May 24, 2023

National Stroke Awareness Month


While each individual may experience different stroke symptoms, the ones below are most common. Time is crucial when treating and recovering from a stroke. Learn how you can act F.A.S.T. to identify the warning signs of a stroke.


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Rutgers’ Leading Role in the Fight Against Climate Change


President Jonathan Holloway talks to CBS News about why the university made the right decision to divest from fossil fuels.


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Researchers to Provide Antibody Testing to Help Study Long COVID in Children  


The testing is being done as part of Rutgers' participation in the NIH RECOVER Initiative dedicated to understanding COVID-19 and exploring why some people develop persistent symptoms.


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The Princeton Pulse - NEW EPISODE


This episode titled "Why Millions of Americans May Lose Their Health Insurance" spotlights health insurance in the U.S. – and why an estimated 15 million Medicaid enrollees are at risk of losing their health insurance coverage and access to care.


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Upcoming Events
Funding Opportunities

REACH Community-Academic Grants Program is NOW OPEN


The REACH Community-Academic Grants Program comprises two funding categories:

1. Community Impact Grants will fund projects focused on positively impacting the community in a demonstrable way through an evidence-based strategy for change.

2. Research Seed Grants will fund projects that have the potential to advance knowledge and identify new evidence-based strategies for change.


Click here to view the full RFP and eligibility criteria.


Click here to review the application site and apply.

Proposal Submission Deadline: Monday, June 5, 2023


Click here to learn more about REACH.

Community Resources

New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub: The State of New Jersey has put together a list of resources about the COVID-19 virus including testing sites, signs and symptoms, and FAQs about social services. 


Visit New Jersey’s COVID-19 Vaccine Registration site to pre-register for the vaccine. New Jersey's Covid-19 Vaccine Appointment Call Center can be reached at 855-568-0545.

New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science

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