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Air Force, UC expand medical research

Dayton Daily News Tuesday, September 21, 2010

University of Cincinnati signed a six-year contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory, receiving $24 million for medical research. The research includes studying how the medical environment on board airplanes affects the body, treatments for this outcome, and how much oxygen is needed when using an oxygen-concentrated device at higher altitudes. UC hopes to have more research projects under this contract and expand their work with Air Force personnel at Wright-Patterson.

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Ohio Justice & Policy Center helps fight for ex-offenders to have a fair chance at employment

CNN Tuesday, September 21, 2010

David Singleton, executive director at the Ohio Justice and Policy Center, helps fight for ex-offenders to have a fair chance at employment. Singleton, along with other local governments in various states, suggests banning the criminal history section on a job application. CNN also featured Dr. Victoria Garcia, an Ohio professor of surgery and pediatrics, who believes there is a direct relation between unemployment and gun violence.

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Portland streetcar success has fueled interest elsewhere

USA Today Tuesday, September 07, 2010

The streetcar built in 2001 in Portland, Oregon has now inspired other cities, including Cincinnati, to build streetcars in a time of rebirth for the city. Portland's streetcar proved to be a success
by transforming a neighborhood with boutiques, condos, and restaurants. The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded 258.6 million dollars for streetcars in various cities.

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Cincinnati Children's Hospital lands $12M for epilepsy research

MedTimes Tuesday, September 07, 2010

The National Institute of Health granted 11.7 million dollars to Cincinnati Children's Hospital for epilepsy research. The four-year study includes comparing the long-term effects of three different
drugs used to treat epilepsy. 441 patients and 31 medical centers will be involved to find the best treatment for those who suffer from epilepsy.

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UC to invest one million for Indian students

The Economic Times Tuesday, August 24, 2010

University of Cincinnati plans to invest one million dollars in undergraduate scholarships for Indian students. Beginning in 2011, the university will issue two full scholarships to Indian students who have overcome substantial disadvantages while pursuing education. UC has a population of 2,000 international students, who also have the advantage of receiving scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 per year.

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Cincinnati area is home to thrills, fun of all kinds

The News Herald Tuesday, August 24, 2010

A writer at News-Herald in Northern Ohio praised Cincinnati as a great escape from home with many attractions such as King's Island and the Cincinnati Zoo. King's Island offers a variety of rides, including the largest wooden coaster in the nation, and a fifteen-acre water park with price included in the admissions. The Cincinnati Zoo houses a variety of species with a cleanly atmosphere and many activities to enjoy.

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Wrongly imprisoned, Cavs fan starts fresh

Yahoo Sports Tuesday, August 17, 2010

A wrongly accused man of rape, Ray Towler, was sentenced to prison in 1981 for life. With no hope of returning to a normal life outside of the prison walls, an Innocence Project consultant from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, Mark Godsey, changed the outcome of his life. Using new DNA technology for evidence, Godsey proved Towler innocent, allowing Towler to start a fresh new life in Cleveland, Ohio.

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UC and XU among the Princeton Review's best 373 colleges

The Princeton Review Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Princeton Review published its annual college guide, "The Best 373 Colleges." The University of Cincinnati and Xavier University both ranked on this list among only fifteen percent of the nation's four-year colleges. Princeton Review ranks schools based on institutional data, school visits, student feedback, and staff opinions.

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UC students test dive mechanical dolphin tails

Physorg.com Tuesday, August 03, 2010

University of Cincinnati's School of Architecture and Interior Design created and tested prosthetic tails in the Florida Keys. The mechanical foot fins allow swimmers to move like a dolphin and swim twice as fast as an Olympic swimmer. The "Retail Design" course linked design students with entrepreneurs and it will be presented at an international design conference in August.

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A 'Best' hospital for Cystic Fibrosis kids

U.S. News & World Report Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Cincinnati's Children's Hospital has pushed since 2001 to become one of a handful of elite Cystic Fibrosis Centers for kids. The hospital sought a "pursuing perfection" grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and used tools such as using evidence-based medicine, collecting and sharing data, learning from other centers, defining goals, collaborating with families, and adopting electronic records. Kids with CF suffer daily by participating in four hours of treatment to pursue a normal lifestyle. By adopting these new tools, the hospital pushes to improve the quality of life for their patients.

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UC researchers find changes in fat cells linked to diabetes

sify news Tuesday, July 13, 2010

A research team at the University of Cincinnati recently found that cellular changes in fat tissue leads to type 2 Diabetes. Formerly believed to be linked to the immune system, this new research suggests otherwise as it may provide knowledge about different drugs to treat type 2 Diabetes and an insight into how aggressive cancers form. Researchers looked at the role of a gene known as protein kinase C, which has a dual role in the molecular signaling that leads to inflammation.

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Children's Hospital implements its own version of health-care reform

Harvard Business School Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Two Harvard Business School professors explore how Cincinnati Children's Hospital implemented its own version of health care reform and transformed performance levels from below average to the top ten percent of the industry. One of the key players at the hospital, Dr. Uma Kotagal, used funding for a series of improvement projects such as an education program within the hospital on improvement science and the use of employees to serve as internal quality improvement consultants. This model at Children's Hospital shows that small changes can lead to significant change in the future.

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UC part of Iraq education partnership

Cincinnati Business Courier Tuesday, June 29, 2010

The University of Cincinnati is among five universities to support and give resources to five Iraqi Universities. This linkage gives the universities a chance to transform Iraq's program and create a self-sustaining partnership. This program will focus on courses in basic English, education, economics, business, and finance.

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Cincinnati Zoo's Go Green Garden installs a Windspire wind turbine

Zoo & Aquarium Visitor Tuesday, June 29, 2010

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden installed the Windspire® wind turbine to help power the ticketing and membership building. This cost and energy efficient turbine produces approximately 2000 kilowatt hours per year in 12 mph average winds. The addition demonstrates the Zoo's dedication to going green and furthers its reputation as the greenest zoo in the country.

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Children's Hospital fights pediatric obesity

NBC Nightly News Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Pediatric surgeon Dr. Thomas Inge at Cincinnati Children's Hospital discusses pediatric obesity and weight loss surgery on teens. Prevention and education are the first solutions, but weight loss surgery has been a success by decreasing serious health problems such as diabetes and sleep apnea.

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