Alexandra Scammell
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School of Medicine Basic Sciences Staff Spotlight: Karen Davis
Karen Davis, the program coordinator for the Center for Structural Biology, enjoys feeling like she is "a part of something bigger” than herself, both in and out of the office. She is a huge soccer fan and coaches two co-ed recreational soccer teams at the Nashville Youth Soccer Association. Read MoreApr. 17, 2024
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Celebrating recent appointments and promotions in the School of Medicine Basic Sciences
Congratulations to our School of Medicine Basic Sciences community members who were promoted or received new appointments from January to March 2024! These individuals significantly enrich our pursuit of pathbreaking research and contribute to the growth and success of our school. Read MoreApr. 4, 2024
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Q&A: Illuminating a critical step in initiating DNA replication in eukaryotes
Brandt Eichman and Walter Chazin, professors of biochemistry, worked together to provide a better understanding of how exactly DNA replication is initiated. Their work will influence novel small molecule modifier designs that may serve as tools for detailed studies of DNA replication in cells and eventual therapies. Read MoreMar. 15, 2024
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Three from Vanderbilt community selected to participate in Endocrine Society’s leadership program
A Vanderbilt graduate student and two members of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance joined the Endocrine Society’s leadership program, which provides scientists with leadership development, expanded skills in hands-on training, and networking opportunities with endocrinology leaders. Read MoreFeb. 21, 2024
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Vanderbilt International Researchers Alliance will host annual symposium highlighting international research, inclusion, and stories
VIRAL will highlight the work and stories of the university’s international researcher community during its second annual symposium. The platform is for international students to discuss research, inclusion, and personal experiences. Read MoreFeb. 6, 2024
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Marnett lab intern selected as top scholar in prestigious Regeneron competition
High school student Benjamin Gordon, former Marnett lab intern, has been named a top scholar in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2024, the oldest science and math competition for high school seniors in the U.S. Read MoreJan. 25, 2024
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Celebrating recent appointments and promotions in Basic Sciences
We extend congratulations to our many community members who were recently promoted or received new appointments. These individuals significantly enrich our pursuit of pathbreaking research and contribute to the growth and success of our school. Read MoreJan. 24, 2024
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Torres becomes first Vanderbilt graduate student to receive AAC&U’s Future Leaders Award
In addition to her laboratory research and academic successes, Ph.D. candidate Teresa Torres works to promote DEI at Vanderbilt, which has earned her the AAC&U’s K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award. She is the first Vanderbilt graduate student to receive this award. Read MoreJan. 19, 2024