GMS Faculty, CTE Center Director Ann McKee, MD, Interviewed on Ex-NFL Player CTE Research and Findings
BU Finds CTE in Nearly 92 Percent of Ex-NFL Players Studied The Brink; February 7, 2023 The latest report by the Boston University CTE Center has diagnosed 345 former NFL players with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, out of 376 former players who were studied, a rate of 91.7 percent. The Brink spoke with CTE Director, More
Assistant Dean for Admissions, Diversity & Inclusion Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD, Presents on Genetic Essentialism at Feb. 1 C3 Seminar
The Community Catalyst Center welcomed Assistant Dean for Diversity & Inclusion Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD, to present on “Histories and Futures of Genetic Essentialism: On Bias, Its Origins, and Its Harms” during a Feb. 1 seminar held in the Instructional Building. Dr. Dasgupta’s seminar explored the history of eugenics and discussed its... More
A Statement from Associate Provost C. James McKnight
Dear GMS Community, As we mark the first day of Black History Month, Graduate Medical Sciences and the Community Catalyst Center stand in solidarity with our students, faculty, staff and wider community following the horrific killing of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police officers. Mr. Nichols’ death follows a string of harrowing acts... More
Join C3 on Wednesday, Feb. 1 for “Histories and Futures of Genetic Essentialism: On Bias, Its Origins, and Its Harms”
Join the Community Catalyst Center on Wednesday, Feb. 1 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a seminar on "Histories and Futures of Genetic Essentialism: On Bias, Its Origins, and Its Harms." The seminar, hosted in L-112, will be facilitated by Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD. Dr. Dasgupta is the Assistant Dean of... More
Dollar$ and $ense: January 2023
Complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA today! The 2023-2024 FAFSA is now available to complete for the next academic year. If you plan on using Federal Direct Unsubsidized and/or Federal Graduate PLUS Loan funds during the 2023-2024 academic year (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024), you will need to complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA. We... More
GMS Student Spotlight: Elle Timmerman (BMFS ’23)
Elle Timmerman is a third-year student in the MS in Biomedical Forensic Sciences program at Boston University Graduate Medical Sciences. She is a Vice Commander in the BU Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and will commission as a United States Air Force Officer working in criminal investigations upon graduation. Read... More
From The Brink: “NEIDL Researchers Discover New SARS-CoV-2 Weak Spot—Which Could Inspire Improved Vaccines”
NEIDL Researchers Discover New SARS-CoV-2 Weak Spot—Which Could Inspire Improved Vaccines The Brink; Jan. 11, 2023 A Boston University-led study has found that a viral protein known as NSP6 may be responsible for the COVID-19 Omicron variant's lower disease-causing potential (pathogenicity). The research, led by NEIDL scientists, was published online in Nature on... More
January Public Health Reminders
Please find a message regarding Spring 2023 public health reminders from Chief Health Officer Judy Platt, MD, below. Dear Members of our Boston University Community, Welcome back to campus as we head into the spring semester! Please read below for important public health reminders about: Masking requirements and recommendations COVID-19, including US... More
Maintaining a Healthy Campus
To: BUMC Faculty, Staff and Students From: Karen Antman, MD, BUMC Provost and Dean, Chobanian & Avedisian SOM Date: Jan. 1, 2023 RE: Maintaining a Healthy Campus Happy New Year! As we return to campus, Boston continues to have high levels of COVID-19, influenza and RSV. Masks: Massachusetts continues to require masks in all health-care locations. We also... More
Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD, and Karin Schon, PhD, selected as Assistant Deans for Diversity & Inclusion
Congratulations to GMS faculty Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD and Karin Schon, PhD, both selected as Assistant Deans for Diversity & Inclusion at the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine! They will serve in their roles alongside Alexis Ramirez, MD, and Ebonie Woolcock, MD. Read the full message from Associate Dean for Diversity... More
Cheers to a Successful Fall 2022 Semester at GMS!
To the GMS Community: Congratulations on closing out yet another successful semester at GMS! It has been a busy few months of classes, campus events, research and activities, and we have been thrilled to share it all with you. GMS truly thrives on the hard work, dedication and collegiality of... More
Dollar$ and $ense: December 2022
Complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA today! The 2023-2024 FAFSA is available to complete as of October 1st. If you plan on using Federal Direct Unsubsidized and/or Federal Graduate PLUS Loan funds during the 2023-2024 academic year (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024), you will need to complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA. We recommend doing... More
Enhancing Security on the Medical Campus
Boston University Medical Campus Office of the Provost Dec. 8, 2022 Enhancing Security on the Medical Campus We are enhancing the security posture on the Medical Campus. You will see an increased presence of public safety officers doing walk-rounds to deter non-affiliates from accessing our buildings. Beginning Dec. 17, IDs for all employees and students entering... More
Student Spotlight: Natalia Lopez (MSCR ’23)
Natalia Lopez is a student in the Graduate Medical Sciences Masters in Clinical Research program. She also works full-time as a Senior Clinical Trial Manager for Moderna, where she manages a global Phase I oncology trial. Natalia graduated from Boston University Sargent College with a BS in Health Science in... More
Volunteering Opportunities in and Around Boston This Season
Throughout the year, and especially during the holiday season, there are thousands of people in need throughout the Greater Boston area. Many organizations exist in and around the city that are critical to meeting these needs, and many of them are accepting volunteers. Below is a list of organizations accepting help... More
“‘Tis the Season to Mingle” Brings GMS Cheer to the End of the Semester
GMS students, faculty and staff celebrated the fast-approaching end of the semester at the 2022 'Tis the Season to Mingle mixer event, hosted on Thursday, Dec. 1 in the newly renovated L-405 space. Co-sponsored by the Community Catalyst Center and GMS Student Affairs, the mixer brought the GMS community together for... More
Where to See Holiday Lights and Holiday Performances in Boston
As the Holiday Season is approaching, more and more lights are starting to illuminate the city, and many of the city’s leading performing arts organizations are serving up an array of festive performances. Here are some of the best spots to visit with friends or family that are sure to... More
Reminder to Purchase Your Spring MBTA Semester Pass
BUMC Parking & Transportation Services Nov. 29, 2022 Now Accepting Spring MBTA Semester Pass Orders Parking and Transportation Services is now accepting Spring MBTA Semester Pass orders! Is the MBTA Semester Pass right for me? Maybe. In general, Semester Passes are only a good value for commuting students and those who use the MBTA very frequently (more... More
BUMC Public Safety Update (Dec. 1, 2022)
Boston University Medical Campus Office of the Provost Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022 BUMC Public Safety Update As the holidays approach and colder weather arrives, you will see an increased presence of public safety officers doing walk-rounds on campus to deter non-affiliates from accessing our buildings. Personal safety and security is a shared responsibility. Please wear your... More
Recommended Reads for Intersession
GMS Student Affairs and The Alumni Medical Library present the annual holiday raffle from the book list of Recommended Reads During Intersession. We hope you enjoy these titles recommended by the staff members of both GMS and the Alumni Medical Library! Enter the raffle to be 1 of 20 students to... More
Message from Associate Provost C. James McKnight on Colorado Shooting
Dear GMS Community, Graduate Medical Sciences and the Community Catalyst Center stand with our LGBTQIA+ community following the horrific attack at Club Q in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Saturday. We are committed to creating and supporting safe and affirming spaces for all students, faculty and staff at GMS and beyond. We... More
GMS Travels to Anaheim, CA, for ABRCMS Conference
Graduate Medical Sciences was thrilled to send several representatives to the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS), held from Nov. 9 through 12 in Anaheim, CA. For 20 years, ABCRMS has been a leading conference for underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Attending students had the chance... More
Dollar$ and $ense: November 2022
Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA today! The 2023-2024 FASFA is available to complete as of October 1st. If you plan on using Federal Direct Unsubsidized and/or Federal Graduate PLUS Loan funds during the 2022-2023 academic year (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023), you will need to complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA. We... More
Student Spotlight: Jhonatan Henao Vasquez
Jhonatan Henao Vasquez is a fourth-year PhD candidate in the Graduate Program in Molecular and Translational Medicine (MTM). Henao Vasquez entered Graduate Medical Sciences (GMS) through the Program in Biomedical Sciences (PiBS). He currently works in the Pulmonary Center, researching MIWI2 positive multi-ciliated cells. Fourth-year PhD candidate Jhonatan Henao Vasquez is... More
Happy First-Generation College Celebration Week!
Tuesday, Nov. 8 marked National First-Generation College Celebration Day, a day to celebrate the success and achievements of first-generation students across the United States. Boston University and the Newbury Center have marked the occasion with a week-long celebration program, full of events like workshops, social activities, seminars and networking opportunities. You can... More