Updates & Resources
Plan ahead and expect delays: Main St. repaving project
Please be advised that a repaving project along Main Street in Ann Arbor will begin Monday, Aug. 1. Expect some delays and single-lane closures during construction. One lane will be open in each direction through the entirety of the project. Pay attention to all signs and barriers as they will help improve traffic flow and congestion. Here is what you need to know: Main Street will undergo resurfacing between M-14 and the I-94 Business Loop (Huron St.) One northbound lane is expected to be closed between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. One northbound lane is expected to…
Exercise class offered to seniors
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation offers “Functional Fitness for Older Adults,” an eight-week exercise program specifically for those 62 years and older.The goal of the class is to provide proven exercise interventions to help older adults combat the physical effects of aging such as muscle loss, weight gain, compromised balance and reaction time, worsened posture, flexibility and increased frailty.Maybe you have a parent who is struggling with mobility issues? This class might be best for them.Participants are introduced to various strength and cardiovascular equipment in addition to beneficial posture, balance and stretching exercises. Classes take place twice a…
Learn how to think like a grant reviewer at mock study section
Are you writing a career development or R01 grant? Register now for a mock study section, which will help you understand how NIH grant reviewers think. As one of nine grant reviewers, you will discuss actual 12-page K and R grants (already submitted in some version to the NIH). You will learn what happens behind the closed doors in a real K or R grant review. It’s a true-to-life simulation guaranteed to raise your score. This event is ideal for fellows and early career faculty who are writing career development and R01 grants. It simulates an NIH study section in…
Five triggers for the summertime blues
With shorter days and cold temperatures that make it tough to absorb much-needed Vitamin D from natural light, the winter months are a common culprit for the blues. But seasonal depression…
Free MHealthy exercise classes offered Aug. 1-5
From Aug. 1 through Aug. 5, anyone interested in trying out a 100-level spring/summer MHealthy exercise and relaxation class can attend for free (space permitting). If you are thinking of signing up for a class in the fall, this is a great opportunity to try it out before joining. Click here to view the spring/summer schedule. Registration for fall 2016 classes opens Aug. 8 with classes beginning Sept. 8. View the schedule online now to get an early look at what will be available. MHealthy offers more than 100 classes, including favorites like yoga, Pilates, Zumba, strength training, spinning and step…
Apply now for translational research pilot grants
Are you looking for funding for an innovative research project? Does your research address an area of clinical and translational science or a community-identified health priority? If so, you are encouraged to apply for the Translational Science Award pilot funding. The funding is offered by the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR). Applications are open to faculty from all schools and colleges at the University of Michigan, as well as partners affiliated with community and patient coalitions and groups, nonprofit organizations, government, and other agencies outside the university.. MICHR has restructured its pilot grant funding to encourage applications…
Plan ahead and expect delays
Please be advised that construction on Observatory St. is set to enter its next phase, beginning Tuesday. Be sure to plan ahead and expect delays. Also remember to remind patients and visitors to build in extra time when traveling to the area.During the project, pay attention to all signs and barriers as they will help improve traffic flow and congestion. Here’s everything that you need to know:Observatory St. between East Medical Center Drive and Geddes Ave. will remain closed.Washington Heights remains a two-way street with access from East Medical Center Drive and dead ending at Observatory St.Traffic heading south of…
Disclose outside interests in M-Inform
This is a reminder to review and update your job-related outside interest disclosure in M-Inform. Managers, faculty and staff who are required to annually disclose job-related outside interests received an e-mail reminder at the beginning of July followed by periodic reminders until they have logged into M-Inform and completed their disclosure(s). If not engaged in a job-related outside interest, please note that you must still log into M-Inform to complete conflict of interest training and attest to having nothing to disclose. The email reminder includes a link to M-Inform and instruction on how to complete your disclosure. M-Inform Disclosure Guidance: For…