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12/17 Winter Storm Advisory
Boston University Medical Campus will be open Thursday, Dec. 17, but all classes and exams for BUSM, GMS and SPH will be held remotely. BUSM Medical, PA and GMS students who are assigned to inpatient services or clinics are expected to be present, if possible. Students who are assigned to outpatient services should check with their course director and... More
Prepare Your Workspace for Intersession
Please follow the guidelines below when leaving the Medical Campus for intersession. Offices/Clinical/ Research Areas In offices, turn off all electrical devices (computers, monitor, lights, portable heaters, copiers, printers, coffee pots and lamps). Unplug holiday decorations. Remove any trash with food to common area containers. Close and lock windows. Lock office doors. Set back temperature of... More
Center for Translation Neurotrauma Imaging Creates New Research Avenues for Neuroscience Community
The Center for Translation Neurotrauma Imaging (CTNI) at BUSM has revolutionized brain imaging and greatly enhanced neurotrauma research, thanks to a 4.9 million dollar Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) grant and new state-of-the-art equipment. Housed in the core facility of the Center for Biomedical Imaging (CBI), the CTNI is led by co-directors Stephan Anderson, MD, and... More
GSDM, BUSM Researchers Receive NIDCR R01 Grant
Researchers at the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and the School of Medicine have received a five-year, $3.2 million National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) R01 grant. This grant will fund research into the role of b-catenin/CBP signaling in the epigenetic regulation of cellular plasticity in head and neck cancer progression. The... More
OHC Satellite Clinic to Open on Medical Campus
The Occupational Health Center (OHC) satellite clinic will open on Monday, Dec. 14, serving BUMC faculty and staff for work-related injuries/illnesses, post-offer examinations, work-related immunizations, pulmonary function tests, and bloodborne pathogen exposures. More
Message from Karen Antman, MD, BUMC Provost and BUSM Dean
We are seeing greater than 90% compliance with masking and physical distancing, but we must do better – especially when eating and after regular business hours. Observe COVID-19 safe behavior during breaks, at lunch, off hours and off campus. More
Reminder: Where to Eat on the Medical Campus
Eating and/or drinking is permitted only in designated areas, but not in public spaces such as the L Building Lobby, the library or any classroom. More
Thanksgiving Week, Intersession BUMC COVID-19 Testing Site (R-107) Hours
Get the schedule for BUMC COVID-19 testing. More
Holiday Travel Guidance and Compliance Expectations
Information about travel and testing guidance, compliance expectations, and scheduling test appointments. Message from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Gary Nicksa, Senior Vice President for Operations More
Thanksgiving Guidance for Students
Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, make wise choices. Message from Kenneth Elmore, Associate Provost and Dean of Students. More
11/6 Updated Massachusetts Public Health and COVID-19 Safety Protocols
We must do better, and we can do better. Please review and implement these public health practices. Message from Kenneth Elmore, Associate Provost and Dean of Students. More
Veteran’s Day and COVID-19 Testing Compliance
Please read two important updates regarding testing compliance surrounding the Veteran’s Day holiday. More
COVID-19 Compliance and Enforcement
Information for all students on compliance. See message from Kenneth Elmore, Associate Provost and Dean of Students. More
“Back to On-Campus Work,” Phase 4 Guide
Message from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Gary Nicksa, Senior Vice President for Operations. More
Dr. Joseph Mizgerd to Deliver 2020 University Lecture
From Cough to COVID: How Respiratory Infections Produce Problems and Our Bodies Fight Back Nov. 17 | 5 p.m. | Zoom event RSVP by clicking on the following link: 2020 University Lecture Upon registration, you will receive an email with login details for the event. Established in 1950, the University Lecture spotlights the outstanding and thought-provoking research of a... More
Important Updates on Compliance with COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols
Message from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Gary Nicksa, Senior Vice President for Operations. More
Alumni Medical Library Safe Behaviors/Practices Project
The Alumni Medical Library, assisted by a team led by Tom Rose, PhD, Director, HR & Team Member, Healthway Surveillance and Response, is conducting a pilot study observing safe behaviors practiced by students on L-11, L-12 and L-13. More
UPDATE: Where to Eat on the Medical Campus
As the weather turns colder and given that face coverings must be worn in public places such as the L Building lobby, library and classrooms, you will need to find other places to eat. While outdoors is still preferred, here are some choices for you to consider. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 24
Researchers please review plans and submit revisions as needed as research activities continue to ramp up on campus. The Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine held a virtual training for its new Carbon M Series 3D printer (a large-scale production printer capable of printing 20 dental models in as little as two hours) More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 17
Sign up for the BUMC Flu Shot clinic Sept. 21-25. Researchers, PPE is available through the PPE Supply Center. The Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine continues to move forward with Phase 3 resumption of in-person patient care. More
9/22 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: A Conversation with José Massó
A Conversation with José Massó, producer and host of WBUR’s ¡Con Salsa! Sept. 22 | 5 p.m. | Via Zoom Please use this link This promises to be a lively conversation addressing Hispanic affairs, racial relations, the Spanish language, music and culture, and the current social climate in our community. The event will be led by Dr. Rafael Ortega, More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 10
Check out "Ask the Expert," a new Q&A feature, revised classroom hours, Zoom reminders, and research and GSDM updates. More
Plan for Symptomatic Student Testing for All BUMC Students (MD, GMS, Dental, SPH)
Boston Medical Center is providing on-campus testing thru its Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) Clinic for BUMC students who have symptoms and are advised by BU Healthway, BU’s SHS portal to its COVID-19 community health services, to get COVID testing. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 3
The virtual GMS Orientation for incoming Master’s and PhD students was held on Monday, Aug 31. GSDM will expand its Saturday schedule beginning Sept. 12. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Aug. 27
BU moves forward in phase 3 of its four-phase reopening and provides a clear explanation of the required public health guidelines. GSDM will open its new Simulation Learning Center on Saturdays, beginning Aug. 29, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. for pre- and postdoctoral academic sessions and individual practice. More