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April 2, 2017
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Jennifer F. Tseng, MD, MPH, Appointed as Chief and Chair of Surgery

She is an accomplished leader and an outstanding surgeon with a record of significant academic achievements. Her appointment is effective July 1.

Daniel Alford to Receive National Award from American College of Physicians

Professor of Medicine and Assistant Dean of Continuing Medical Education Daniel P. Alford, MD, MPH, FACP, has been recognized for Distinguished Contributions to Behavioral Medicine.
Four Students Chosen as Massachusetts Medical Society Scholars for 2017

Congratulations to Nadeem Abou-Arraj, Veronica A. Faller, Robert McInnis and Priya I. Shankar!
Veronica Faller Receives Scholar of the Year Award from Philippine Medical Association

The fourth-year student was recognized for her exceptional talent and academic accomplishments.
New Research Finds Method for Generating Airway Cells from Stem Cells

A new approach for growing and studying cells could lead to curing lung diseases through "personalized medicine."
Study Demonstrates How Zika Virus Rewires and Repurposes Invaded Cells

Corresponding author Esther Bullitt, PhD, associate professor of physiology and biophysics explains that this may lead to the development of new vaccines and treatments.

Boston Global Surgery Symposium: Inspiring the Next Generation of Global Surgeons

The conference was attended by 200 students and residents, health researchers from the United Nations, and live-streamed by over 19,000 people from 37 different countries.
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Nominations for Faculty Council Representative Due April 25

The University's Faculty Council has eight open slots to be filled. Nominate yourself or a colleague by Tuesday, April 25.
 
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Art Days 2017

Monday-Tuesday, April 3-4
Instructional Building, Hiebert Lounge
Receptions both days at 3 p.m.

E njoy artworks of all mediums by medical campus faculty, staff and students.
Please visit the  calendar  for a full listing of grand rounds, lectures and events for this week.
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April 10: Staff Appreciation Event

Monday, April 10
Noon-2 p.m.
Instructional Building, L110

BUSM students would like to thank staff members for their hard work throughout the year in supporting their medical school experience. Celebrate with snacks and refreshments!

Contact Chase Khan with any questions. 
April 18: Provost Workshop Global Health Roundtable

Tuesday, April 18
3-5 p.m.
Instructional Building, Hiebert Lounge

Medical Campus faculty, postdocs, students and staff working on Global Health research are invited to a roundtable to explore synergistic and networking opportunities.

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May 5: Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony and Luncheon

Friday, May 5
1:30 p.m.
Instructional Building, Hiebert Lounge

The inaugural Distinguished Alumni Awards Luncheon will recognize Nicole Gibran, MD, FACS '85 for her career in Surgery and Kevin Tracey, MD '83 for his contributions to Immunology and Neuroscience. 
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