September 26, 2007
Topics at a glance...Inaugural Science Teacher Symposia...Student Association General Assembly...EOHS Research Seminar...Center for Nursing Research Seminar...Human Genetics Seminar...CNRC Seminar...2007 Faculty Honors Convocation...2007 Fun Fest...Innovations in Health Science Education Conference...UTHSC-H Research Day...TSOPHE Conference...Task Force on Access to Health Care in Texas...2007 SPH Career and Practicum Fair...Global Health Faculty Retreat...Dietetic Internship Open House...AIHA Texas Health & Safety Conference...NIH Loan Repayment Program...SPH Events Calendar
Inaugural Science Teacher Symposia
Wednesday, September 26, 2007, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Rice University, Keck Hall 102
Dr. Mauro Ferrari will be presenting a lecture on nanotechnology for K-16 science teachers. Nanotechnology is a multidisciplinary field, which covers a vast & diverse array of devices. Dr. Ferrari will describe some of these devices including nanovectors, nanowires, & nanocantilevers which can provide essential break-throughs in the fight against cancer. (Lecture is open to community). Please contact Nancy Benedict at 713-500-9274 or Nancy.Benedict@uth.tmc.edu for more information.
SPH Student Association General Assembly
Thursday, September 27, 2007, 12:00 - 1:15 pm, RAS Auditorium
Come meet the new Executive Board. Share your concerns and join a committee. Free lunch!
EOHS Research Seminar Series
Friday, September 28, 2007, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, RAS 102B
Thomas Wiese, Ph.D., will present “Nuclear Receptor Specificity of the Isomers and Enantiomers of Typical Endocrine Disrupting Pesticides” Dr. Wiese's research on endocrine disruptors has primarily focused on pesticides, industrial chemicals and compounds from plants that are components of dietary supplements (phytochemicals). A particular interest is the different receptor mediated effects of the individual enantiomers of chiral xenobiotics. Free lunch for first 50 attendees. For additional information please contact Maria Arias at (713) 500-9266 maria.arias@uth.tmc.edu.
Center for Nursing Research Seminar
Friday, September 28, 2007, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, SON 508
Janet Meininger, PhD, RN, FAAN, Lee & J.D. Jamail Distinguished Professor, Nursing Systems, UTHSC-H School of Nursing, will present: "Prevalence of Overweight, Central Adiposity, and Hypertension in School-Age Children."
Human Genetics Center Seminar
Monday, October 1, 2007, 3:30 pm, RAS E505
Taylor Maxwell, PhD, Assistant Professor, Human Genetics Center, Division of Epidemiology, “Factors shaping the structure of local genetic variation and their implications for association studies” For more information contact Sara Barton at 713-500-9812, Sara.A.Barton@uth.tmc.edu
Children's Nutrition Research Seminar Series
Thursday, October 4, 2007, 8:30 - 9:30 am, CNRC Howland Auditorium
Jason Mendoza, MD, MPH, Assistant PRofessor of Pediatrics, USDA/ARS CNRC and Academic General Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine will present, "The Walking School Bus Program: Implementation and Evaluation." For more information call 713-798-7164.
2007 Faculty Honors Convocation
Thursday, October 4, 2007, 4:00 pm, Fayez S. Sarofim Research Building, Robertson Auditorium
Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to attend this unique event honoring HSC faculty for their achievements. A number of SPH faculty are being honored at this year's event, so please make plans to attend to support and honor your colleagues.
2007 Annual Fun Fest
Friday, October 5, 2007 2:00 - 6:00 pm, TMC Hornberger Conference Center
Sponsored by: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Free to faculty, staff, fellows, residents and students. Hawaiian Luau is this year's theme. Delicious food, soft drinks, good music and a great get-together time await you. Also, there are chances to win great door prizes and bid at the silent auction.
Volunteers are needed in many areas. Contact: Rose.M.Betancourt-Trevino, 713-500-3209, to find out more. Email:Rose.M.Betancourt-Trevino@uth.tmc.edu
Innovations in Health Science Education Conference
Thursday-Friday, October 11th & 12th, 2007, Austin, TX
An annual "Innovations in Health Science Education" conference is sponsored by the six health science campuses within The University of Texas System. The meeting is held in Austin on the first or second Thursday and Friday of October. Each meeting includes nationally-recognized invited speakers together with local participants. Although organized and sponsored by the University of Texas System, all those interested in health science education are invited to attend.
Invited speakers for October 2007 included: Kenneth I. Shine, MD,
Executive Vice-Chancellor for Health Affairs,
The University of Texas System; and Lee Taft, JD, MDiv,
Connecting With Integrity. For more information go to http://www.utsystem.edu/academy/hse/conferences/conferences.htm.
EOHS Research Seminar Series
Friday, October 12, 2007, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, RAS W102B
Zhi-Dong Jiang, M.D., will present, “Host-Enteric Microbe Interaction” The seminar will present the methodological issues in obtaining useful epidemiologic data; the concept of injury as a disease and the relationship between the agent (mechanical energy from a blast), the human host, and its interplay with the environment; the issues related to triage, management during hospitalization, and resource utilization after a blast; and the current epidemiologic data related to morbidity and mortality. Zhi-Dong Jiang, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Center for Infectious Disease at the University of Texas School of Public Health. Dr. Jiang has devoted her efforts to the preservation of public health, specifically in the area of infectious diseases. This presentation is scheduled to take place at the School of Public Health in Room 102B on Friday, October 12th, 2007, 12–1:00 pm. Free Lunch for first 50 attendees. For additional information please contact Maria Arias at (713) 500-9266 maria.arias@uth.tmc.edu.
UTHSC-H Research Day 2007 - SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, October 19, 2007
New Pathways to Discovery - Leaders in Innovation. Student and Postdoc Poster Sessions. Abstract Registration opens August 1, 2007. For details and registration go to UTHSC-H Research Day.
Texas Society for Public Health Education's Fall Conference
October 19-20, 2007
Theme: Working Smarter - Not Harder - Professional Preparation and Development.
Please go to the link below for information about the conference: http://www.tsophe.org/events.htm. CHES credits and certificates of attendance for non-CHES attendees will be provided.
Task Force on Access to Health Care in Texas
Monday, October 22, 2007, J.J. Pickle Research Campus, UT Austin
The next meeting of the Task Force on Access to Health Care in Texas will take place in Austin, Texas on the morning of October 22, 2007. The meeting will be held at the Commons Conference Center, located on the J. J. Pickle Research Campus of The University of Texas at Austin. The Task Force will update you on progress of its 2006 report: CODE RED: The Critical Condition of Health in Texas.
This Task Force public meeting will begin with registration at 8AM, and will conclude by 12:30PM, when the Task Force members will take all issues addressed into consideration and begin their deliberations on those topics raised. More information will follow soon, but please SAVE THE DATE!!
2007 School of Public Health Career and Practicum Fair
Wednesday, October 24, 2007, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, RAS W-102 A&B and Lobby
Graduating? Considering career options? Looking for a practicum? If so, please join us for the 2007 Career & Practicum Fair. Sites from a wide range of public and private sector settings will be present to meet one on one with students to discuss employment and practicum opportunities. Students are encouraged to bring their resumes to the event. Sponsored by the Office of Student Affairs and the Office of Public Health Practice. For more information contact: Pantheia Evans, Office of Student Affairs, (713) 500-9024, Pantheia.Evans@uth.tmc.edu or Alison M. Gregg, Office of Public Health Practice, (713) 500-9165, Alison.M.Gregg@uth.tmc.edu
Global Health Concentration Faculty Retreat
Friday, October 26, 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Jesse Jones Library
Dietetic Internship and Advanced Degree Program Open House
Friday, October 26, 2007, 3:00 - 5:00 pm, RAS 102B
The Dietetic Internship and Advanced Degree Program at the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Advancement of Healthy Living invite interested students to attend an open house to learn about the Dietetic Internship Program, Affiliation Sites; and the SPH and DI Admissions process. Meet and talk current interns and SPH students. RSVP to Ann-Marie.Hedberg@uth.tmc.edu by October 25, 2007. Visit the website for more information at http://www.sph.uth.tmc.edu/.
AIHA Texas Health & Safety Conference:
Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professionals’ Role in Community Emergency Preparedness
Friday - Sunday, October 26 – 28, 2007, Radisson Downtown Market Square, San Antonio, Texas
Are you up to date on your role in community emergency preparedness? Would you like some review? Do you want to talk specifics with the experts and your colleagues in a “What would you do” atmosphere? Do you need ABIH CM points? The AIHA Texas Health & Safety Conference will provide the opportunity to revitalize your knowledge and invigorate you as a professional. Keynote Speaker: Richard Dean Wingo, Assistant Regional Administrator, OSHA Region VI. Discount registration fee for students! Please visit http://www.sph.uth.tmc.edu/swcoeh/default.asp?id=2061 to access the course brochure, keynote information and course agenda, or contact Vickie Mason for more information or to register: (713) 500-9451, toll free (866) 394-8700, or Vickie.L.Mason@uth.tmc.edu.
NIH Loan Repayment Program - New Cycle Opening for 2008
The NIH Loan Repayment Program application cycle for fiscal year 2008 is currently open. The deadline for applicants to submit their online application is December 1, 2007. The NIH LRP is designed to assist individuals pursuing careers in biomedical and behavioral research. Detailed information on these programs can be found at http://www.lrp.nih.gov.
SPH Events Calendar
Check out lectures, seminars and other events happening at the School of Public Health
at the online Calendar of Events.
