BRET News
New CBMS Supplemental Grant Aims to Enhance Laboratory Safety Practices
Jun. 25, 2024—Given the occurrence of tragic accidents and near-misses at research institutions across the country, cultivating a culture of laboratory safety in academic institutions has been a pressing concern for governmental funding agencies. Thanks to a training grant supplement from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences awarded last year, Vanderbilt campus partners collaborated to execute...
NSF names 9 Biomedical Science Trainees as 2024 Graduate Research Fellows
Jun. 25, 2024—The prestigious fellowship program assists exceptional graduate students pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees across various fields, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, STEM education and social sciences supported by NSF. Since its inception in 1952, the NSF GRFP has been a cornerstone of support for graduate students, providing financial aid through a $37,000 annual stipend...
Alumni Profile: Sonja Fulmer, PhD
May. 29, 2024—Meet Sonja Fulmer, PhD’14, a graduate of Chemical and Physical Biology Program who is now the deputy director of the Digital Health Center of Excellence in the Center for Devices and Radiological Health at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
2024 Commencement Highlights
May. 16, 2024—Vanderbilt University School of Medicine held its diploma-awarding ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Friday, May 10, 2024.
Vanderbilt students explore STEM policy in Washington, D.C.
May. 9, 2024—Three Vanderbilt graduate students traveled to Washington, D.C. for the Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering Workshop hosted by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
School of Medicine Basic Sciences Alum Q&A: Jennifer Zachry
Apr. 26, 2024—Basic Sciences sits down with alumna Jennifer Zachry, PhD’23, a graduate of the Department of Pharmacology who is now the director of business development at Orion Therapeutics.
Vanderbilt establishes the Linda Sealy Emerging Scholar Travel Award to honor mentor and DEI leader
Apr. 23, 2024—The new Linda Sealy Emerging Scholar Travel Award celebrates the scientific relationship between a mentor and trainee pair by providing them with $4,000 to attend a national conference in the trainee’s research field.
Fourteen biomedical sciences students receive 2024 Provost Pathbreaking Discovery Award
Apr. 10, 2024—By Marissa Shapiro, Office of the Dean of Basic Sciences Fourteen biomedical sciences students from across the School of Medicine Basic Sciences and the School of Medicine have been awarded the Provost Pathbreaking Discovery Award from the Graduate School. The 2024 awardees are: Darian Carroll, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics Marianne Casilio, Hearing and Speech Sciences...
Chazin named senior associate dean of biomedical research education and training
Mar. 28, 2024—Walter Chazin, Chancellor’s Chair in Medicine and professor of biochemistry and chemistry, has been named senior associate dean of biomedical research education and training. Kathleen Gould, Louise B. McGavock Chair, is stepping down from the role after 14 years with the BRET Office to return her focus to her researchprogram in the department of cell and developmental...
Ring Lights Available for Trainees
Mar. 21, 2024—The BRET Office now has Ring Lights available for Trainees to use! Ring Lights can be helpful tools for virtual interviews and meetings as they provide high quality lightning to your computer camera. Trainees are free to come to the BRET Office anytime Monday-Friday, between 9:00 am-5:00 pm to check out a Ring Light for...
Ted Retires from Vanderbilt!
Mar. 20, 2024—After starting his career at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and then time at MD Anderson in Houston, Ted returned to Vanderbilt and started his role in Finance and Administration with BRET in June 2016. In October 2018, Ted became the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration. Always known to arrive at the office very early...
Donate to 2024 Career Closet
Feb. 26, 2024—We are excited to announce the Graduate Career Closet, an event co-sponsored with the BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program, the Career Center, the Graduate School, and the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center that will be held on April 3-4, 2024. The Graduate Career Closet is an opportunity for students to receive free interview-ready clothes provided...
Event: Preparing for Tax Treaty Renewal and Tax Return Season
Feb. 5, 2024—The Vanderbilt International Tax Office and BRET International Trainee Support team are excited to host the 2nd part of the workshop on US taxes. The session titled “Preparing for tax treaty renewal & Tax return season” will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, from 11:30 am – 12:45 pm in Light Hall 411ABCD. This...
Stabile promoted to Director of Trainee Engagement and Well-being
Jan. 26, 2024—Associate Director of Trainee Well-being Dr. RC Stabile will become the Director of Trainee Engagement and Well-being in the Biomedical Research Education and Training (BRET) Office, effective February 1. Dr. Stabile serves the BRET trainee community by supporting their care needs and creating intentional opportunities to gather as a community. This role collaborates with various...
Lunch and Learn: Personal Finance and the Power of Investing
Jan. 17, 2024—The BRET Office is excited to announce the next virtual Lunch and Learn to host Jeremy Schneider. Jeremy is a successful entrepreneur and personal finance expert! After starting an internet company in college and selling it at the age of 34 for over $5M and retiring at 36, Jeremy has dedicated his life to teaching personal...