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Forbes: New research by Prof. Christine Rabinak and the Translational Neuropsychopharmacology Lab reveals why cannabis helps PTSD sufferersThe study looked at how cannabis use impacts the amygdala response of those dealing with trauma-related anxiety using three groups of participants – healthy controls who had not been exposed to trauma, trauma-exposed adults without PTSD and trauma-exposed adults with PTSD.
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CAPS offers virtual walk-in chats with counselor through 'Let's Talk' seriesStudents in the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences have the opportunity to access virtual walk-in sessions with University Counselor III Patricia Dixon through Let's Talk Zoom sessions, a program offered several times a month by Wayne State's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
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Mark Evely in the Conversation: When someone dies, what happens to the body?Mortuary Science Program Director Mark Evely in the Conversation: "Upwards of 2.8 million people die every year in the United States. As a funeral director who heads a university mortuary science program, I can tell you that while each individual’s life experiences are unique, what happens to a body after death follows a broadly predictable chain of events."
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Two Wayne State PT students win Mary Free Bed Minority ScholarshipTwo Wayne State University Doctor of Physical Therapy students – Aya Abusalah and Mario Suarez – were honored with the Mary Free Bed Minority Scholarship for 2020-21 for their commitment to serving diverse populations.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: College Research Day submissions due Sept. 23The 17th annual Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Research Day will be held virtually, with the keynote by James Thomas, PT, PhD, and student and faculty awards presented live on Zoom from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
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Shareable occupational therapy resources created by students now available onlineThe resources at this link were created by students in the Wayne State University Master of Occupational Therapy program. Community members, organizations and practitioners are invited to download them for personal or professional use. Sharing is encouraged!
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Get your mandatory flu shot at WSU Applebaum Sept. 14-17, Oct. 12-14All students, faculty and staff who will be coming to campus are mandated by Wayne State University to get their flu vaccination by October 15, 2020. The Campus Health Center will host flu clinics for all students, faculty and employees in the WSU Applebaum building at 259 Mack Ave. from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on September 14-17 and October 12-14.
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First- and second-year PharmD students encouraged to join learning communityA virtual orientation session takes place on Monday, September 21, for P1 and P2 PharmD students interested in getting support from peer mentors.
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Associate Prof. Wanqing Liu answers 5 questions on NAFLD, Type 2 diabetes and obesityA team of researchers, led by Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Wanqing Liu, set out to determine the association among nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity. Liu answered some questions for Gastroenterology Consultant about this research and its implications.
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Pharmacy students win ACCP infectious diseases trainee travel awardsWayne State University Doctor of Pharmacy students Ana Christine Belza (P3) and Caitlin Carron (P4) have both received the American College of Clinical Pharmacy Infectious Diseases PRN Trainee Travel Award under the direction of Professor of Pharmacy Practice Michael Rybak and postdoctoral infectious diseases outcomes fellow Sara Alosaimy.
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Moh Malek leading statistics workshop in Graduate School's professional development seriesAssociate Professor of Physical Therapy Moh Malek is teaching a three-session workshop, "Advanced Statistics and SPSS," as part of the Wayne State University Graduate School's fall professional development series.
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EACPHS staff members win 2020 Outstanding Academic Advising Team AwardEugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences academic service officers Moira Fracassa, Robert Hellar Jr., Jessica Pfeiffer and Shauna Reevers were selected to receive the Wayne State University Advisor Training Academy’s Outstanding Academic Advising Team Award for 2020. The award is given for compelling evidence of exemplary service at WSU and for the impact made on students through dedication, innovation and collaboration.
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NPR: 1997 alumnus Ozie Pye IV on Detroit memorial honoring the city's COVID-19 victimsDuring a Morning Edition story reported by WDET, 1997 mortuary science alumnus Ozie Pye IV says the citywide commemoration helps the community process the loss of more than 1,500 residents to COVID-19.
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Pharmacy alumnus encourages students to embrace hands-on education2015 PharmD graduate Selmir Mahmutovic says time spent volunteering at the pro bono DEW clinic and inspirational instruction from professors such as Hanley Abramson set him up for career success.
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Military experience keeps pathologists’ assistant student calm in the midst of chaos“As a noncommissioned officer, I had a leadership role with soldiers working under me,” said Madison Morrison. “I mentored and counseled them, and it gave me the skills I use now to build relationships with people and professors.”
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Heidi Wagner ’06 leads biobank’s shift in focus from cancer to COVID-19“I never imagined I’d be in the middle of a pandemic, sending my team to the front lines,” Wagner said. “The uncertainty of the situation is significant. I’ve made every effort to respect and accommodate everyone’s needs and personal situations.”
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Eugene Applebaum PharmD Leadership & Scholars Program announces second cohortFour third-year student pharmacists have been selected to participate in the 2020-2022 cohort of the the Eugene Applebaum PharmD Leadership & Scholars Program. Jacqueline Feist, Rola Hariri, Hassan Khatib and Lauren Krumm will take part in transformative leadership development activities offered by the program, and each will receive a $4,000 scholarship – as well as a $2,000 budget to complete a project that will advance community-ambulatory pharmacy.
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Dennis Parker becomes Fellow of American College of Critical Care MedicineWayne State University Associate Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice Dennis Parker has been accepted as a Fellow of the American College of Critical Care Medicine (FCCM). The rigorous application process considers educational background, practice experience, demonstration of outstanding leadership and productivity, and commitment to the ideals and practice of multiprofessional critical care.
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Nominations open for EACPHS Faculty Research Recognition AwardsThe Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has opened nominations for the annual EACPHS Research Recognition Awards to recognize faculty talent. The deadline to nominate is Wednesday, Sept. 16, and winners will be announced at Research Day on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
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Kyle Burghardt earns ACCP New Investigator AwardWayne State University Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice Kyle Burghardt has been honored with the 2020 New Investigator Award from the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP). He will be recognized during the organization's annual meeting in October.
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Pathologists’ assistant program earns one of four WSU Assessment GrantsThe grant will expand the features of recently upgraded pathologists' assistant bone pathology and dissection lab in the Mortuary Science Building, adding a specific assessment instrument in the clinical year to determine the efficacy of the new laboratory module simulations, and how students are implementing, correlating and translating the new skill set to the clinical setting.
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Jamie McQueen featured in PAEA article on welcoming students to virtual learning environmentThe Physician Assistant Education Association presented a series of articles about admissions in the time of COVID-19. Assistant Clinical Professor and Director of Academics and Assessment Jamie McQueen is featured in "Virtual Matriculation: Welcoming New Students to 'Campus'."
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APTA podcast series on diversity in the physical therapy profession features Wayne State students, alumni and facultyThe APTA MI Waves podcast features WSU Applebaum alumna Andrea Moore, a senior physical therapist at the DMC; the second features DPT student and Class of 2021 Vice President Bana Odeh, who discusses her own journey and how she plans to help the Muslim community.
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Q&A with Amanda Bryant-Friedrich, new dean of the Graduate School and professor of pharmaceutical sciencesAmanda Bryant-Friedrich came to Wayne State from the University of Toledo, where she served as dean of the College of Graduate Studies, vice provost for graduate affairs, and a professor of medicinal and biological chemistry in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
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From bad to worse: Pharmacy professors address opioid epidemic intensified by the coronavirus“The opioid epidemic and the coronavirus pandemic are colliding,” said Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice Victoria Tutag Lehr. “We’re faced with significant stressors ranging from people losing their jobs to anxiety and depression exacerbated by isolation.”
