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Green thinking – nine ways to cut down on waste

Think green by helping to reduce the amount of waste produced by following these nine helpful tips.

A young mother’s story of becoming a “cervivor”

How a battle with cervical cancer channeled one mother’s passion for advocacy.

Student-led gathering on social justice advocacy for Alabama college students is Jan. 24 at UAB

Students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of social justice issues and what they can do to get involved on their campuses.

Evolution nutritionist set to speak at UAB’s eighth annual Darwin Day

Smithsonian research scientist will speak about ancient nutrition evolution at Darwin Day.

O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center receives record-breaking $1.05 million donation from BCRFA

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama has donated a total of $9.7 million to the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1996.

Pathogenic Alzheimer’s disease cascade is activated by faulty norepinephrine signaling

Study points to a potential immediate treatment for this devastating disease.

New program addresses lack of access to sports programs for Birmingham sixth graders

This project is supported by a two-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health and Office on Women’s Health.

Huntsville Hospital, UAB partner to expand health insurance options for seniors

Huntsville Hospital Health System and University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System have agreed to a partnership that seeks to expand health insurance options for seniors and others.

Legendary pianist Ann Schein to perform Jan. 26 for UAB Piano Series

Schein, dubbed “one of the premier Chopin pianists of our time,” will perform an all-Chopin program for her UAB Piano Series performance.

U.S. News awards high rankings to UAB’s online programs

Online programs in education, MBA and business make significant gains in “Best” Online Programs rankings.

UAB named Center of Excellence in Guillain-Barré Syndrome

UAB is named one of 44 centers of excellence worldwide for Guillain-Barré Syndrome.

WBHM, NPR and StoryCorps invite Birmingham to take “One Small Step” across the political divide Feb. 7

Join WBHM for this history-making night as Birmingham charts a path forward for our city, our state and our country with “One Small Step: A Night of Courageous Conversation.”

‘MLK’s Beloved Community’ joins UAB and Birmingham for day of service

Volunteers from UAB and the city of Birmingham will join in service Monday, Jan. 20, to honor Martin Luther King Jr.

Alabama’s first proton therapy center ready to open

UAB and Proton International open the first proton therapy center for cancer treatment in Alabama.

Sleckman begins role as O’Neal Cancer Center director, highlights its clinical trials, targeted therapies

UAB and Proton International open the first proton therapy center for cancer treatment in Alabama.

Williams receives National Cancer Institute fellowship

Williams’ research focuses on measuring and understanding cancer-related financial hardship.

Saag named an editor of the journal, AIDS

A renowned UAB HIV/AIDS researcher and physician has been named editor of a prominent peer-reviewed journal.

Pate named Optometric Educator of the Year by the Alabama Optometric Association

Pate has received a milestone teaching award from the Alabama state optometric association.

Individuals impacted by cancer are invited to participate in “Raising Our Voices” with Stuart Pimsler Dance Theater at UAB

Information sessions for people to share their experiences will be at noon and 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, at UAB’s Alys Stephens Center.

Honors College student wins prestigious national award

Ava Michl was awarded first place in the Social and Behavioral Sciences category at the National Collegiate Honors Council Awards ceremony.