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April 2013 calendar

UConn Health Center April Programs, Events

Here’s what’s happening in April and early May 2013.

Dr. Pooja Luthra Doctors Day Award 2013

Health Center Honors Pooja Luthra with Doctor’s Day Award

Luthra cited for her dedication to excellence and commitment to her patients.

Kevin Claffey and Irina Bezsonova

Two Health Center Researchers Awarded Biomedical Research Grants

Kevin Claffey and Irina Bezsonova are studying diseases associated with tobacco use.

President Susan Herbst speaking at the first State of the University address on April 5, 2012.

President Herbst to Present Second Annual State of the University Address

President Susan Herbst will review the University's progress over the past year and her vision for the future in her address on Thursday, April 4.

Regina Cusson, dean of nursing on March 25, 2013. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Names New Dean of School of Nursing

Regina Cusson, an expert on advanced nursing practice, has been named dean following a national search.

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A World Traveler Supports UConn Study Abroad

Dr. Michael Rosen, an alum with two degrees from UConn, has established a fund to encourage students in the physical and life sciences to study abroad.

Nurturing Families Network

Nurturing Families Network Accepts Award from Auxiliary

The UConn Health Center Auxiliary has donated $1,000 to the Health Center’s support program for first-time parents.

Tech Fair UConn Health Center

Health Center Employees Test New Technology

More than a dozen vendors display their products at the ACC Technology Fair while medical staff vote on their favorites.

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DNA Sequencing: Changing the Landscape of Science and Biology

Health Center researchers are at the forefront of new discoveries about the smallest molecules that have a major impact on human health.

Musculoskeletal Institute Recognized for Quality in Spine Surgery, Joint Replacement

The UConn Health Center has earned “Blue Distinction” designations for spine surgery and total joint replacement.