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Congratulations to Dr. Zachary Carson, Assistant Professor of Instruction, @utmbson Undergraduate Studies!
He was one of our two innovative nursing leaders selected for the Ohio State University College of Nursing's Innovation Fellowship Program. Great work!
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Well-being is essential for everyone at UTMB! As part of National Postdoc Appreciation Week, Wellness Coordinator Patrick Bean stopped by to teach our postdocs some valuable ways to take care of themselves while at work – from tips for injury prevention to stretches.
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We are celebrating our newly promoted professors!
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Qingjie Li on his promotion to Professor with Award of Tenure in the @UTMBDOM at the @UTMB_JSSOM! This promotion recognizes Dr. Li’s impactful contributions to healthcare. Well deserved!
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Happy National Postdoc Appreciation Week!
The @UTMBGSBS kicked off the celebration with an award luncheon by reflecting on 150 years of postdoctoral scholars.
Congratulations to our six award winners! We hope all our postdocs enjoy the events planned throughout the week!
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UTMB faculty: The Academic Enterprise Office of Wellness introduces "Wellness in Focus," a new series offering practical, evidence-based strategies to support your health and well-being.
Join us 9/24 to hear from Sr. Exercise Physiologist Tyler Morrison: utmb.us/glw
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Last week’s Afternoon Tea session put a spotlight on mentorship in academic medicine. UTMB Geriatrician Dr. Mukaila Raji has made it a priority to support students and young faculty navigating their careers. We thank him for sharing his wisdom to benefit so many others!
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Congratulations to Dr. Cecil Kumfa on her appointment as holder of the Margaret E. and Horton F. Manning Fellowship in Geriatrics. She serves as Medical Director of the Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) Unit and Assistant Professor, @UTMBDOM Division of Geriatrics in @utmb_jssom.
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Congratulations to Dr. Janice Jones Endsley on being named Associate Dean for Discovery Science at @utmb_jssom!
She is Chair of the Department of Microbiology & Immunology and an accomplished microbiologist, educator, and academic leader with two decades of service to UTMB.
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Step into wellness with Walktober! This 30-day wellness challenge is designed to inspire our UTMB community to make walking a daily habit.
Registration is now open! UTMB faculty, staff and students: learn more and sign up to join us this October: utmb.us/gjd
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The Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice welcomed the UTMB community back for a new academic year, helping them make new connections over snacks and activities.
Thanks to those who came!
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Congrats to Dr. Qingjie Li, Professor in @UTMBDOM Gastroenterology, @utmb_jssom! He was awarded a new @CPRITTexas research grant for "Development of ASB-1 as a novel therapeutic for prevention and treatment of colitis-associated colorectal cancer.” Outstanding work!
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We had a wonderful time celebrating our amazing UTMB faculty last week at the 2026 Faculty Recognition Reception! Thank you to all who made it a special and meaningful event.
See photos, the program booklet, and the 2026 honoree spotlight video: utmb.us/g9v
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Congratulations to Dr. Uzoma Obi-Nwankwo, Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice in @UTMBFamilyMed, @UTMB_jssom!
She was named to @thefactsnews 2026 "Leaders Under 40." We’re proud of her commitment to family medicine and her community!
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We are proud to celebrate our new endowment holders! Dr. Aimee Jackson is holder of the Carolyn Nelson-Becker, RN, CNM, EdD Professorship in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is the Sr. Director of Clinical & Admin Operations for Regional Women’s Services & Pediatrics. Congrats!
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The Greater Texas Gulf Coast Engage Me Series kicked off this academic year with a discussion on Respiratory Disease Care and Prevention.
Thank you to our expert panel!
Next event is on Oct. 9
Topic - Space Medicine: A Focus on Women’s Health
Details: utmb.us/elh
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The annual Faculty Recognition Reception is one of our favorite events of the year! We celebrate our award honorees and the accomplishments of faculty members across all schools. We invite all UTMB faculty members to attend tonight's celebration: utmb.us/g9v
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With a remarkable record of scientific breakthroughs and an entrepreneurial mindset, Dr. Alexander Bukreyev has dedicated his life’s work to turning scientific discovery into solutions.
He will receive the Faculty Innovation Award tonight, 9/10! Info: utmb.us/g9v
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We are happy to announce a new National Institute on Aging research grant awarded to Drs. Balaji Krishnan (Neurology) and Surendra Sharma (Ob-Gyn/Pediatrics) in @utmb_jssom: "ApoE-Tau axis in preeclampsia, a severe pregnancy complication, and neurodegeneration." Congratulations!
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Celebrating our newly promoted professors! Congrats to Dr. Alok Dabi on his promotion to Professor of Clinical Practice, @utmb_jssom Neurology, effective 9/1. We applaud his outstanding work to advance our UTMB missions!
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For Dr. Neil K. Mehta of @utmb_spph, excellence in research is driven by a commitment to understanding – and ultimately improving – the health and longevity of populations.
He will receive the Faculty Excellence in Research Award on 9/10! Info: utmb.us/g9v
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