OPEN WIDE. Jeffrey Green practices his toothbrushing technique on a stuffed alligator on Friday at a Teddy Bear Clinic, part of "Give Kids a Smile" day, sponsored by the School of Dental Medicine. Jeffrey is assisted by Kristin Bender, who will begin studies at the dental school in the fall. During the annual event, the school opens its clinics for free treatment for children who do not have access to dental care. More than 500 children took part this year. (Photo: Nancy J. Parisi)
UB, Pfizer create strategic alliance
The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences today announced a "strategic alliance" with Pfizer Inc. that will provide up to $7.5 million toward development at UB of a Center of Excellence in Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, and support training and research in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. » Full Story
Major diet study finds little effect on chronic disease in women
The nearly decade-long dietary-modification trial of the national Women's Health Initiative, which tested the effect of a diet low in total fat and high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, showed that that diet had no statistically significant effect on rates of breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and stroke. » Full Story
Faculty Senate passes code of conduct. The Faculty Senate on Tuesday approved a seven-page guide to professional behavior for UB faculty members.
Yoga part of eating-disorder therapy. UB faculty member Catherine Cook-Cottone has developed a new method of treating individuals who suffer from eating disorders that incorporates yoga, as well as journaling and other types of therapy, as part of regular counseling sessions.
Health care focus of Keefe's work. Robert Keefe, who joined the faculty of the School of Social Work in August, specializes in assessing disparities in health and access to health care.
Diversity Film Series to be held. "Crash," a film that twists preconceived stereotypes of varied races and ethnicities up and down class lines, will be the first offering in the Diversity Film Series, a monthly screening of films that spotlight diversity.
Building hope in New Orleans. Students from the School of Architecture and Planning have returned from a trip to help survivors of Hurricane Katrina and are amazed by the resilience of the human spirit.
Program encourages civic discussion. "Reading Between the Lines for Adults," an evolving state and national program designed to encourage informed civic discussion, began this week and will run through May.
Border station architecture. A traveling exhibition showcasing border station architecture, an emerging building type, is on display in the James Dyett Gallery in the School of Architecture and Planning.
Anderson Gallery receives gifts. The UB Anderson Gallery has received the archive and seven works of art by the late artist and UB alumnus Allan D'Arcangelo.
New generation must lead. Political commentator Tavis Smiley, speaking at UB's 30th annual Martin Luther King Commemoration Event on Friday, urged a new generation of leaders to take up the legacy of the nation's great civil-rights activists.