Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation Grand Rounds: Brain-Computer Interfaces with Nataliya Kosmyna, Ph.D.
Written by Emily Liming Johns
The Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation held a Grand Rounds presentation with speaker Nataliya Kosmyna, Ph.D., research scientist at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), on Thursday, August 31.
The Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation connects with extended reality network in Alabama
Written by Emily Liming Johns
The Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation, along with other UAB entities, recently attended a virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in Huntsville, Alabama hosted by the VR/AR Association, an international organization designed to foster collaboration between spatial computing solution providers and end-users. The event, Making the Connection: VR and AR in Alabama, highlighted the extended reality (XR) industry in Alabama.
Sudden cardiac arrest in youth and young athletes: Signs, resources, and prevention
Written by Shawna Masters
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening event that can happen unexpectedly to anyone, including young individuals. Unlike a heart attack, SCA occurs when the heart suddenly stops functioning, leading to unconsciousness and cessation of breathing. It's crucial to recognize the signs, understand the risks, and be prepared to take action, especially in sports and other high-risk settings.
Women in Medicine month, Part 1: Moving forward together
Written by UAB Heersink School of Medicine News
Women in Medicine Month, observed throughout September, serves as a timely reminder of the invaluable contributions that women physicians, biomedical scientists, educators, and health care professionals have made to the field of medicine.
Nine Heersink staff selected for inaugural Dean’s Excellence Awards for Staff
Written by Kelsi Lindemann
Heersink School of Medicine is proud to announce nine staff members have been selected as the inaugural Dean’s Excellence Awards for Staff winners.
Daniel announced as senior executive officer for Finance and Administration
Written by Jane Longshore
As part of Heersink School of Medicine’s Medical Student Services, the Academic Success Program provides personal, professional, and educational support to UAB medical students. Each semester, the Academic Success team invites students to participate in the variety of tutoring and learning services they offer. Students have access to the program all four years of medical school.
Jose O. Maximo, Ph.D., scientist in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology, received the 2023 Young Alumni Rising Star Award from the UAB National Alumni Society.