEDICAL EDUCATION

The Karolinska Institutet is requesting nominations for the 2004 Karolinska Institutet Prize for Research in Medical Education. The purpose of the Karolinska Institutet Prize is to stimulate research in medical education in order to promote long-term improvements of educational practices in medical training. Nominations should be submitted before June 15, 2003. For more information about the Karolinska Institutet Prize for Research in Medical Education, please contact: Kirsti Lonka, Ph.D., Professor of Medical Education, Karolinska Institutet, E-mail: kirsti.lonka@lime.ki.se, Mail: SE-171 77, Stockholm, Sweden, Phone: +46 8 728 7004, +46 708 407 735, Fax: +46 8 34 51 28.

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--W. T. GRANT FOUNDATION FACULTY SCHOLARS AWARD

UTMB has been invited to submit a limited number of nominations for the following funding opportunity. If you know of anyone who may be eligible for this award, please pass this information along. Interested parties are asked to submit a brief pre-application for internal review by May 20, 2003. Read details/get forms at: http://research.utmb.edu/starline/research/starfiles/9113.htm

William T. Grant Foundation.--Faculty Scholars Award. Up to $60,000 per year for five years is provided to junior faculty members to conduct research relevant to understanding and promoting the well-being and healthy development of children, adolescents, and youth. Only one candidate may be nominated in one year from any major division of the university (e.g. College of the Arts and Sciences, Medical School, School of Allied Health, etc.). Starting this year, in recognition of the important research occurring outside traditional academic appointments, eligibility for the program has been expanded to include early career researchers - both tenure track and non-tenure track - at all non-profit institutions.

External Deadline: 07/01/2003

Internal Deadline: 05/20/2003

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For other funding opportunities, please visit the following web site: http://research.utmb.edu/starline/research/fundopps/fundopps.htm

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The Research Funding Library has posted internal review deadlines for invited funding opportunities as well as a calendar for lectures, events, etc. to a special web site with links to contact information. The calendars may be viewed at: http://www.utmbhealthcare.org/scripts/we3.07/webeventn.pl?cmd=opencal&cal=cal19&

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http://www.som.utmb.edu/e-NEWS/eNEWS-TOC.htm. Thank you for your interest and time.

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