Scientists prepare to turn fiction into fact with first full-face transplant Oct 19, 2008
early childhood education position john brown university, independent, evangelical and christian seeks a faculty member for early childhood education. ar. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Rams Finish 11th at the 42nd Annual UAlbany XC Invitational Oct 19, 2008
Brown University took the team title, with 19 points. There were 24 teams in the field. (Gorhody.com)
Rhode Warriors: L-S rolls in R.I. Oct 19, 2008
WARWICK, R.I. - For the second consecutive year, the Lincoln-Sudbury girls' cross-country team captured the Brown University North East Championship. Three Warriors finished in the top 10 in the Championship girls' race, which was held at Goddard Memorial State Park yesterday. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Thirteen RMHS students win National Merit Scholarship honors Oct 18, 2008
Some commended students top college picks are Brown University, College of William & Mary, Connecticut College, Middlebury College, University of Massachusetts Amherst, University of Vermont, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Smith College, Cornell University, University of California Berkley and Lehigh University. One RMHS student placed in the top 1 percent of all National Merit test takers. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Babson inaugurates 12th president Oct 18, 2008
He has worked at the Harvard Business School and Brown University and has either authored or co-authored nine books. He has received degrees from Brown University, Columbia University and Harvard Business School. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
PHOTO IN THE NEWS: Oldest Insect Imprint Found Oct 18, 2008
They had decided to scout out a fossil-rich area mentioned in a long-forgotten 1929 masters thesis by a Brown University student an area that's now sure to yield more fossils, Knecht said. Benner and Knecht presented their find in September at the Second International Congress on Ichnology the study of fossilized animal tracks in Krak. (National Geographic)
Flipping out over featured speaker Oct 18, 2008
With ease and confidence, she read her essay on her thoughts about the journey of a McCall student just like all of us, to Olympic silver medalist and Brown University student. Thank you Sacramone for being our aspiration, she read. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Got a rash? Blame your cell phone Oct 18, 2008
Earlier this year Lionel Bercovitch of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island and colleagues tested 22 popular handsets from eight different manufacturers and found nickel in 10 of the devices. Text. (India Times, India)
Mall-sprawl site yields a treasure from eons past Oct 17, 2008
While poring over dusty papers as part of his studies into sedimentary rocks, Knecht chanced upon a 1929 master's thesis (written by a Brown University student) that mentioned tiny footprints - believed amphibious - of some sort observed in a rock outcropping near the Rhode Island border. The researchers set out to find the spot. (Boston Globe)
Too much cellphone time may give you a rash Oct 17, 2008
The researchers, from Brown University, found nickel in the menu buttons, logos and the metallic frames around the display screens. "Given the widespread use of 00004000 cellphones the presence of metal in the exterior casing of these phones and the high prevalence of nickel sensitization in the population, it is not surprising that cellphones cause allergic contact dermatitis," Dr. Lionel Bercovitch, one of the study's authors, said in a statement. (CTV.ca)
Mobile phones 'cause skin rash' Oct 17, 2008
Dr Lionel Bercovitch, of Brown University, Rhode Island, who was one of the study authors, said: "Nearly half of the phones we spot tested contained some free nickel. "The menu buttons, decorative logos on the headsets and the metallic frames around the liquid crystal display (LCD) screens were the most common sites. " He added: "Given the widespread use of cell phones, the presence of metal in the exterior casing of these phones and the high prevalence of nickel sensitisation in the population,... (BBC News -- Health)
Ending losing streak tops Robinson's list Oct 17, 2008
And if we're being real, there's a good chance he wouldn't be at Oregon State if he hadn't won at Brown University, and also, if Barack Obama weren't running for president. We're talking about a coach who has tremendous upside and the potential to change everything when it comes to Oregon State basketball. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Coastal Dead Zones May Benefit Some Species, Scientist Finds Oct 17, 2008
Andrew Altieri, a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Brown University, studied dead zones in Narragansett Bay, one of the largest estuaries on the U.S. East Coast ... (Credit: Image courtesy of Brown University) ... 12, 2006) A "dead zone" that formed in 2001 in Narragansett Bay left a lethal legacy, Brown University research shows. (Science Daily)
Mobile Phones Could Cause Skin-Rash Oct 17, 2008
Earlier this year, Lionel Bercovitch of USA based, Brown University tested 22 mobile phones from eight different manufacturers and found nickel in 10 of the cases. "Nearly half of the phones we spot-tested contained some free nickel," Bercovitch said in the report. (Cellular-News)
Bernanke signals new approach to bubbles Oct 17, 2008
It's a big change,'' said Ross Levine, a professor of economics at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. It brings up one of the major failures underlying the crisis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Two Patriot League Soccer Student-Athletes Named Finalists for Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Oct 17, 2008
In addition to Glubzinski, the other men's finalists are: Matt Besler (University of Notre Dame), Sam Cronin (Wake Forest University), Dylan Curtis (University of California Davis), Michael Fucito (Harvard University), Adam Gartner (Eastern Illinois University), Garret Guthrie (University of Missouri- Kansas City), Yohance Marshall (University of South Florida), Dylan Sheehan (Brown University) and O'Brian White (University of Connecticut). (Patriotleague.com)
Prolonged cell use may cause rash Oct 17, 2008
Earlier this year Lionel Bercovitch of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island and colleagues tested 22 handsets and found nickel in 10 of the devices. Dr Graham Lowe, from the British Association of Dermatologists, said: If you have had a previous reaction to a nickel-coated belt-buckle or jewellery, you are at greater risk of reacting to metal phones. (India Times, India)
Can flying cars finally take off? Oct 17, 2008
This latest study appears to confirm the results of a by a team at Brown University, which found that a number of popular phones, including the BlackBerry 8700c (on the rear speakerphone), the Motorola Razr, the Motorola SLVR, the Motorola Q, the Motorola L2 (all on the decorative logo) and on a few Sony Ericssons and Samsung models as well. The Brown team tested the Palm Treo 650 and five different Nokia models and didn't find any trace of nickel. (Salon)
BET Awards events Oct 16, 2008
A town hall discussion with rap pioneer MC Lyte, Brown University professor Tricia Rose, director Shola Lynch activist Moya Bailey and journalists Michaela Angela Davis and Lola Ogunnaike. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at student center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Women's Soccer Blanked at Brown Oct 16, 2008
PROVIDENCE, RI - Lindsay Cunningham scored a pair of goals and a smothering Brown University defense held the Sacred Heart University women's soccer team without a shot on goal as the Bears came away with a 5-0 victory. Brown led 2-0 at the half on goals by Cunninghamd and Gloria Chun. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
First, BlackBerry thumb, now cellphone rash Oct 16, 2008
Earlier this year Lionel Bercovitch of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island and colleagues tested 22 popular handsets from eight different manufacturers and found nickel in 10 of the devices. Recommend this article. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Art exhibit takes interactivity to new level Oct 15, 2008
Knep, who studied computer science and math at Brown University, said its exciting to try to make technology less soulless and isolating. His goal is to put a part of himself in the art and for people to be aware that his energy flowed through the piece. (MSNBC -- News)
OSU basketball Beavers look forward to moving past dismal 2007-08 season Oct 15, 2008
The former Brown University coach is big on 5:30 a.m. practices, and junior point guard Josh Tarver said he has been waking up at 4:30 to get ready. Tarver said the team's interaction with the new coach has been eye-opening. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
ODU takes 14th at Spider Invitational Oct 15, 2008
of 309 309 618 7 Towson University 315 307 622 8 High Point U. 319 315 634 9 Bucknell University 320 316 636 10 Morehead State - KY 322 324 646 11 Methodist University 330 318 648 12 Marshall University 331 324 655 13 Brown University 329 337 666 14 Old Dominion Univ. 330 343 673. OLD DOMINION GOLFERS T61 84-84=168 T61 83--85=168 T64 81-89=170 T73Kristen Hagan 90-85=175 WD 82-WD T73 87-88=175. (Odusports.com)
Oldest Fossil Impression Of Flying Insect Oct 15, 2008
He found an obscure reference to it in an unpublished master's thesis on amphibian trackways that was originally written by a Brown University student in 1929. The paper was published a year later in the Geological Society of America Bulletin. (Science Daily)
Absentee voting should be made easier for all Oct 15, 2008
Sam Oliker-Friedland is a senior at Brown University and the co-founder of www. govoteabsentee. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Yale University to host Wilson/ITA Northeast Regional Championships Oct 15, 2008
Army Boston College Brown University Bryant University Bucknell Columbia Cornell Dartmouth Drexel University Duquesne University Fairfield University Fairleigh Dickinson George Washington University Georgetown Harvard Holy Cross Lafayette College Marist College Monmouth University New Jersey Institute of Technology Penn State Pennsylvania Princeton Quinnipiac University Rider University Sacred Heart University St. Bonaventure University St. John's St. Peters Stony Brook Temple University UMBC... (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Men's Soccer To Host Bryant University Oct 15, 2008
Bryant University (1-12-1) is coming off a hard-fought 1-0 loss at Brown University on Tuesday, October 7 as goalkeeper Andrew Snell made five saves. The Bulldogs have played a grueling schedule, which has included three matches against teams that played in the NCAA Tournament last season (Brown, Central Connecticut and Old Dominion) and two games versus BIG EAST Conference squads (Pittsburgh and Marquette). (Friars.com)
Gilmore Paces Lady Monarchs at Spider Invitational Oct 14, 2008
of 309 7 Towson University 315 8 High Point U. 319 9 Bucknell University 320 10 Morehead State - KY 322 11 Brown University 329 12 Methodist University 330 Old Dominion Univ. 330 14 Marshall University 331. OLD DOMINION GOLFERS T43 81 T52 82 T58 83 T61 84 T77 90 T67 87. (Odusports.com)
Real Reasons You're Avoiding A Mammogram Oct 14, 2008
New research from Brown University and Harvard Medical School also shows how even low co-pays LINK for mammograms can lead to a sharp decrease in breast cancer screening rates, says Dr. Amal Trivedi, lead author of the study and assistant professor in the department of community health at Brown's Warren Alpert Medical School. In a review of more than 366,000 women between the ages of 65 and 69 who were in Medicare managed-care plans, researchers found that biennial breast cancer screening rates... (Forbes)
John Legend, Lenny Kravitz, Annie Lennox, Bryan Adams and Peter Gabriel Headline 'Peace One Day Concert Supported by Ben & Jerry's' Airing Exclusively in the U.S. on Palladia and mtvU Oct 14, 2008
The College Media Network comprises nearly 600 campus publications that serve institutions including Brown University, the University of Illinois, the University of Southern California, the University of Texas at Austin and Duke University, with a combined enrollment of over 5. 5 million students, reaching an average of 5 million unique users each month. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Proud of his association with William Ayers Oct 13, 2008
From 1990 to 1997, I was a senior staff member of the Annenberg Institute at Brown University. In that capacity, I worked with the Chicago school system as a resource for the establishment of a grant to bring better education and a brighter future to the children of that city. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Class assignment: Read the teacher's books Oct 13, 2008
Bynum has done an East Coast portion of her book tour for Ms. Hempel already, which was a homecoming of sorts, since she spent nearly a decade in New York after graduating from Brown University in 1995 ... Bynum, who grew up in Boston, was enamored with writing and literature in high school and studied both at Brown University. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
As the climate changes, proponents of 'assisted migration' say it's time to help animals and plants move Oct 12, 2008
And unlike the last time global temperatures changed this much, when the ice-age glaciers retreated about 10,000 years ago, the escape routes for many species are now blocked by sprawling cities and impregnable monocultures of corn and soybean occupying vast swaths of land, says Dov Sax, an evolutionary biologist at Brown University. Sax cites an endangered "kangaroo rat" that now lives along a narrow stretch of coast south of San Francisco. (Boston Globe)
Brian Casey Inaugurated As DePauw University President Oct 11, 2008
Casey joined the Harvard administration in 2005 and previously served as assistant provost at Brown University. He has taught at both Brown and Harvard. (Und.com)
Next Mars Rover in Trouble? Oct 10, 2008
"The magnitude of the increases has been mind-boggling," said geologist John Mustard of Brown University. "It has sent a shock wave to the Mars program and beyond to the planetary community.". (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Conservatives seek to promote ideas through academics Oct 10, 2008
Brown University hosts a political theory project that features founder of Objectivism Ayn Rand. Cornell University has finalized a $50,000 grant from the Veritas Fund for Higher Education, which funnels money to these projects. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Aerial Show Expected When Brown and Holy Cross Meet In Worcester Oct 10, 2008
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Bulldogs Fare Well In NCAA Academic Progress Oct 10, 2008
Men's Track, Outdoor Boston College Brown University Columbia University-Barnard College Dartmouth College Davidson College Duke University Furman University Georgetown University Gonzaga University Harvard University Lafayette College Loyola Marymount University Loyola University (Illinois) Marquette University Princeton University Rice University Saint Louis University U.S. Air Force Academy U.S. Naval Academy University of Hartford University of Miami (Florida) University of New Hampshire... (Gozags.com)
BET Networks Hosts Two Powerful Panel Discussions at Clark Atlanta University in Support of the 2008 'BET HIP HOP AWARDS' on Saturday, October 18 Oct 10, 2008
The panel will be hosted by hip-hop pioneer MC Lyte and moderated by cultural critic and journalist Michaela angela Davis, and panelists include Tricia Rose, professor of Africana Studies at Brown University, activist Moya Bailey, and more. The "Fly Girls Vote" program will also feature a clip from the award-winning documentary Chisholm 72: Unbought & Unbossed, followed by a Q&A discussion with director Shola Lynch and moderated by noted journalist Lola Ogunnaike. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
With role diminishing, McLaren is waived by Sharks Oct 8, 2008
In other news from Long Island, goaltender Yann Denis, who starred at Brown University, was demoted to Bridgeport (AHL). The Kings re-signed restricted free agent center Patrick O'Sullivan to a three-year contract. (Boston Globe)
Emergency Action Plan Oct 8, 2008
Brown University - Official Athletic Site of Brown University. Notes: 1) If you are having problems viewing this page, please of Adobe Acrobat Reader and install the newest version of the Acrobat plug-in for your browser. (Brownbears.com)
New research on family-based HIV prevention presented at annual NIH conference Oct 8, 2008
Hadley is also an assistant professor of psychiatry at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University ... "Novel intervention approaches, such as family-based HIV prevention and a focus on teaching parents and teens how to manage their feelings rather than the more traditional skills-based tactics, may be important in reducing the HIV risk of juvenile offenders," says Tolou-Shams, who is also an assistant professor of psychiatry (research) at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown... (EurekAlert!)
Free Prescription Drug Samples Pose Risk to Kids Oct 7, 2008
Another of the study's authors, Neal LeLeiko, director of the pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Hasbro and a professor of pediatrics at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, expressed his concern about the distribution of free medication samples. "Previous findings in adults strongly suggest that free drug samples serve as a marketing tool. Our study shows that samples can pose a serious and unappreciated risk to our children," LeLeiko said in the news release. (U.S. News & World Report)
Biophysicists Create New Model For Protein-cholesterol Interactions In Brain And Muscle Tissue Oct 7, 2008
(May 25, 1999) Brown University researchers say that a protein widespread in the nervous system is also found in plaques and other brain lesions associated with Alzheimer's disease, a finding that may. . (Science Daily)
Many colleges arm police forces Oct 7, 2008
Brown University began arming its police force in 2006, following a multi-year study of the issue. Mark Nickel, director of university communications, said the transition to an armed force garnered a small amount of dissent from the community. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 7, 2008
Starting next year, students at Brown University in Providence, R.I., will experience campus life without conventional broadcast and cable TV, when the campus shuts down its cable plant. Instead, the students will rely solely on Internet-protocol television to get their network fixes. (Multichannel News)
OCEANSIDE: Sanchez says her voice still needed on council Oct 6, 2008
Sanchez grew up in the Eastside neighborhood and earned a degree in urban studies at Brown University in Rhode Island. She also has a law degree from University of California Hastings. (North County Times)
Using video games as bait to hook readers Oct 6, 2008
When Jacob Bagley first arrived as a freshman at Brown University, he was rapidly sucked into "World of Warcraft," an online game set in a medieval landscape where players collaborate to slay monsters and complete quests. Bagley, now a senior, was so addicted that he sometimes abandoned friends in the dining hall to return to the game. (International Herald Tribune)
Finance sector enters new era of regulation Oct 6, 2008
" One question is how wide a net a new regulatory system will cast. Currently, much of the action in the financial system takes place in hedge funds, secretive investment pools that are subject to little control by regulators. A sweeping new regulatory system might set rules for hedge funds that would prevent them from carrying out investment strategies that could endanger the financial system. Some experts have reservations about this rush to rein in Wall Street. "Regulation may have some... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Free drug samples carry risks for children Oct 6, 2008
The authors, who also serve as researchers at Harvard Medical School and the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, found that children commonly receive free drug samples from their doctors ... Senior author Dr. Neal LeLeiko, director of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Hasbro Children's Hospital, and a professor of pediatrics at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, added, "Previous findings in adults strongly suggest that free drug samples serve as a... (EurekAlert!)
The Bear Necessities Oct 5, 2008
(John Tlumacki/Globe Staff) TEXTBOOK CASE Manny Cunard, director of the Brown University bookstore, haunting the aisles ... BROWN UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE 244 Thayer Street, Providence, 401-863-3168. (Boston Globe)
Hovering Closer Oct 5, 2008
Brown University was too freewheeling for the kid I was at 17, even though I so wanted to think of myself as a student who didn't need structure. Had my mother done all the research and told me which schools would suit me best, I might have found a better match. (Boston Globe)
Dr. Joseph Gayles Jr., Morehouse visionary Oct 5, 2008
D. in chemistry from Brown University. He worked at IBM s research lab for about three years before going to Morehouse to teach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Site helps students cast absentee ballots Oct 5, 2008
Oliker-Friedland is a senior at Brown University and the co-founder of. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, October 05, 2008. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cassidy passes URI past Brown Oct 5, 2008
KINGSTON Derek Cassidy fired a career-high five touchdown passes as Rhode Island beat in-state rival Brown University 37-13 to win the Governor s Cup. Cassidy completed 25 of 37 attempts for 298 yards to help Rhode Island improve to 2-4 (0-2 CAA) Saturday. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Football Players and Coaches P... Oct 5, 2008
KINGSTON, R.I. - University of Rhode Island football head coach Darren Rizzi and Brown University football head coach Phil Estes spoke to members of the Rhode Island media at Cuccina Twist Restaurant on Tuesday to preview the 27th annual Governor's Cup. Rhode Island and Brown have met 92 times with Brown holding a 66-24-2 advantage, but since the beginning of the Governor's Cup in 1981, the two teams have split the last 26 games. (Gorhody.com)
Nick and Norah review: Well-chewed gum still has flavor left Oct 5, 2008
Norah, a possible future Brown University student and daughter of a famous record executive, is there with her BFF Caroline (Ari Graynor). Caroline is a childish, attention hogging drunk and yet in Graynors hands she is the life and soul of the film. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
WERS makes the grade as nominee for best college station Oct 4, 2008
The latest round, which began Monday and will continue until 10:59 a.m. this coming Monday, pits the Emerson outlet against stations from Seton Hall University, Ithaca College, Stony Brook University, and Brown University. The winning station will move on to battle for the top honors, which will be chosen by online voting from Oct. 20 through Nov. 7. (Boston Globe)
Ruth Ann Espo, 71, community activist Oct 4, 2008
She majored in English literature at Brown University, graduating on the dean's list in 1959. She met her husband of 48 years, Stephen C. Espo, while in college. (Boston Globe)
Michael Dougherty Named 2008 Draddy Award Semifinalist Oct 4, 2008
Football - Official Athletic Site of Brown University ... DALLAS, TX - Brown University senior quarterback (Davie, FL) has been named one of 164 semifinalists for the 2008 Draddy Trophy, as announced by the National Football Foundation ge Hall of Fame. (Brownbears.com)
LU to host actor/author Hill Harper Oct 3, 2008
He graduated magna cum laude from Brown University, then earned his law degree from Harvard and a master's degree from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. All Contents Copyright. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Mars: Ancient And Ongoing Processes That Shape Planet Surface Oct 3, 2008
10, 1999) Brown University planetary geologist James Head and five colleagues report topographical measurements which they say are consistent with an ocean that dried up hundreds of millions of years ago ... 24, 2005) Data freshly gathered by the Mars Express mission and analyzed by a team of scientists, including Brown University professor John Mustard, offer new insight into the mineral composition of Mars. (Science Daily)
Brewer is Executive Director of Downtown Network Heber Oct 3, 2008
Prior to joining Downtown Network Heber Springs, Leslie completed her education at John Brown University and received a Bachelor of Business Management. She has worked closely with Main Street Arkansas on several projects to revitalize downtown Searcy and has over ten years of marketing experience. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Phil Estes Show to be Broadcast Live from Café Paragon Oct 3, 2008
Football - Official Athletic Site of Brown University ... PROVIDENCE, RI - The Brown University athletic department, in conjunction with Nelligan Sports Marketing and 790 WPRV-AM, will be broadcasting the " Show" live from Caf; Paragon. (Brownbears.com)