Updates & Resources
Keep personal computing devices secure and up-to-date
Jack Kufahl, the UMHS chief information security officer, recently reminded us of the importance of regularly improving our information security procedures. This message is especially significant as we see increased use of mobile and personal devices to share personal, research, patient, and other sensitive data. To protect the UMHS network when we log in with our own devices, our IT teams are taking additional steps to improve security.Traditionally, Apple iOS devices have not been susceptible to security holes, but hackers are getting smarter, and there are weaknesses even within Apple’s iOS if a device is not upgraded with the latest version.…
New graduate course series: Scientific Methods for Health Sciences
UMHS faculty have developed and implemented a new and innovative graduate methods and analytics course series, Scientific Methods for Health Sciences (SMHS): HS851, HS852, HS853. These Rackham-approved courses will be offered in a sequence, Fall 2016, Winter 2017, Fall 2017, respectively. The three courses (four credit hours each) cover modern techniques, utilize open-source software, and employ powerful case studies to demonstrate Big Data management, applied inference methods, develop skills for handling, harmonizing, aggregating, processing, analyzing and interpreting model-based (e.g., GLM) and model-free (e.g., unsupervised machine learning) methods. The courses emphasize scientific formulation, analytical modeling, computational tools, and applied statistical inference…
Monthly radiation dosimeters due
Monthly radiation dosimeters (“badges”) are due for exchange today, Aug. 1. Please return your July dosimetry to your departmental dosimetry contact and retrieve your August dosimetry. The wear period is printed on…
Apply now for Patient Education Awards
It’s time to apply for Patient Education Awards! The Patient Education Awards Committee is accepting applications to fund patient education materials until Aug. 11.Departments may apply for funding to develop new patient education materials or to purchase commercially-available materials. To learn more about the types of items that may be considered, allowable expenses and evaluation criteria, read the call for applications. The application can be accessed online.Funding decisions will be announced after Sept. 16.UMHS faculty and staff representing departments and units (not consortiums) are eligible to apply.If you have any questions regarding the funding process or completing your proposal, please…
Providing support for our breastfeeding mothers
In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, it is important for all faculty and staff to be aware of available resources for breastfeeding mothers and infants. UMHS nursing provides these resources online…
August healthy eating tip: It’s all about fiber
Most Americans are eating only about half as much fiber as they need. Fiber is found naturally in whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes. Research shows that consuming an adequate amount…
Workshop: Part-time research for the busy clinician
Many clinicians are interested in doing research but not necessarily as their primary career aspiration. It is often difficult for faculty on the clinical track to get dedicated time for research, especially in the absence of grants, which are becoming increasingly harder to get.Join us for this workshop where we will explore strategies and ideas for doing research that can closely align with your clinical field without the necessity of becoming a bench researcher. The workshop is facilitated by Peter Farrehi, M.D., assistant professor of internal medicine and Lisa Jackson, M.D., associate professor of internal medicineObjectives:Outline novel ideas that can assist faculty…
Workshop: Decoding biomedical research at U-M
Have you ever wondered how to navigate the complexities of the research enterprise at the University of Michigan? Here is your opportunity to hear from the leaders of various research offices and how they can help you find your way along your research project route map. Whether you're new to research at Michigan or are a seasoned PI, you're sure to learn something new at this session to help you focus on great science while others assist you with the details. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with the panelists one-on-one over lunch. Panelists Brenda Eakin, Instructional Designer in the Education…
Stay safe: Use designated employee entrances only
There has recently been an increase in employees using Dock V to enter the B2 level of University Hospital. Please be advised that this is not an employee entrance and, due to truck traffic and receiving work, is a safety risk for those who use it. Here is what you need to know:Instead of using Dock V at University Hospital, all employees must use the Cancer Center employee entrancePallets and pallet jacks on the dock create a risk for serious injury for those not authorized to be in the vicinitySecurity at the dock will be enforcing protocol in the area and prevent…