Welcome to the March 2010 edition of E-Insight, the monthly online magazine for faculty, staff, students and alumni. Below is a list of articles and links to read more about what is happening at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Colorado State University. If you have news you would like to see in E-Insight, drop an e-mail to E-Insight Editor Carol Borchert at carol.borchert@colostate.edu, or send a hard copy to E-Insight, CVMBS Office of the Dean, Attn: Carol Borchert.
Update from the Dean’s Office
In the Dean’s Update, Dr. Lance Perryman provides an update on the College’s financial picture and upcoming events. Full story…
Animal Cancer Center Announces New Leadership
Dr. Steve Withrow, co-founder of the Animal Cancer Center, will be stepping down as Director to refocus on clinical services and research. Dr. Rodney Page will become the center’s new director this summer. Full story…
Liposome Targeting Technology for Cancer Therapeutics with NeoTREX and Jovesis
NeoTrex, the private arm of the Cancer Supercluster, is helping to bring a new cancer therapeutic to the private market. Full story…
CSU Enters Partnership to Research Carbon Ion Therapy for Cancer Treatment
Japan, home to two of the world’s three carbon ion cancer treatment centers, is partnering with CVMBS researchers to explore innovative cancer therapies. Full story…
Veterinary Teaching Hospital Hosts 31st Annual Open House
The popular open house event at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital is back for its 31st year. Full story…
The Fast and The Furriest Brings Pets and People Together for a Good Cause
It’s always a fun time at the Fast and the Furriest Race, where participants can run with their dogs (cats, snakes, goats, etc.) for a good cause. Full story…
Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity set for April 20
Colorado State University students show their creativity and research prowess at the Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity event in April. Full story…
Frontiers in Biomedical Sciences Welcomes Dr. Thomas Cech
Nobel Laureate Thomas Cech engaged a full house in a lively discussion on current research in his lab at the University of Colorado. Full story…
Rocky Mountain Reproductive Sciences Symposium, April 17
Ovarian cancer is the focus of the Rocky Mountain Reproductive Sciences Symposium set for April 17. Full story…
Taking Care of Needy Animals a Calling in Donor’s Life
Larry Shackman has a soft heart for animals with special needs, and does what he can through donating his time, home and money to help them have a better life. Full story…
Heart to Heart Pet-a-Rama Raises Awareness/Funds for Animal Heart Center
The Animal Heart Center was the focus of attention at the Heart to Heart Pet-a-Rama held in Phoenix to raise funds to expand the center’s research programs. Full story…
Departmental Seminars and Programs
Departmental/program seminar schedule for March 2010. Full schedule…
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