October 2015

UMB In the News

November 4, 2015
Get Well Sooner

Chris D'Adamo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Dr. Oz The Good Life story "Get Well Sooner." Oct. 19

October 30, 2015
Biotech Stocks to bet on: Baxalta Inc(NYSE:BXLT), Relypsa Inc(NASDAQ:RLYP), Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(NASDAQ:ALXN)

Matthew Weir of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Biotech Stocks to bet on: Baxalta Inc(NYSE:BXLT), Relypsa Inc(NASDAQ:RLYP), Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(NASDAQ:ALXN)" on Wallstreetpoint.com. Oct. 30

October 30, 2015
Joe Surkiewicz: At 25, PBRC celebrates the new face of pro bono

Clinton Bamberger of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "Joe Surkiewicz: At 25, PBRC celebrates the new face of pro bono" in the Daily Record. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Keeping the faith near Baltimore’s Lexington Market

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the article, "Keeping the faith near Baltimore’s Lexington Market," in the Daily Record. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Death rate of Kenyan HIV positive adolescents rises

Sylvia Ojoo of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Death rate of Kenyan HIV positive adolescents rises" on Standardmedia.co.ke. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Die Lady mit der Lampe

Philip Mackowiak of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Die Lady mit der Lampe" in SpringerMedizin.at. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Sherwin-Williams Develops Bacteria-Killing Paint to Help Fight Hospital Infections

Anthony Harris of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Sherwin-Williams Develops Bacteria-Killing Paint to Help Fight Hospital Infections" on ABCnewsradioonline.com, ABCnews.go.com, KGO-AM, and WJBDradio.com. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
University of Maryland prepares to treat first cancer patients at new proton center

William Regine and Minesh Mehta of the School of Medicine were interviewed for the article "University of Maryland prepares to treat first cancer patients at new proton center" on DOTmed.com and Medicalphysicsweb.org. Oct. 30

October 30, 2015
Salem witch gets protective order against warlock

Danielle Citron of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Salem witch gets protective order against warlock" on CBSNews.com. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Biomecite Diagnostics, LLC Enrolls Patients in Proof of Concept Study

The University of Maryalnd, Baltimore was quoted in the story "Biomecite Diagnostics, LLC Enrolls Patients in Proof of Concept Study" on PRNewswire , in BioSpace and in the Baltimore Business Journal. Oct. 30

October 30, 2015
Relypsa Announces Data for Veltassa (patiromer) to be Presented at ASN Kidney Week 2015

Matthew Weir of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Reuters story "Relypsa Announces Data for Veltassa (patiromer) to be Presented at ASN Kidney Week 2015," and a similar story on WallStreetPoint.com and PharmiWeb.com. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Sherwin-Williams Develops Bacteria-Killing Paint to Help Fight Hospital Infections

Anthony Harris of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Sherwin-Williams Develops Bacteria-Killing Paint to Help Fight Hospital Infections" on ABC News, WBAL-AM, and Realty Today. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Newly developed cell transplantation delivery method could treat traumatic brain injury

Paul Yarowsky of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Newly developed cell transplantation delivery method could treat traumatic brain injury" on Medical Xpress, NewsMedical FierceMedicalDevices and Medical News Today. Oct. 30

October 30, 2015
Upcoming live webisode: “Behavioral Health Concerns in Classrooms”

Kimberly Becker of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Upcoming live webisode: “Behavioral Health Concerns in Classrooms.” Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
American Academy of Pediatrics Urges Screening for Childhood Hunger

Erin Hager of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "American Academy of Pediatrics Urges Screening for Childhood Hunger" on conduitstreet.mdcounties.org. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
Lowe’s cancer research gets significant boost

Henry Lowe of the School of Medicine was featured in the article "Lowe’s cancer research gets significant boost" in the Jamaica Observer. Oct. 29

October 30, 2015
For At-Risk Kids, Mentors Provide Far More Than Just Homework Help

The School of Social Work was mentioned in the article "For At-Risk Kids, Mentors Provide Far More Than Just Homework Help" on National Public Radio. Oct. 30

October 30, 2015
For UM, doctor believes he has solved the mystery of Oliver Cromwell's death

Philip Mackowiak of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "For UM, doctor believes he has solved the mystery of Oliver Cromwell's death" in The Baltimore Sun and Stars and Stripes. Oct. 30

October 29, 2015
Medicine Access Roundtable Solidifies UMB-Malawi Ties

Doug Colbert, Rebecca Bowman-Rivas, and Virginia Rowthorn of the School of Law were quoted, and Diane Hoffmann, Peter Danchin, and Leslie Meltzer Henry of the School of Law were mentioned in the article "Medicine Access Roundtable Solidifies UMB-Malawi Ties" on UMB News. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Children's Behavioral Health Aided by Award to UM SSW

Richard P. Barth, Michelle Zabel, Michael Woolley, Jodi Jacobson Frey, and Bronwyn Mayden of the School of Social Work were quoted, and Deborah Harburger, Ryan Shanahan, Elizabeth Greeno, and Tanya Sharpe were mentioned in the article, "Children's Behavioral Health Aided by Award to UM SSW," on UMB News. Oct. 29

October 29, 2015
The elusive “potential” of integrative medicine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "The elusive “potential” of integrative medicine" on Science-Based Medicine. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Missing Out On Valuable Nutrients by Going Gluten Free?

Pam Cureton of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Missing Out On Valuable Nutrients by Going Gluten Free?" on Supermarket Guru. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
'Business Courts' Take on Complex Corporate Conflicts

Michelle Harner of the School of Law was quoted in the article "'Business Courts' Take on Complex Corporate Conflicts" on Routefifty.com. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Having trouble finding a primary care doc? Here’s what med schools are doing about it.

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the Washington Post Magazine story "Having trouble finding a primary care doc? Here’s what med schools are doing about it." Oct. 29

October 29, 2015
What We Learned from the Atkins Diet, the Shake Weight, and 9 Other Health Trends of the Past

Pamela Peeke of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Shape magazine story "What We Learned from the Atkins Diet, the Shake Weight, and 9 Other Health Trends of the Past." October 2015

October 29, 2015
The Nocebo Effect: Are Your Beliefs Making You Sick?

Luana Colloca of the School of Nursing and the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "The Nocebo Effect: Are Your Beliefs Making You Sick?" in US News & World Report. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Vaccines for nosocomial infections

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Vaccines for nosocomial infections" on ddn-news.com. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
The Lone Star Tick May Be Spreading A New Disease Across America

Stephen Dumler of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "The Lone Star Tick May Be Spreading A New Disease Across America" on Capital Public Radio, National Public Radio, and KTOO.org. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
States Set Up 'Business Courts' for Corporate Conflicts

Michelle Harner of the School of Law was quoted in the article "States Set Up 'Business Courts' for Corporate Conflicts" on Governing. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Astellas, ClearPath launch vaccines firm aimed at healthcare-associated infections

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Astellas, ClearPath launch vaccines firm aimed at healthcare-associated infections" on Fierce Vaccines. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Judge orders Maryland universities to pay $1.6M back to students after tuition dispute

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "Judge orders Maryland universities to pay $1.6M back to students after tuition dispute" in the Times-Post. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Aberdeen Military Blimp Update: Unmanned Aircraft On The Loose In Maryland, Pennsylvania

Michael Greenberger of the School of Law and the Center for Health and Homeland Security was quoted in the story "Aberdeen Military Blimp Update: Unmanned Aircraft On The Loose In Maryland, Pennsylvania" on The International Business Times. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
University of Maryland works to commercialize two scientific discoveries

Eric Sundberg of the Institute of Human Virology was mentioned and Phil Robilotto of UM Ventures was quoted in the article "University of Maryland works to commercialize two scientific discoveries" on Reuters, BioSpace, Drug Discovery and Development, PharmaVoice blog, and The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
A Search for Better Hearing-Loss Treatments

Ronna Hertzano of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "A Search for Better Hearing-Loss Treatments" on thirdage.com. Oct. 28

October 29, 2015
Family affairs with Susan Hetherington

Richard Lichenstein of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Family affairs with Susan Hetherington" on abc.net.au. Oct. 28

October 28, 2015
How dozens of Maryland college students won $1.6M in tuition refunds

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "How dozens of Maryland college students won $1.6M in tuition refunds" in the Baltimore Sun. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
UM Baltimore Grants Glycocept Rights to a Technology Designed to Increase the Efficacy of Therapeutic Monoclonal Antibodies

Eric Sundberg of the School of Medicine was mentioned and Phil Robilotto of UM Ventures was interviewed for the article "UM Baltimore Grants Glycocept Rights to a Technology Designed to Increase the Efficacy of Therapeutic Monoclonal Antibodies" on Globenewswire.com. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Faces of Type 2: India Harris

The School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the article "Faces of Type 2: India Harris" on Diabetes Forecast. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Expansion of Lone Star Tick Tied to Rocky Mountain Fever

Christopher Plowe of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Expansion of Lone Star Tick Tied to Rocky Mountain Fever" on MedPage Today. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Driscoll Elected President of the American College of Prosthodontists

Carl Driscoll of the School of Dentistry was featured in the article "Driscoll Elected President of the American College of Prosthodontists " on Dentalaegis.com. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Stearns on the Constitutional Foundations of Statutory Standing

Max Stearns of the School of Law was featured in the article "Stearns on the Constitutional Foundations of Statutory Standing" on Legal Theory Blog. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Maryland universities must pay $1.6M in tuition dispute

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "Maryland universities must pay $1.6M in tuition dispute" on SFgate.com, The Baltimore Sun. , WBTV-TV, WCSC-TV, WSDL-FM, WRC-TV, KSL-TV, WUSA-TV, and The Houston Chronicle. Oct.27

October 28, 2015
The Accidental Victims of Online Harassment

Danielle Citron of the School of Law was quoted in the story "The Accidental Victims of Online Harassment" in Cosmopolitan. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Family affairs with Susan Hetherington

Richard Lichenstein of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Family affairs with Susan Hetherington" on blogs.abc.net.au. Oct. 28

October 28, 2015
University of Maryland School of Medicine Prepares to Treat First Cancer Patients at New Maryland Proton Treatment Center

William Regine and Minesh Mehta of the School of Medicine of the Maryland Proton Treatment Center and E. Albert Reece of the School of Medicine were quoted in the story "University of Maryland School of Medicine Prepares to Treat First Cancer Patients at New Maryland Proton Treatment Center" on  HealthCanal. - Oct. 28 Articles also appeared on SOM News and UMB News. - Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Educational & Scientific, LLC and University of Maryland, Baltimore Sign an Agreement to Develop and Commercialize Novel Treatment for Major Cancers

Henry Lowe of the School of Medicine and Joseph Bryant of the School of Medicine's Institute of Human Virology were featured and Phil Robilotto of UM Ventures was quoted in the story "Educational & Scientific, LLC and University of Maryland, Baltimore Sign an Agreement to Develop and Commercialize Novel Treatment for Major Cancers" on GlobeNewswire, seen on EIN News, Benzinga. Oct. 28 A similar article appeared in the Daily Record. Oct. 28

October 28, 2015
Expansion of Lone Star Tick Tied to Rocky Mountain Fever

Christopher Plowe of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Medpage Today story "Expansion of Lone Star Tick Tied to Rocky Mountain Fever." Oct. 28

October 28, 2015
Trigger happy?

The School of Medicine was featured in the story "Trigger happy?" on ACP Internist. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
The high cost of dying

Michael Mazzeffi of the School of Medicine authored the op-ed "The high cost of dying" in the Baltimore Sun. Oct. 27

October 28, 2015
Your Health - Breast Cancer

Susan Kesmodel and Steven Feigenberg of the School of Medicine and the University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center were featured in the Direct Connection episode "Your Health - Breast Cancer." Oct. 26

October 28, 2015
Cariprazine Joins Growing Group of Approved Antipsychotics

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Psychiatric News story "Cariprazine Joins Growing Group of Approved Antipsychotics." Oct. 16

October 28, 2015
Shock Trauma seeks to find ways to prolong lives of gunshot victims in cardiac arrest

Samuel Tisherman of the School of Medicine and the University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center was quoted in the story "Shock Trauma seeks to find ways to prolong lives of gunshot victims in cardiac arrest" on WBAL-TV. Oct. 27

October 27, 2015
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Mammograms & Screening Changes

Rhonda Silva of the UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center was interviewed for the Marc Steiner Show program, "Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Mammograms & Screening Changes," on WEAA-FM. steinershow.org - Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
MLSC awards set for Dec. 7

Maureen A. Sweeney of the School of Law was quoted in the story "MLSC awards set for Dec. 7," in the Daily Record. Oct. 26 

October 27, 2015
EPA official: Government regulation of algorithms is coming

Frank Pasquale of the School of Law was quoted in the article "EPA official: Government regulation of algorithms is coming" on Fed Scoop. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
Rite Aid makes statement by rebuilding in Baltimore

School of Pharmacy dean Natalie D. Eddington was mentioned in the article "Rite Aid makes statement by rebuilding in Baltimore" in Chain Drug Review. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
Nigeria: Hospital CMDs Tasked On Quality HIV Service Delivery

Man Charurat and Chinenye Ugoji, both of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine, were mentioned in the AllAfrica.com story "Nigeria: Hospital CMDs Tasked On Quality HIV Service Delivery." Similar stories ran on Pulse Nigeria and news24Nigeria. Oct. 27

October 27, 2015
Students Before Profits Award: Best Online Doctorates in Nursing Ranked by NonProfit Colleges Online

The School of Nursing was mentioned in the article "Students Before Profits Award: Best Online Doctorates in Nursing Ranked by NonProfit Colleges Online" on Reuters.com. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
Why NY attorney general is investigating broadband Internet speeds

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the story "Why NY attorney general is investigating broadband Internet speeds" in the Christian Science Monitor. Oct. 27

October 27, 2015
What really killed notorious English leader Oliver Cromwell?

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "What really killed notorious English leader Oliver Cromwell?" on Fox News Science, The Daily Mail, and Yahoo! Canada. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
EPA’s Greg Godbout: Internet of Things, Automated Tech Could Spur Regulation of Algorithms

Frank Pasquale of the School of Law was mentioned in the ExecutiveGov story "EPA’s Greg Godbout: Internet of Things, Automated Tech Could Spur Regulation of Algorithms." A similar story ran on FedScoop. Oct. 27

October 27, 2015
Drug makers accused of trying to hide test results

Peter Doshi of the School of Pharmacy was quoted in the Times story "Drug makers accused of trying to hide test results." Oct. 27 

October 27, 2015
ClearPath Development Launches Second Vaccine Company Under Strategic Partnership With Astellas Pharma

Alan Cross of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "ClearPath Development Launches Second Vaccine Company Under Strategic Partnership With Astellas Pharma" on BioSpace.com, DigitalJournal.com, Bloomberg News,  Investorpoint.com, FierceVaccines and Pipelinereview.com.Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
A Blueprint of Cell Development in the Inner Ear

Ronna Hertzano at the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "A Blueprint of Cell Development in the Inner Ear" in NIH Research Matters. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
AAMC Career Fair Focuses on Minority Doctors; Panel Explores Decline of Black Males in Medicine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "AAMC Career Fair Focuses on Minority Doctors; Panel Explores Decline of Black Males in Medicine" on WECT-TV. Oct. 21

October 27, 2015
Parenting Magazines Show Unsafe Behavior In Ads

Richard Lichenstein of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Parenting Magazines Show Unsafe Behavior In Ads" on InsideScience.org. Oct. 27

October 27, 2015
FDA approves Veltassa to treat hyperkalemia

Matthew Weir of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Formulary Journal story "FDA approves Veltassa to treat hyperkalemia." A similar story ran on WallStreetPoint.com. Oct. 26

October 27, 2015
Maryland universities must pay $1.6M in tuition dispute

The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the School of Law were mentioned in the Daily Record story, "Maryland universities must pay $1.6M in tuition dispute." An excerpt of the article appeared in the Baltimore Sun and on MarylandReporter.com. An Associated Press article ran on cbsbaltimore.com and WUSA9.com. Oct. 27 Daily Record - Oct. 26 

October 26, 2015
Jay A. Perman, MD 10/20/15

Jay A. Perman of the University of Maryland, Baltimore. delivered the commentary, "Jay A. Perman, MD 10/20/15," on WYPR.org. - Oct. 20

October 26, 2015
Biotech Stocks: Here’s Where to Get In- Gilead Sciences, Inc.(NASDAQ:GILD), MannKind Corporation(NASDAQ:MNKD), Relypsa Inc(NASDAQ:RLYP)

Matthew Weir of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Biotech Stocks: Here’s Where to Get In- Gilead Sciences, Inc.(NASDAQ:GILD), MannKind Corporation(NASDAQ:MNKD), Relypsa Inc(NASDAQ:RLYP)" on Wall Street Point. Oct. 25

October 26, 2015
How Mobile Health Tools Help Chronic Kidney Disease Patients

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "How Mobile Health Tools Help Chronic Kidney Disease Patients" on mhealthintelligence.com. Oct. 26

October 26, 2015
Tim McGraw performs benefit concert in Baltimore

Joseph Abzug of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Tim McGraw performs benefit concert in Baltimore" on WBAL-TV and WBAL Radio. Similar stories aired on WBFF-TV, WJZ-TV and WMAR-TV [no links available]. Oct. 24 

October 26, 2015
Nocturnal noshing: Studies look at how timing of snacks affects weight gain

Pamela Peeke of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Arkansas Online story "Nocturnal noshing: Studies look at how timing of snacks affects weight gain." Oct. 26

October 26, 2015
FSU to collaborate on suicide intervention program

The School of Social Work was mentioned in the article "FSU to collaborate on suicide intervention program" in the Tallahassee Democrat. Oct. 24

October 26, 2015
SSW-led Promise Heights Plays Role in Rite Aid Gift [of $10,000 to Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School]

Henriette Taylor of the School of Social Work was quoted in the Bronwyn Mayden of the School of Social Work was mentioned in the article "SSW-led Promise Heights Plays Role in Rite Aid Gift [of $10,000 to Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School]" on Africlassical.com. Oct. 24

October 26, 2015
Please do not dump more lost souls on our streets

Michael Pinard of the School of Law was interviewed for the article "Please do not dump more lost souls on our streets" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 24

October 26, 2015
Playgrounds play healing role in Baltimore neighborhoods

Bronwyn Mayden of the School of Social Work was interviewed for the article "Playgrounds play healing role in Baltimore neighborhoods" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 24

October 26, 2015
Pharmacy School Celebrates Reopening of Riot-Damaged Rite Aid

School of Pharmacy dean Natalie D. Eddington was mentioned in the article "Pharmacy School Celebrates Reopening of Riot-Damaged Rite Aid" in Pharmacy Times. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
Buddy System: Understanding Male Friendships

Geoffrey Greif of the School of  Social Work was interviewed for the program, "Buddy System: Understanding Male Friendships," on Psych Up Live. Oct. 22

October 26, 2015
Why do doctors take women's pain less seriously?

Diane Hoffmann of the School of Law and Anita Tarzian of the School of Nursing were quoted in the article "Why do doctors take women's pain less seriously?" on the Mother Nature Network. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
TIFR scientists come up with potential malaria vaccine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "TIFR scientists come up with potential malaria vaccine" on The Times of India. Oct. 22

October 26, 2015
What Really Killed Notorious English Leader Oliver Cromwell?

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "What Really Killed Notorious English Leader Oliver Cromwell?" on LiveScience. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
Dr. Carl F. Driscoll Elected President of the American College of Prosthodontists

Carl Driscoll of the School of Dentistry was featured in the article "Dr. Carl F. Driscoll Elected President of the American College of Prosthodontists" on Bloomberg News and ForexTV.com. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
WHO experts urge gradual rollout of malaria vaccine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "WHO experts urge gradual rollout of malaria vaccine" on cidrap.umn.edu. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
Doctors asked to join effort against childhood hunger

Erin Hager of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Doctors asked to join effort against childhood hunger" The Seattle Times, The Orange County Register, NYcitytoday.com, Immortal News, NorthernCalifornian.com, tribbleagency.com and The New York Times. Oct. 23

October 26, 2015
Roughly Speaking: Baltimore mayors race; update on HIV/AIDS treatments; Zurawik; fall soups

The Institute of Human Virology was mentioned in the article "Roughly Speaking: Baltimore mayors race; update on HIV/AIDS treatments; Zurawik; fall soups" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 23

October 23, 2015
Donald C. Fry: Med-Tech: Baltimore’s Next Big Win?

The commentary, "Donald C. Fry: Med-Tech: Baltimore’s Next Big Win?" on CenterMaryland.org referred to the University of Maryland, Baltimore. centermaryland.org - Oct. 22

October 23, 2015
Ask Sam the Science Man: Why do autumn leaves change color?

Shiladitya DasSarma of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Ask Sam the Science Man: Why do autumn leaves change color?" in the Mac Weekly. Oct. 23

October 23, 2015
What Really Killed Notorious English Leader Oliver Cromwell?

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "What Really Killed Notorious English Leader Oliver Cromwell?" on LiveScience.com. Oct. 23

October 23, 2015
College of Social Work to Collaborate on Evaluation of Suicide Interventions for Middle-Age Men

Jodi Jacobson Frey of the School of Social Work was quoted in the story "College of Social Work to Collaborate on Evaluation of Suicide Interventions for Middle-Age Men" on CapitalSoup.com and Newswise. Oct. 22

October 23, 2015
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research publishes paper on breakthrough in malaria vaccine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Tata Institute of Fundamental Research publishes paper on breakthrough in malaria vaccine" in The Economic Times of India. Oct. 22

October 23, 2015
Begini Caranya Jika Anda Stres di Kantor

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Begini Caranya Jika Anda Stres di Kantor" on bangka.tribunnews.com. Oct. 22

October 23, 2015
Pharmacists Bringing Patient Care Services to Capitol Hill

The School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the story "Pharmacists Bringing Patient Care Services to Capitol Hill" on Pharmacist.com and noodls.com. Oct. 20 

October 23, 2015
Doctors Looking For Way To Prolong Lives Of Gunshot Victims

The Associated Press story "Doctors Looking For Way To Prolong Lives Of Gunshot Victims" featured Thomas Scalea and Samuel Tisherman, both of the School of Medicine and the University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, and ran on WJZ-TV, WRC-TV, the Salisbury News, the Frederick News-Post and the Pendleton Times-Post. A similar article ran on foxbaltimore.com. Oct. 22

October 23, 2015
FDA Approves Veltassa To Treat Hyperkalemia

Matthew R. Weir of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story, "FDA Approves Veltassa To Treat Hyperkalemia," on Pharmacy Practice News. October

October 23, 2015
Brugada Syndrome: A Review of Perioperative Management For Anesthesiologists

Douglas Martz of the School of Medicine co-authored the article "Brugada Syndrome: A Review of Perioperative Management For Anesthesiologists" in Anesthesiology News. October 2015

October 23, 2015
Meenan Unveils ‘New Frontier for Innovation’

Christopher Meenan of the School of Medicine and Jay A. Perman of the University of Maryland, Baltimore were quoted and E. Albert Reece, James L. Hughes, and Phil Robilotto were mentioned in the UMB News story, "Meenan Unveils ‘New Frontier for Innovation’." UMB News - Oct. 22 

October 22, 2015
SSW-led Promise Heights Plays Role in Rite Aid Gift

Henriette Taylor of the School of Social Work was quoted and Rachel Donegan was mentioned in the article, "SSW-led Promise Heights Plays Role in Rite Aid Gift," on UMB News. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
TIFR scientists come up with potential malaria vaccine

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "TIFR scientists come up with potential malaria vaccine" in The Times of India. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
State board approves lease for west side redevelopment

UMB President Jay A. Perman was quoted in the article "State board approves lease for west side redevelopment" in The Daily Record. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
A Look at the Strong Legal Foundation of the Clean Power Plan

Robert Percival of the School of Law was quoted in the article "A Look at the Strong Legal Foundation of the Clean Power Plan" on Climate 411. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
As Rite Aid Reopens, Baltimore is 'Open for Business'

The School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the article "As Rite Aid Reopens, Baltimore is 'Open for Business'" in the North Baltimore Patch. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Trauma care saves lives on battlefield, research shows

The late R Adams Cowley of the University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center was mentioned in the story "Trauma care saves lives on battlefield, research shows" in the Fort Hood Sentinel. Oct. 22

October 22, 2015
State signs off on redevelopment of UMB-owned site downtown

Angela Fowler-Young of the University of Maryland, Baltimore was quoted and Jay Perman, also of UMB, was mentioned in the story "State signs off on redevelopment of UMB-owned site downtown" in the Baltimore Business Journal.  Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Talk Therapy Combined With Drugs Is Best Way to Treat Schizophrenia, Experts

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Talk Therapy Combined With Drugs Is Best Way to Treat Schizophrenia, Experts" in Forex Report Daily. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Anne Arundel County resident is part of winning mock trial team

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "Anne Arundel County resident is part of winning mock trial team" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
EPA cost-benefit studies criticized at Senate hearing

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was quoted in the Agri-Pulse.com story "EPA cost-benefit studies criticized at Senate hearing." Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Tips Atasi Stres di Kantor

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Tips Atasi Stres di Kantor" on Tribunnews.com. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
A New Era in Embolic Devices

Jason Mitchell of the School of Medicine co-authored the article "A New Era in Embolic Devices" in Endovascular Today. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Knee replacement surgery works, but so can nonsurgical techniques

Andrew Pollak of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Knee replacement surgery works, but so can nonsurgical techniques" in Reuters, Latinos Health and the Gospel Herald. Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
Shock Trauma looking for way to prolong lives of gunshot victims in cardiac arrest

Thomas Scalea and Samuel Tisherman were featured in the Baltimore Sun, WJZ-TV and Washington Post stories "Shock Trauma looking for way to prolong lives of gunshot victims in cardiac arrest." Oct. 21

October 22, 2015
RELYPSA ANNOUNCES FDA APPROVAL OF VELTASSA(TM) (PATIROMER) FOR ORAL SUSPENSION FOR THE TREATMENT OF HYPERKALEMIA

Matthew Weir of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "RELYPSA ANNOUNCES FDA APPROVAL OF VELTASSA(TM) (PATIROMER) FOR ORAL SUSPENSION FOR THE TREATMENT OF HYPERKALEMIA" on Pharmiweb.com 4Traders.com, Reuters.com, Investorpoint.com, WSNewsPublishers.com, Pharmacy Choice, Pharmacy Practice News, PharmaVoice.com. Oct.21 BioSpace, CNN Money - Oct. 22

October 21, 2015
BMA receives $3 million gift to support new education center

The School of Law was mentioned in the article, "BMA receives $3 million gift to support new education center," in the Daily Record. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Copyright boon or bane? Google Books survives another legal challenge

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the story "Copyright boon or bane? Google Books survives another legal challenge" in the Los Angeles Times. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
RadSite Announces Complimentary Webinar Series

Eliot Siegel of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Benzinga story "RadSite Announces Complimentary Webinar Series." Oct. 21

October 21, 2015
One family's battle

Teresa York of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "One family's battle" in the Carroll County Times. Oct 15

October 21, 2015
Health Highlights: Oct. 20, 2015

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Health Highlights: Oct. 20, 2015" on US News and World Report. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
New study may shed light on treating hearing loss

Ronna Hertzano of the School of Medicine was featurd in the story "New study may shed light on treating hearing loss" on examiner.com. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Clinical Trial for the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease Using MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound

Howard Eisenberg of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Clinical Trial for the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease Using MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound" on medimaging.net. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Benefits of EPA Regulation Far Outweigh Costs, University of Maryland Law Professor Tells U.S. Senate Subcommittee

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Benefits of EPA Regulation Far Outweigh Costs, University of Maryland Law Professor Tells U.S. Senate Subcommittee" on Citibizlist. Oct. 21

October 21, 2015
Early Feasibility Trial Results Reported for Harpoon’s Mitral Valve Repair System

James Gammie of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Early Feasibility Trial Results Reported for Harpoon’s Mitral Valve Repair System" on Cardiac Interventions Today. Oct. 19

October 21, 2015
Invasive Salmonella Discussed in Africa Consensus Meeting 2014, Blantyre, Malawi

Myron Levine of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Invasive Salmonella Discussed in Africa Consensus Meeting 2014, Blantyre, Malawi" in Ciencias Medicas News. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
After 10 Years, Google Books Is Legal

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the article "After 10 Years, Google Books Is Legal" in The Atlantic and in a similar article in The Los Angeles Times, and on Yahoo Tech, The Daily Dot and Dispatch Times. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
National: Intersex awareness; therapy; Sotomayor; GLAAD PSA

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "National: Intersex awareness; therapy; Sotomayor; GLAAD PSA" in the Windy City Times. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Talk Therapy Effective to Treat Schizophrenia

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Talk Therapy Effective to Treat Schizophrenia" on WebMD. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Understanding Of Bacterial Protein’s Defense Strategy Could Lead To Antibiotics

Sarah Michel of the School of Pharmacy was quoted in the story "Understanding Of Bacterial Protein’s Defense Strategy Could Lead To Antibiotics" in Chemical & Engineering News. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
New mammography guidelines could cloud decision-making, doctors say

Lyn Ho of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "New mammography guidelines could cloud decision-making, doctors say" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
UIC helps protect health care workers from Ebola, new diseases

The University of Maryland at Baltimore (sic) was mentioned in the article "UIC helps protect health care workers from Ebola, new diseases" on UIC News Center. Oct. 20

October 21, 2015
Rite Aid reopens rebuilt store destroyed during April riots

School of Pharmacy dean Natalie D. Eddington was mentioned in the article "Rite Aid reopens rebuilt store destroyed during April riots" on WBAL-TV online, Drug Store News, Investorpoint.com, Financial.de, Bloomberg News, Chain Store Age, Digital Journal, Chain Drug Review, and UMB News. Oct. 20

October 20, 2015
Experts on how violation of police seatbelt policy affects Freddie Gray case

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was interviewed for the segment "Experts on how violation of police seatbelt policy affects Freddie Gray case" on WBFF-TV. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Scientists Zap Breast Cancer With Super-Strength 'GammaPod'

Cedric Yu of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Scientists Zap Breast Cancer With Super-Strength 'GammaPod'" in the Tech Times. Oct. 20 

October 20, 2015
Kennedy-Townsend to speak at McKenree’s Hett Center

The Institute of Human Virology of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Kennedy-Townsend to speak at McKenree’s Hett Center" in the Belleville News-Democrat. Oct. 20

October 20, 2015
100 physician leaders of hospitals and health systems 2015

Mohan Suntha of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Becker's Hospital Review story "100 physician leaders of hospitals and health systems 2015." Oct. 13

October 20, 2015
Talk Therapy Found to Ease Schizophrenia

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the New York Times article "Talk Therapy Found to Ease Schizophrenia." Similar stories ran in the Washington Post, the Morning Ledger and Philly.com. Oct. 20

October 20, 2015
Scientists develop vaccine that may hinder HIV virus

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was featured in the story "Scientists develop vaccine that may hinder HIV virus" in the Daily Monitor. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Rite Aid celebrates re-opening of Baltimore location

Natalie Eddington of the School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the article "Rite Aid celebrates re-opening of Baltimore location" on Drug Store News, Marketwatch.com and PharmiWeb. Oct. 20

October 20, 2015
Maryland Legislators See Latest Cancer Treatments

The Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center was featured and Kevin J. Cullen and William F. Regine of the School of Medicine were quoted and Angela Brodie, Vincent Njar, and the University of Maryland BioPark were mentioned in the article, "Maryland Legislators See Latest Cancer Treatments," on UMB News. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Peace Corps Director Encourages Collaboration

UMB President Jay A. Perman was quoted and Marik Moen of the School of Nursing and Jody Olsen, Ebony Nicholson, and Lane Victorson of the School of Social Work were mentioned in the article, "Peace Corps Director Encourages Collaboration," on UMB News. Oct. 16

October 20, 2015
NAPW Inducts Kathleen Byington, Vice President for Administration and Finance, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Into its VIP Professional Woman of the Year Circle

Kathleen Byington of Administration and Finance was featured in the article "NAPW Inducts Kathleen Byington, Vice President for Administration and Finance, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Into its VIP Professional Woman of the Year Circle" on KLKN-TV online, KUSI-TV online, WDAM-TV online, KLTV-TV online, WALB-TV online and on Marketplace. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
BGE sues city of Baltimore over conduit rate hike

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the article "BGE sues city of Baltimore over conduit rate hike " on energycentral.com. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
“Why Do I Always Feel Tired?” – Evaluating Older Patients Reporting Fatigue

Steven Gambert of the School of Medicine co-authored the article "“Why Do I Always Feel Tired?” – Evaluating Older Patients Reporting Fatigue" on Consultant 360. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Scientists Identify Key Regulatory Proteins in Hearing Loss

Ronna Hertzano of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "Scientists Identify Key Regulatory Proteins in Hearing Loss" on alnmag.com. Oct.19

October 20, 2015
Universidade americana inicia testes de vacina contra o HIV em humanos

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was featured in the article "Universidade americana inicia testes de vacina contra o HIV em humanos" in GQ Brazil. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Jangan Khawatir… Stres Bekerja di Kantor Ada Banyak Obatnya

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Jangan Khawatir… Stres Bekerja di Kantor Ada Banyak Obatnya"  on Kompas.com. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
New Toxic Chemical Bills Add Safety--But Dangers Remain

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "New Toxic Chemical Bills Add Safety--But Dangers Remain" on My Informs. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
Nurses, help your patients by helping yourselves

The School of Nursing was mentioned in the article "Nurses, help your patients by helping yourselves" on McKnights.com. Oct. 19

October 20, 2015
U.S. Appeals Court Rules Google Book Scanning Is Fair Use

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the article "U.S. Appeals Court Rules Google Book Scanning Is Fair Use" in Library Journal and on Fusion.net. A similar story ran in the Atlantic. Oct. 19

October 19, 2015
Determining Your Fitness Age

Pam Peeke of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the Maryland Morning segment, "Determining Your Fitness Age," on WYPR-FM. Oct. 16

October 19, 2015
Third in a series of 5 presentations Hot off the press: Best in cornea

Bennie Jeng of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Third in a series of 5 presentations Hot off the press: Best in cornea" on eyeworld.org. Oct. 17

October 19, 2015
Justice Department: Man Billed As Terrorism Expert A Fraud

Vernon Herron of the Center for Health and Homeland Security was quoted in the story "Justice Department: Man Billed As Terrorism Expert A Fraud" on WJZ-TV. Oct. 16

October 19, 2015
BREAKING: Google Books Wins 'Fair Use' Case

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the article "BREAKING: Google Books Wins 'Fair Use' Case" on Inside Higher Ed. Oct. 16

October 19, 2015
Scientists Develop Genetic Blueprint Of Inner Ear Cell Development

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Scientists Develop Genetic Blueprint Of Inner Ear Cell Development" on science20.com. Oct. 19

October 19, 2015
UMB's 20th Gala Looks Back and Ahead

UMB President Jay A. Perman, Jim Hughes of the Office of Research and Development, Myron Levine, Chris Meenan and Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine, Ed Pecukonis of the School of Social Work, Norman Tinanoff of the School of Dentistry, and LuAnn Marshall of the School of Law were mentioned in the article "UMB's 20th Gala Looks Back and Ahead" on UMB News. Oct. 18

October 19, 2015
Google Book-Scanning Project Ruled Legal by US Appeals Court

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the story "Google Book-Scanning Project Ruled Legal by US Appeals Court" on isurfpaducah.com. Oct. 18

October 19, 2015
Records show city police had long urged seat belt use in vans

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Records show city police had long urged seat belt use in vans" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 17

October 19, 2015
BGE sues city of Baltimore over conduit rate hike

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the article "BGE sues city of Baltimore over conduit rate hike" in The Baltimore Sun and the Carroll County Times. Oct. 17

October 19, 2015
Why the Camden Pub owner is selling: 'I don’t want this for my kids'

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the Baltimore Business Journal story "Why the Camden Pub owner is selling: 'I don’t want this for my kids.'" Oct. 19

October 19, 2015
UMD begins testing possible HIV Vaccine on human subjects

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was featured in the story "UMD begins testing possible HIV Vaccine on human subjects" on TheBayNet.com. A similar story ran on waaytv.com and Vaccine News Daily. Oct. 16

October 19, 2015
University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Researchers to Begin Clinical Trial Of GammaPod, A First-Of-Its-Kind Radiation Therapy System To Treat Early Breast Cancers

Steven Feigenberg, Cedric Yu, William Regine and E. Albert Reece, all of the School of Medicine, were quoted in the story "University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Researchers to Begin Clinical Trial Of GammaPod, A First-Of-Its-Kind Radiation Therapy System To Treat Early Breast Cancers" on ConsumerElectronicsNet.com, HealthCanal and Medical Devices Business Review. Oct. 16

October 19, 2015
Clue to reverse hearing loss found in proteins controlling auditory hair cell growth

Ronna Hertzano of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Clue to reverse hearing loss found in proteins controlling auditory hair cell growth" on BelMarraHealth.com. Oct. 17

October 19, 2015
When Is Fainting Serious? Hospitals Try to Crack the Riddle

Brian Browne of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Wall Street Journal article "When Is Fainting Serious? Hospitals Try to Crack the Riddle." Oct. 18

October 16, 2015
UMB-UMCP Seed Grants Announced

Bruce Jarrell of the University of Maryland, Baltimore and of the Graduate School and E. Albert Reece of the School of Medicine (SOM) were quoted, and Lisa Shulman, Feng Jiang, and Stuart Martin of the SOM and John Basile of the School of Dentistry were mentioned in the UMB News article, "UMB-UMCP Seed Grants Announced." UMB News - Oct. 16

October 16, 2015
Mom Finds Something Disturbing In Daughter's Capri Sun Drink

Bruce Anderson of the Maryland Poison Center was quoted in the story "Mom Finds Something Disturbing In Daughter's Capri Sun Drink" on Opposing Views. Oct.15

October 16, 2015
Farm succession planning workshop

Paul Goeringer and Ashley Newhall of the Agriculture Law Education Initiative were mentioned in the article "Farm succession planning workshop" on Morning Ag Clips. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Leadership 101: 3 Key Lessons on Advancing Racial Equity

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "Leadership 101: 3 Key Lessons on Advancing Racial Equity" in the Huffington Post. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
California Launches New Way For “Revenge Porn” Victims To Strike Back

Danielle Citron of the School of Law was quoted in the article "California Launches New Way For “Revenge Porn” Victims To Strike Back" on Buzz Feed. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Rx for Violence

Jane Lipscomb of the School of Nursing was quoted in the article "Rx for Violence" in Risk & Insurance. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Don Blankenship Trial: Massey Energy CEO Faces Rare Criminal Prosecution For Workplace Safety Issues

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Don Blankenship Trial: Massey Energy CEO Faces Rare Criminal Prosecution For Workplace Safety Issues in the International Business Times. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Rx for Violence

Jane Lipscomb of the School of Nursing and the School of Medicine, was quoted in the article, "Rx for Violence," in Risk&Insurance. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Dentistry Students Don White Coats for First Time

Mark A. Reynolds and Marion Manski of the School of Dentistry and students Alise Senderak, Azie Dinghra, and Snigdha Kalvakolanu were quoted and faculty members Nair Velez and Mary Beth Aichelmann-Reidy and student Hwanhee Park were mentioned in the UMB News article, "Dentistry Students Don White Coats for First Time." UMB News - Oct. 14

October 16, 2015
Court approves Sparrows Point settlement, dismisses bankruptcy

Michelle Harner of the School of Law was quoted in the story "Court approves Sparrows Point settlement, dismisses bankruptcy" in the Baltimore Sun and Bloomberg Business. Oct 16

October 16, 2015
UM SOM researchers to initiate first clinical trial of GammaPod system in patients with early-stage breast cancer

Steven Feigenberg, Cedric Yu, William Regine and E. Albert Reece of the School of Medicine were quoted in an article on SOM News and the Baltimore Business Journal on Oct. 15 and in the story "UM SOM researchers to initiate first clinical trial of GammaPod system in patients with early-stage breast cancer" on News-Medical.net and Virtual Press Office. Oct. 16

October 16, 2015
Mandatory domestic violence prosecution may traumatize victims

Leigh Goodmark of the School of Law authored the article "Mandatory domestic violence prosecution may traumatize victims" in the Baltimore Sun.

October 16, 2015
The 3rd International mRNA Health Conference to Celebrate Historic 2015 as "mRNA Grabs the Spotlight"

Jose Esparza of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "The 3rd International mRNA Health Conference to Celebrate Historic 2015 as 'mRNA Grabs the Spotlight'" on HealthTechnologyNet.com. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
New research shows golden hour trauma care saves lives on the battlefield

The late R Adams Cowley of the University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center was featured in the story "New research shows golden hour trauma care saves lives on the battlefield" on VitalRecord. Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Scientists hopeful of ‘full-length single chain’ AIDS vaccine

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was featured in the story "Scientists hopeful of ‘full-length single chain’ AIDS vaccine" on NewsGram and similar stories on pinknews.co.uk and Dispatch Times. Oct. 16

October 16, 2015
Harpoon Medical Reports Results Of Ten Patient Early Feasibility Trial Of Its Repair System For Off-Pump, Minimally Invasive Treatment Of Mitral Valve Regurgitation ("MR")

James Gammie of the School of Medicine was quoted in the BioSpace story "Harpoon Medical Reports Results Of Ten Patient Early Feasibility Trial Of Its Repair System For Off-Pump, Minimally Invasive Treatment Of Mitral Valve Regurgitation ("MR")" and in an article in the Baltimore Business Journal. BioSpace - Oct. 15

October 16, 2015
Scientists develop genetic blueprint of inner ear cell development

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Scientists develop genetic blueprint of inner ear cell development" on Science Daily and nidcd.nih.gov, and a similar SOM News article quoted E. Albert Reece and Ronna P. Hertzano. nidcd.nih.gov ScienceDaily  SOM News - Oct. 15 

October 15, 2015
Family finds mold in Capri Sun drink, company calls it 'extremely rare'

Bruce Anderson of the Maryland Poison Center was interviewed for the story "Family finds mold in Capri Sun drink, company calls it 'extremely rare'" on WMAR-TV. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Via ai test sull'uomo del vaccino anti Aids di Gallo

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Via ai test sull'uomo del vaccino anti Aids di Gallo" on notiziarioitaliano.it. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
California-Cyber Exploitation

Danielle Citron of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "California-Cyber Exploitation" on news.nate.com, Foreignaffairs.co.nz, My Informs, and the Times Standard. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
脂肪肝患者 最好补充维生素D

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "脂肪肝患者 最好补充维生素D" on sunyet.com. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Mais uma nova vacina contra aids será testada em humanos, nos EUA

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Mais uma nova vacina contra aids será testada em humanos, nos EUA" on agenciaaids.com/br. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Pitt AIDS Education Center Nabs Four Years Of Funding, Support

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the WESA.fm story "Pitt AIDS Education Center Nabs Four Years Of Funding, Support". Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Link Organ Transplant Drug to Rise in Rare Lymphoma

Tim Rocafort of the School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the story "Link Organ Transplant Drug to Rise in Rare Lymphoma" on Health News Digest. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Bringing schools and communities together

Dante de Tablan of the School of Social Work was mentioned in the letter to the editor "Bringing schools and communities together" in the Baltimore Sun. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
If there ever were a pioneer in the war on AIDS, Dr. Robert Gallo would certainly fit the bill.

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was featured in the Upworthy story "If there ever were a pioneer in the war on AIDS, Dr. Robert Gallo would certainly fit the bill." Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Some see new future for corner stores in Remington

Peter Burkill of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Some see new future for corner stores in Remington" in the Baltimore Sun. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
Korea President Park: A symbol of hope

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the story "Korea President Park: A symbol of hope" in the Washington Times. Oct. 14

October 15, 2015
How Lamar Odom's drug binge could kill him

Yu-Ching Cheng of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "How Lamar Odom's drug binge could kill him" on health24.com. Oct. 15

October 15, 2015
Don Blankenship Trial: Massey Energy CEO Faces Rare Criminal Prosecution For Workplace Safety Issues

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was quoted in the International Business Times story "Don Blankenship Trial: Massey Energy CEO Faces Rare Criminal Prosecution For Workplace Safety Issues." Oct. 15

October 15, 2015
The curious case of Jason Pierre-Paul — and the Giants' huge pass-rushing problems

Andrew Pollak of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "The curious case of Jason Pierre-Paul — and the Giants' huge pass-rushing problems" in Sporting News. Sept. 30 

October 14, 2015
Governor Hogan Finishes His Final Round Of Chemotherapy

The WBAL.com article, "Governor Hogan Finishes His Final Round Of Chemotherapy," and similar content accompanying a photograph on MarylandReporter.com mentioned the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center. WBAL.com - Oct. 13  MarylandReporter.com - Oct. 14

October 14, 2015
Defying the Odds: 8 Tips for Sticking to Your Health and Fitness Goals

Pam Peeke of the School of Medicine authored the story "Defying the Odds: 8 Tips for Sticking to Your Health and Fitness Goals" on Health Medicine Network. Oct. 13

October 14, 2015
Genetic Variants Linked to Menopausal Hot Flashes

May Montasser of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Genetic Variants Linked to Menopausal Hot Flashes" in Medscape. Oct. 13

October 14, 2015
If Socialist Candidate Bernie Sanders Was President, Here's What Would Happen to the U.S. Economy

Michael Greenberger of the School of Law and the Center for Health and Homeland Security was quoted in the article " If Socialist Candidate Bernie Sanders Was President, Here's What Would Happen to the U.S. Economy" on The Street. Oct. 13

October 14, 2015
HIV vaccine – developed by scientist who invented HIV blood test – begins human trials

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "HIV vaccine – developed by scientist who invented HIV blood test – begins human trials" in the Huffington Post, Drug Discovery & Development, Gay Star News, Baltimore Magazine, APlus, LaboratoryEquipment.com, Newser, Instinct Magazine, Business Insider, Science-et-view.com, Dallasvoice.com, Newnownext.com, Frontera Ensenada, FierceVaccines, Muyinteresante.com, Metro Weekly Fox News UK News Out In Perth The Lad Bible Virgilio Glamour Federpharma Pride Life Hin.be Nerd Stash and Youth Health Magazine. Oct. 14

October 14, 2015
Freddie Gray Trials: Officers’ Statements Can Be Used as Evidence

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was interviewed for the article "Freddie Gray Trials: Officers’ Statements Can Be Used as Evidence" in The Wall Street Journal. Oct. 13

October 13, 2015
PNC Bank, community, explore how to move Baltimore forward

Branden A. McLeod of the School of Social Work was mentioned in the story "PNC Bank, community, explore how to move Baltimore forward" in the Baltimore Times. Oct. 9

October 13, 2015
Remote monitoring by pharmacists can boost patient outcomes in 3 key areas

Joey Mattingly of the School of Pharmacy was quoted in the story "Remote monitoring by pharmacists can boost patient outcomes in 3 key areas" in Drug Topics. Oct. 12

October 13, 2015
Be Formidable: A respected nonprofit leader completes a flexible online degree program

The School of Dentistry was mentioned in the story "Be Formidable: A respected nonprofit leader completes a flexible online degree program" on Delaware Online. Oct. 13

October 13, 2015
CDC Funds Six New Prevention Epicenters

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the story "CDC Funds Six New Prevention Epicenters" on Occupational Health & Safety. Oct. 13

October 13, 2015
Listen Up! Here’s How to Make More Friends

Paul Sacco of the School of Social Work was quoted in the Care2.com story "Listen Up! Here’s How to Make More Friends." Oct. 13

October 13, 2015
Sexual Orientation is Genetic: New Algorithm Predicts the Orientation of Men

Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Sexual Orientation is Genetic: New Algorithm Predicts the Orientation of Men" in the Dispatch Times. Oct. 13

October 13, 2015
MR-guided focused ultrasound used to treat first U.S. patient with Parkinson’s disease

Howard Eisenberg of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "MR-guided focused ultrasound used to treat first U.S. patient with Parkinson’s disease" in Applied Radiology. Sept. 29

October 13, 2015
New AIDS Vaccine To Undergo Human Trials For First Time

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was featured in the story "New AIDS Vaccine To Undergo Human Trials For First Time" on IFLScience.com. Oct. 12

October 12, 2015
Best week, worst week: Kamenetz gets worked over; HIV advocates get hopeful news

Robert C. Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine and Timothy Fouts were quoted in the Daily Record article, "Best week, worst week: Kamenetz gets worked over; HIV advocates get hopeful news." Daily Record - Oct. 10

October 12, 2015
INSIGHTS on Biomonitoring for Environmental Chemicals

Judy LaKind of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "INSIGHTS on Biomonitoring for Environmental Chemicals" in labmanager.com. Oct. 5

October 12, 2015
Presidential Pop-In, Aging Lecture, Clothing Swap Mark Founders Day at YSPH

Jay Magaziner of the School of Medcine was quoted in the article "Presidential Pop-In, Aging Lecture, Clothing Swap Mark Founders Day at YSPH" on medicine.yale.edu. Oct. 8

October 12, 2015
Maryland School of Medicine Scientists Develop New Technique to Improve Measurement of Excess Radiation Dose Delivery to Healthy Tissue During Cancer Treatment

Jerimy Polf of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Healthcanal.com article, "Maryland School of Medicine Scientists Develop New Technique to Improve Measurement of Excess Radiation Dose Delivery to Healthy Tissue During Cancer Treatment," and Polf and E. Albert Reece were quoted in a similar article on SOM News and UMB News. SOM News - Oct. 9 Healthcanal.com. Oct. 11 UMB News - Oct. 14

October 12, 2015
Book Review: Showdown: Thurgood Marshall and the Supreme Court Nomination That Changed America, By Wil Haygood

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "Book Review: Showdown: Thurgood Marshall and the Supreme Court Nomination That Changed America, By Wil Haygood" on columbusfreepress.com. Oct. 11

October 12, 2015
Fetal Exposure to Plastics Chemical Tied to Breathing Ills in Kids

Adam Spanier of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Fetal Exposure to Plastics Chemical Tied to Breathing Ills in Kids" on MedicineNet.com. Oct.12

October 12, 2015
Doctors seek to scale back treatment for common breast cancer diagnosis

Susan Kesmodel of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Doctors seek to scale back treatment for common breast cancer diagnosis" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 10

October 12, 2015
Traveling Americans at Risk for Hepatitis A, Measles

Daniel Morgan of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Traveling Americans at Risk for Hepatitis A, Measles" on Medscape.com. Oct. 10

October 12, 2015
NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN NEUROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING: A New Model for Peripheral Nerve Damage Associated with Metabolic Syndrome and Type 2 Diabetes

James Russell of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN NEUROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING: A New Model for Peripheral Nerve Damage Associated with Metabolic Syndrome and Type 2 Diabetes" in Neurology Today. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
哪些诺贝尔奖被证实是不严密的？

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "哪些诺贝尔奖被证实是不严密的？" on Eastday.com. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
History Making Recipients Named for 22nd Annual Caribbean American Heritage Awards

Barbara Hutchinson of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "History Making Recipients Named for 22nd Annual Caribbean American Heritage Awards" on mnialive.com. Oct.9

October 12, 2015
Univ. of Maryland launches clinical trial of HIV vaccine candidate

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Univ. of Maryland launches clinical trial of HIV vaccine candidate" on Vaccine Daily News, Pipeline Review, Outbreak News Today, Stuff.nz, DiePresse.com, and on Healthcanal.com. Oct. 11

October 12, 2015
Freddie Gray Jury Selection to Hold Challenges

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Freddie Gray Jury Selection to Hold Challenges" on Officer.com. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
UMB Launches CURE Scholars

UMB President Jay A. Perman and Kevin Cullen of the School of Medicine were quoted in the article "UMB Launches CURE Scholars" on UMB News. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
STUDY: DNA of Identical Twins Can Reveal Who's Gay

Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "STUDY: DNA of Identical Twins Can Reveal Who's Gay " in the Advocate, Edge Media Network, The Scientist, Gay.com, and Latinos Health. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
The Southwest Baltimore Partnership: Up With Neighborhoods

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned and Pres. Jay A. Perman, MD, was interviewed in the segment, "The Southwest Baltimore Partnership: Up With Neighborhoods," on WYPR-FM. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
Marylanders urged to get flu shot, experts say

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Marylanders urged to get flu shot, experts say" on Delmarva Today, Chestertown Spy, and the Laurel Patch. Oct. 9

October 12, 2015
What causes brain problems after traumatic brain injury? Studies have a surprising answer

Alan Faden and David Loane of the School of Medicine were mentioned in the article "What causes brain problems after traumatic brain injury? Studies have a surprising answer" on Doctor Tipster. Oct. 11

October 12, 2015
Doctors Hate Ambiguity

Amanda Pustilnik of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Doctors Hate Ambiguity" on Slate. Oct. 12

October 9, 2015
Institute of Human Virology Begins Phase 1 Clinical Trials of HIV Vaccine Candidate

Robert C. Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was quoted and George Lewis, Tim Fouts and Anthony DeVico were mentioned in the SOM News article, "Institute of Human Virology Begins Phase 1 Clinical Trials of HIV Vaccine Candidate." A similar article appeared on UMB News. UM SOM - Oct. 8 UMB News - Oct. 9

October 9, 2015
Women’s panel shares experiences of gender bias in litigation

Jane F. Barrett of the School of Law was quoted in the Daily Record article, "Women’s panel shares experiences of gender bias in litigation."  Daily Record - Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Daily Record announces Leading Women

Tisa Silver Canady of the University of Maryland, Baltimore and Robyn Christine Gilden of the School of Nursing were listed  in the Daily Record article, "Daily Record announces Leading Women."  Daily Record - Oct. 9

October 9, 2015
One Year Later, Ebola Lessons Emerge

Jon Mark Hirshon of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "One Year Later, Ebola Lessons Emerge" on AHCMedia.com. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Why Can Going on a Double Date Benefit Your Relationship?

Kathleen Holtz Deal and Geoffrey Greif of the School of Social Work are mentioned in the story "Why Can Going on a Double Date Benefit Your Relationship?" on YourWellness.com. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
New Supreme Court Term - Key Cases to Watch

Mark Graber of the School of Law was featured in the program "New Supreme Court Term - Key Cases to Watch" on Midday with Sheilah Kast on WYPR. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
7 Things That Trigger Diabetes and 10 Ways To Prevent It

Charles Shubin of the School of Medicine was featured in the story "7 Things That Trigger Diabetes and 10 Ways To Prevent It" on EmaxHealth. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Survey to count Md. homeless population

The School of Social Work was mentioned in the Washington Blade story "Survey to count Md. homeless population." Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Gun violence and children's mental health

Stuart Varon of the School of Medicine authored the story "Gun violence and children's mental health" in the Baltimore Sun. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Double trouble: How twin sisters handled the specter of breast cancer

Cynthia Drogula and Yudhishtra Markan of the School of Medicine were mentioned in the Capital Gazette story "Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Double trouble: How twin sisters handled the specter of breast cancer." Oct. 9

October 9, 2015
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: From devastating diagnosis to recovery: One woman's breast cancer journey

Harvinder Singh, Cynthia Drogula and Wendla Citron of the School of Medicine were mentioned in the story "Breast Cancer Awareness Month: From devastating diagnosis to recovery: One woman's breast cancer journey" in the Capital Gazette. Oct. 9

October 9, 2015
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: BWMC Aiello Center offers acupuncture as complementary treatment

Barbara Urban of the School of Medicine was featured in the story "Breast Cancer Awareness Month: BWMC Aiello Center offers acupuncture as complementary treatment" in the Capital Gazette. Oct. 9

October 9, 2015
Scientists find DNA differences between gay men and their straight twin brothers

Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Scientists find DNA differences between gay men and their straight twin brothers" in the Los Angeles Times. Similar stories ran in NBC News, Advocate, TheScientist, the San Diego Union-Tribune, ScienceNews, EdgeMediaNetwork and HispanicAmericans.com. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
AIDS pioneer finally brings AIDS vaccine to clinic

Robert Gallo of the Institute of Human Virology (IHV) at the School of Medicine was featured in the Science story "AIDS pioneer finally brings AIDS vaccine to clinic." Gallo was quoted in the Baltimore Sun in an article that was excerpted on CenterMaryland. Gallo and E. Albert Reece of the School of Medicine were quoted in the Daily Record, and Gallo, George Lewis and Anthony DeVico, all of IHV, were mentioned in the Baltimore Business Journal. Similar stories ran on WBAL-TV, PipelineReview.com, Outbreak News Today, stuff.co.nz, BusinessWire, Bloomberg Business, Digital Journal, the Chicago Tribune, PharmiWeb, Yahoo!News, FirstWordPharma, PharmacyChoice, TheScientist. Oct. 8

October 9, 2015
Jury selection offers preview of Freddie Gray prosecutions

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Jury selection offers preview of Freddie Gray prosecutions" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 8 The article was excerpted on centermaryland Oct. 9.

October 9, 2015
Sex Differences in the Brain

Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine wrote the article "Sex Differences in the Brain" in The Scientist. Oct. 1

October 8, 2015
Blackstone to Acquire BioMed Realty Trust for $8B

The University of Maryland BioPark was mentioned in the article "Blackstone to Acquire BioMed Realty Trust for $8B" on ReBusinessonline.com. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
This former Baltimore factory could be a ‘cool, funky’ office

The University of Maryland BioPark was mentioned in the story "This former Baltimore factory could be a ‘cool, funky’ office" in the Daily Record. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
The Hard Line | Michael Greenberger on the spike in violence in Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray

Michael Greenberger of the School of Law and the Center for Health and Homeland Security was interviewed on NewsMax TV for the segment "The Hard Line | Michael Greenberger on the spike in violence in Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray." Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
FAN 80 (First Amendment News) Coming Soon: Philippa Strum’s Book on Whitney v. California

Danielle Citron and Frank Pasquale of the School of Law were mentioned in the article "FAN 80 (First Amendment News) Coming Soon: Philippa Strum’s Book on Whitney v. California" on Concurring Opinions. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
Astute Medical Highlights Upcoming Presentation Of Study Examining Risk Of AKI In Neurologic Patients

Paul McCarthy of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Astute Medical Highlights Upcoming Presentation Of Study Examining Risk Of AKI In Neurologic Patients " on BioSpace and BioPortfolio, and in the San Diego Union-Tribune. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
MCPS Students to Attend Annual Frontiers in Science and Medicine Day

The School of Nursing was mentioned in the story "MCPS Students to Attend Annual Frontiers in Science and Medicine Day" on MyMCMedia.com. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
Study Finds Major Lack Of Resources For Rehab Patients In Malawi

Leslie Glickman of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Study Finds Major Lack Of Resources For Rehab Patients In Malawi" in News Line for Physical Therapists & PTAs. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe’s Death: 19 Theories on What Caused the Poet’s Demise 166 Years Ago Today

Michael Benitez of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe’s Death: 19 Theories on What Caused the Poet’s Demise 166 Years Ago Today" on OpenCulture.com. Oct. 7

October 8, 2015
CDC selects two Baltimore colleges to receive grants to stop disease spread

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the article "CDC selects two Baltimore colleges to receive grants to stop disease spread" on MMC News. A similar story ran in the Washington Times and the Afro-American. Oct. 7

October 7, 2015
Malawi Rehabilitation Center Suffers Lack of Funding

Leslie Glickman of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the story "Malawi Rehabilitation Center Suffers Lack of Funding" on Voice of America. Voice of America - Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
NIH cuts threaten Baltimore research

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "NIH cuts threaten Baltimore research" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Expanding role of BioPark in city, state economy

James Hughes of the Office of Research and Development and the UM BioPark was featured in the article "Expanding role of BioPark in city, state economy" on UMB News. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
$20 Million to Fight HIV in Baltimore

Robert Redfield of the Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine was interviewed for the WYPR-FM Medday program, "$20 Million to Fight HIV in Baltimore." WYPR.org - Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Poor planning, communication lead to missteps in care of Ebola patient

Jon Hirshon of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Poor planning, communication lead to missteps in care of Ebola patient" on ahcmedia.com. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了 甚至害惨好多人

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了 甚至害惨好多人" on swwy.com. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
10 Alternative Therapies for Crohn's Disease

William Rollow of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "10 Alternative Therapies for Crohn's Disease" on Everydayhealth.com. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Health Talk: Genetic testing and breast cancer

Barbara Urban of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "Health Talk: Genetic testing and breast cancer" on CapitalGazette.com. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
BRAIN-POWERED MACHINE LEARNING

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "BRAIN-POWERED MACHINE LEARNING" on LockheedMartin.com. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
ASTMH applauds awarding of Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine to discoverers of key drugs to combat malaria, river blindness, and elephantiasis

Christopher Plowe of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "ASTMH applauds awarding of Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine to discoverers of key drugs to combat malaria, river blindness, and elephantiasis" on 4th Estate Wire. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Politics of Parenting: Love’s Promises – How Formal and Informal Contracts Shape All Kinds of Families

Martha Ertman of the School of Law was featured in the radio segment "Politics of Parenting: Love’s Promises – How Formal and Informal Contracts Shape All Kinds of Families" on Uprising Radio. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
What’s to Do About Baltimore’s High Taxes

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was mentioned in the article "What’s to Do About Baltimore’s High Taxes" in Maryland Reporter and The Business Monthly. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Infiltration of Quackademic Medicine into Mainstream: A pernicious influence

The School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Infiltration of Quackademic Medicine into Mainstream: A pernicious influence" in Science Based Medicine. Oct. 6

October 7, 2015
Targeted treatment may be key to metastatic breast cancer patients 'beating the odds'

Katherine Tkaczuk of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "Targeted treatment may be key to metastatic breast cancer patients 'beating the odds'" in the Chicago Tribune. Oct. 6

October 6, 2015
Beware the unintended consequences of police-worn body cameras

Leigh Goodmark of the School of Law co-authored the article "Beware the unintended consequences of police-worn body cameras" on PSnews.com. Oct.5

October 6, 2015
Poe Society holds annual lecture at new location

The University of Maryland BioPark was mentioned in the article "Poe Society holds annual lecture at new location" in the Baltimore Post-Examiner. Oct. 5

October 6, 2015
哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了 甚至害惨好多人

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了 甚至害惨好多人" in au.epochtimes.com. Oct. 5

October 6, 2015
Coal CEO faces rare criminal prosecution

Jane Barrett of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Coal CEO faces rare criminal prosecution" on investigativereportingworkshop.org. Sept. 30

October 6, 2015
Ceremony Honors Commitment to Service

Natalie D. Eddington of the School of Pharmacy and student Diamond Melendez were quoted and JuliAna Brammer was mentioned in the UMB News article, "Ceremony Honors Commitment to Service." UMB News - Oct. 5

October 6, 2015
Analyzing Variations in the Human Genome

E. Albert Reece and Scott E. Devine of the School of Medicine were quoted and student Eugene Gardner was mentioned in the UMB News article, "Analyzing Variations in the Human Genome." UMB News - Oct. 2

October 6, 2015
Amid cancer, Hogan finds 'a real camaraderie'

Aaron Rapoport of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Baltimore Sun story "Amid cancer, Hogan finds 'a real camaraderie.'" Baltimore Sun - Oct. 5 

October 6, 2015
Researchers discuss cure, vaccine for HIV

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine's Institute of Human Virology was quoted and William Blattner, also of IHV, was mentioned in the Baltimore Sun story "Researchers discuss cure, vaccine for HIV." Baltimore Sun - Oct. 6

October 6, 2015
Nobel Prize Honors Fight Against Parasites

Matthew Laurens of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the Inside Science story "Nobel Prize Honors Fight Against Parasites." Inside Science - Oct. 6

October 6, 2015
New centers help health workers fight deadly infections safely

The University of Maryland, Baltimore was metioned in the story "New centers help health workers fight deadly infections safely" on HealthCanal. HealthCanal - Oct. 6 PressReleasePoint - Oct. 5

October 6, 2015
How Ancient Chinese Remedies and a Secret Research Program Led to a Nobel Prize

Christopher Plowe of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "How Ancient Chinese Remedies and a Secret Research Program Led to a Nobel Prize" on Motherboard. Similar stories ran in several other outlets. Motherboard  Student Science - Oct. 5

October 6, 2015
Maryland, Hopkins share in CDC award to fight germs

Anthony Harris of the School of Medicine was quoted in the story "Maryland, Hopkins share in CDC award to fight germs" in the Baltimore Sun. Similar stories ran in other outlets. Baltimore Sun  BioPrepWatch - Oct 5

October 6, 2015
Golden Hour Military Mandate Saves Lives

Thomas Scalea of the School of Medicine and the University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center was quoted in the Medscape story "Golden Hour Military Mandate Saves Lives." Medscape - Oct. 5

October 5, 2015
Bloody Baltimore: No end seen to post-Freddie Gray spike in homicides, shootings

Michael Greenberger of the School of Law and the Center for Health and Homeland Security was quoted in the story "Bloody Baltimore: No end seen to post-Freddie Gray spike in homicides, shootings" on Fox News. Oct. 5

October 5, 2015
The water discovery ignites new debate on if there could be life on Mars

Shiladitya DasSharma of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the article "The water discovery ignites new debate on if there could be life on Mars" on Plantet Tech. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
Amid cancer, Hogan finds 'a real camaraderie'

Aaron Rapoport of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Amid cancer, Hogan finds 'a real camaraderie'" in The Baltimore Sun. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
Testa dig själv: 20 frågor om Nobelprisen

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "Testa dig själv: 20 frågor om Nobelprisen" on UNT.se. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了：甚至害惨好多人

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "哪些诺贝尔奖颁错了：甚至害惨好多人" on Beijing Morning Post, news.cnr.cn, news.sohu.com, finance.eastmoney.com, and Jiaodong.net. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
Experts debate impact of Blankenship prosecution

Jane Barrett of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Experts debate impact of Blankenship prosecution in the Charleston Gazette-Mail. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
Just what is a smart city?

Frank Pasquale of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "Just what is a smart city?" on CIO. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
Tyler Clementi Internet Safety Conference Tackles Cyber Harassment

Frank Pasquale of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Tyler Clementi Internet Safety Conference Tackles Cyber Harassment" on WCBS-TV. Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
iEl Sida no es una enfermedad infecciosa. !Parte 1

Robert Gallo of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "iEl Sida no es una enfermedad infecciosa. !Parte 1" on Taringa!  Oct. 3

October 5, 2015
“LA ESPECULACIóN EN LOS MERCADOS FINANCIEROS ESTá EMPUJANDO EL ALZA DE LOS ALIMENTOS Y LOS PRECIOS DE LA GASOLINA”, JOHN R. GAGAIN JR.

Michael Greenberger of the School of Law and the Center for Health and Homeland Security was mentioned in the article "“LA ESPECULACIóN EN LOS MERCADOS FINANCIEROS ESTá EMPUJANDO EL ALZA DE LOS ALIMENTOS Y LOS PRECIOS DE LA GASOLINA”, JOHN R. GAGAIN JR." on La Nacion Dominicana. Oct. 3

October 4, 2015
FDA To Review Application for Abilify Pill With Ingestible Tracking Device

William Carpenter of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "FDA To Review Application for Abilify Pill With Ingestible Tracking Device" in Psychiatric News. Oct. 2

October 4, 2015
How to build close coworker relationships

Martha Ertman of the School of Law wrote the article "How to build close coworker relationships" in The Irish Times. Oct. 2

October 4, 2015
Reducing helicoptor transport for trauma saved lives, money

Jon Hershon of the School of Medicine was quoted in the article "Reducing helicoptor transport for trauma saved lives, money" on Breitbart.com and United Press International. Oct. 2

October 4, 2015
The great integrator: Thurgood Marshall and the fight for desegregation in America’s schools

The School of Law was mentioned in the article "The great integrator: Thurgood Marshall and the fight for desegregation in America’s schools" in The New York Daily News. Oct. 2

October 4, 2015
How to Tame an Internet Troll

Danielle Citron of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "How to Tame an Internet Troll" in The Chronicle of Higher Education. October 2

October 2, 2015
Peter Gorman: “Es clave rehabilitar al paciente ante el dramático cambio que ha sufrido”

Peter Gorman of the School of Medicine was featured in the article "Peter Gorman: “Es clave rehabilitar al paciente ante el dramático cambio que ha sufrido” in Puntal.com.ar.  Oct. 2

October 2, 2015
OPM notices go out, GAO dings GPRA progress, ag security gets crowdsourced and more

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the article "OPM notices go out, GAO dings GPRA progress, ag security gets crowdsourced and more" on fcw.com - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
TEDCO absorbs Maryland Venture Fund

The University of Maryland BioPark was mentioned in the article "TEDCO absorbs Maryland Venture Fund" on technical.ly - Oct. 2

October 2, 2015
Attorneys help Marylanders seeking expungement as laws take effect

The School of Law was mentioned in the Daily Record article "Attorneys help Marylanders seeking expungement as laws take effect." Daily Record - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
CDC, SSW Seek to Curb Suicides among Middle-aged Men

Jodi Jacobson Frey and Tanya Sharpe of the School of Social Work were quoted in the article "CDC, SSW Seek to Curb Suicides among Middle-aged Men" on umaryland.edu and Newswise - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
Trade Deal “Death Sentence Clause” * Killer Coal Mine CEO Trial

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Trade Deal “Death Sentence Clause” * Killer Coal Mine CEO Trial" on accuracy.org - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
APhA, NASPA: Pharmacists can help improve access to naloxone


Magaly Rodriguez de Bittner of the School of Pharmacy was quoted in the article "APhA, NASPA: Pharmacists can help improve access to naloxone" on pharmacist.com - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
University of Maryland School of Medicine Scientists Take Part In Unprecedented Effort To Analyze Variation In Human Genome

Scott Devine and E. Albert Reece of the School of Medicine were quoted and School of Medicine student Eugene Gardner mentioned in the article "University of Maryland School of Medicine Scientists Take Part In Unprecedented Effort To Analyze Variation In Human Genome" on somvweb.som.umaryland.edu and in similar articles on esciencenews.com eurekalert.org healthcanal.com - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
American Pharmacists Month 2015: Demonstrate your value to the community

The School of Pharmacy was mentioned in the article "American Pharmacists Month 2015: Demonstrate your value to the community" on pharmacist.com - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
Just what is a smart city

Frank Pasquale of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Just what is a smart city" on cio.de - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
UMB Launches Program to Funnel Baltimore Youth into Cancer Research & Care Careers

Jay A. Perman, MD, of UMB and Kevin Cullen of the School of Medicine were mentioned in the article "UMB Launches Program to Funnel Baltimore Youth into Cancer Research & Care Careers" on citybizlist.com - Oct. 1

October 2, 2015
2015–16 influenza vaccine: Enough for all who want it

Kathleen Neuzil of the School of Medicine was mentioned in the article "2015–16 influenza vaccine: Enough for all who want it" on pharmacist.com - Oct. 1

October 1, 2015
Addressing Youth Homelessness In Maryland

Ryan Shannahan of the School of Social Work was interviewed on the Marc Steiner Show on WEAA-FM in the story, "Addressing Youth Homelessness In Maryland," and in a similar story on WMDT-TV. wmdt.com - Sept. 28 steinershow.org - Sept. 30 

October 1, 2015
In This Small Colombian Town, People Love Their Mummies

Ronn Wade of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Wall Street Journal article "In This Small Colombian Town, People Love Their Mummies." Wall Street Journal - 

October 1, 2015
UMB Lends Many Hands At Project Homeless Connect

Jay A. Perman, MD, of UMB was quoted, Michelle Spencer of the School of Nursing, J. Peter Haukebo of the School of Law, the Schools of Medicine, Social Work, Pharmacy, Dentistry and the UMB Office of Community Engagement were all mentioned in the article "UMB Lends Many Hands At Project Homeless Connect" on umaryland.edu - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
City plans new youth violence initiative through hospitals

Denise Fraga of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Orlando Sentinel article "City plans new youth violence initiative through hospitals." Orlando Sentinel - Sept. 29

October 1, 2015
Baltimore Judge Sets Trial Dates for Officers Accused of Killing Freddie Gray

Doug Colbert of the School of Law was mentioned in the article "Baltimore Judge Sets Trial Dates for Officers Accused of Killing Freddie Gray" on vice.com - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
VW and GM scandals show why regulation matters

Rena Steinzor of the School of Law co-authored the article "VW and GM scandals show why regulation matters" on thehill.com - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
Harry Clifton "Curley" Byrd was racist. Here's proof in his own words

The School of Law was mentioned in the Diamondback article "Harry Clifton "Curley" Byrd was racist. Here's proof in his own words." Diamondback - Oct.1

October 1, 2015
Why won't Facebook hoaxes just die already?

James Grimmelmann of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Why won't Facebook hoaxes just die already?" on washtimesherald.com - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
Scanning systems evaluated in PPR

Gary Hack of the School of Dentistry was quoted in the article "Scanning systems evaluated in PPR" on ada.org - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
Coal CEO faces rare criminal prosecution

Jane Barrett of the School of Law was quoted in the article "Coal CEO faces rare criminal prosecution" on investigativereportingworkshop.org - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
Sex Differences in the Brain

Margaret McCarthy of the School of Medicine authored the article "Sex Differences in the Brain" on the-scientist.com - Oct. 1

October 1, 2015
'Golden hour' policy saved U.S. lives in Afghanistan

The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center was mentioned in the article "'Golden hour' policy saved U.S. lives in Afghanistan" on miltarytimes.com medicalnewstoday.com - Sept. 30

October 1, 2015
Movement with meaning: Breast cancer survivors inspire benefit dance performance

Kevin Cullen of the School of Medicine was quoted in the Baltimore Sun article "Movement with meaning: Breast cancer survivors inspire benefit dance performance." Baltimore Sun - Oct. 1

October 1, 2015
Potential breakthrough treatment for Parkinson's Disease

Paul Fishman of the School of Medicine was interviewed for the segment "Potential breakthrough treatment for Parkinson's Disease" on your4state.com - Sept. 30

News, Hot Topics, & Press Releases

October 29, 2015  |  School of Social Work's SAMHSA Contract is Among More Than $40 Million in Federally-funded Projects

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October 29, 2015  |  Efforts Include Leading National Technical Assistance Network for Children’s Behavioral Health

October 28, 2015  |  Roundtable on Clinical Trials and Access to Essential Medicines in African Countries Includes UMB Partners from Malawi's Chancellor College of Law.

October 27, 2015  |  Highly advanced form of radiation therapy attacks cancerous cells while minimizing collateral damage to surrounding tissue.

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October 26, 2015  |  Policymakers, farmers, attorneys, and regulators set to present at the November 20th conference.

October 22, 2015  |  School of Medicine's Christopher Meenan is named UMB's 2015 Entrepreneur of the Year.

October 22, 2015  |  Rite Aid Foundation marks commitment to Baltimore with donation to The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School

October 20, 2015  |  Five months after a riot-spawned fire destroyed the Rite Aid at 300 N. MLK Blvd., community leaders celebrate a grand reopening.

October 19, 2015  |  Senators and Delegates are given behind the scenes look at the Greenebaum Cancer Center and Maryland Proton Treatment Center.

October 18, 2015  |  2015 Founders Week Gala celebrates UMB's accomplishments and honors those who support our efforts.

October 16, 2015  |  Peace Corps’ Hessler-Radelet Brings Collaborative Stories From Around Globe.

October 16, 2015  |  The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) launched the eighth year of their joint Research and Innovation Seed Grant program.

October 14, 2015  |  The School of Dentistry celebrated its white coat ceremony for the dentistry class of 2019 and dental hygiene class of 2017 on Monday, Oct. 12, in historic Davidge Hall.

October 14, 2015  |  Visual imaging will allow doctors to increase safety of proton radiation treatment.

October 9, 2015  |  The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) CURE Scholars Program launches

October 8, 2015  |  The Institute of Human Virology at the School of Medicine has begun enrolling volunteers for initial phase 1 trials.

October 8, 2015  |  CDC's nationwide project includes Ebola Virus and other deadly infectious threats.

October 6, 2015  |  UMB’s economic development officer advocates incentives in testimony before Maryland Economic Development and Business Climate Commission

October 5, 2015  |  Time-honored ceremony emphasizes professionalism and celebrates the start of the Class’s journey as student pharmacists.

October 2, 2015  |  Worldwide Project to Catalog the Diversity of the Human Genetic Code.

October 1, 2015  |  CDC awards University of Maryland School of Social Work $1.28 million to address suicide prevention among middle-aged men

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October 1, 2015  |  SSW receives $1.28 million CDC grant to evaluate an online screening and prevention tool