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Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017
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PROFILE
Mind over matter: Her interest in the brain led her to computer science
"Your brain can store all of your experiences at some level. It doesn't store every detail," explains Emory computer scientist Avani Wildani. "If we can get a better idea of how information storage and reductionism work in the brain, perhaps we could translate that to a computer framework."

 

CONSERVATION
Experts warn of impending extinction of world's primates
Urgent action is needed to protect the world's dwindling primate populations, warns a group of more than 30 leading experts on primate conservation, including Thomas Gillespie, an associate professor in Emory's Department of Environmental Sciences.

 

RESEARCH
NIH taps into 'omics' capabilities at Emory and Georgia Tech
What happens to the myriad molecules in our bodies when we move? Led by Emory with collaboration from Georgia Tech, a team of proteomics, lipidomics and metabolomics researchers is contributing to a map of molecular changes during physical activity.

 

ENGAGEMENT
Activist Claiborne to address faith and the death penalty
Candler School of Theology is spearheading a three-city tour addressing the death penalty, featuring noted author and activist Shane Claiborne. Claiborne and local guests will speak at Emory on Feb. 3 and in Athens and Macon on Feb. 4.

 

HONORS
Emory professor wins National Jewish Book Award for debut work on Yiddish literature
Miriam Udel, associate professor of Yiddish language, literature and culture, has won the National Jewish Book Award in Modern Jewish Thought and Experience for her work, "Never Better! The Modern Jewish Picaresque."

INTERNATIONAL
From immigrant health to disability law, faculty exchanges broaden perspectives
As part of the university's global strategy, Emory has increased support for direct faculty exchanges. Meet scholars who are expanding their insight through international research.
 
Photo Galleries
 
100 Days 'Til Graduation
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Seniors celebrated a milestone Monday as the Emory Student Alumni Association hosted the 100 Days 'Til Graduation party at the Miller-Ward Alumni House. View more photos of the festivities.

Back-to-School Blizzard
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Emory missed out on real snow earlier this month, but flakes were falling Tuesday as the Student Programming Council hosted Dooley's Back-to-School Blizzard in Asbury Circle, complete with snowboarding, a snow machine and more. See additional photos of the fun.
 
Take Note
 
Rose Library announces new research fellowship, award opportunities
Rose Library announces new research fellowship, award opportunities

Emory Johns Creek Hospital to offer free health screenings at women's health event
Emory Johns Creek Hospital to offer free health screenings at women's health event

Workshop aims to help parents' schedules go 'from busy to balance'
Workshop aims to help parents' schedules go 'from busy to balance'
 
Emory Insider: Support
 
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Stressed out? Embracing and managing stress effectively is critical to your well-being. The Faculty Staff Assistance Program offers a variety of resources to assist you and your family with stress management.
 
In The News
 
Study: 30% of kids have two or more sugary drinks a day

 

Study: 30% of kids have two or more sugary drinks a day
Jan. 26 |  Miriam Vos |  CNN

How do you view this complex American moment?

 

How do you view this complex American moment?
Jan. 25 |  Joseph Crespino |  New York Times

NFL should hope Falcons win Super Bowl, professor says

 

NFL should hope Falcons win Super Bowl, professor says
Jan. 24 |  Mike Lewis |  WXIA-TV
 
Featured Events
 
Emory Young Artist Piano Competition Final Concert

 

Emory Young Artist Piano Competition Final Concert
Enjoy performances by talented pre-college pianists from around the Southeast and celebrate the winner of the competition.
When: Jan. 29, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
Admission: Free
Canvas 101

 

Canvas 101
Learn the ins and outs of Emory's new learning management system in a convenient online session. A second session will be held Feb. 3, also at 9 a.m.
When: Feb. 2, 9:00 a.m.
Where: Online
Admission: Free
Camp & Learning Expo 2017: "Discover Your Summer Adventure"

 

Camp & Learning Expo 2017: "Discover Your Summer Adventure"
Get information about nearly 80 summer camps and academic programs for children ages 5-17. The expo closes at 2 p.m.
When: Feb. 2, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Woodruff PE Center, 4th Floor Auxiliary Court
Admission: Free
 
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Women's basketball: Emory vs. Brandeis
When: Jan. 27, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Woodruff PE Center
Admission: Free
 
27
Jan.
 
Men's basketball: Emory vs. Brandeis
When: Jan. 27, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Woodruff PE Center
Admission: Free
 
28
Jan.
 
Violamania!
When: Jan. 28, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
Admission: Free
 
29
Jan.
 
Men's basketball: Emory vs. New York University
When: Jan. 29, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Woodruff PE Center
Admission: Free
 
29
Jan.
 
Women's basketball: Emory vs. New York University
When: Jan. 29, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Woodruff PE Center
Admission: Free
 
30
Jan.
 
When Protection Becomes Punishment: Policing the Public (Schools) in an Unequal City
When: Jan. 30, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Woodruff Library, Jones Room
Admission: Free
 
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Jan.
 
Info Session on Emory's Core Lab Facilities
When: Jan. 30, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Room 114
Admission: Free
 
30
Jan.
 
A Joint History of the English and French Languages
When: Jan. 30, 4:15 p.m.
Where: White Hall, Room 207
Admission: Free
 
30
Jan.
 
Concert: David Leinweber, piano
When: Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Oxford College, Williams Hall
Admission: Free
 
31
Jan.
 
Moving Organization Sites From Blackboard
When: Jan. 31, 10:00 a.m.
Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314
Admission: Free
 
01
Feb.
 
McDonald Lecture: "Who is Christ for Us Today? A Human Being Just Like Us But Raised from the Dead?"
When: Feb. 1, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Candler School of Theology, Rita Anne Rollins Building, Room 252
Admission: Free
 
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Feb.
 
Vocal Master Classes with Julia Faulkner of Lyric Opera of Chicago
When: Feb. 1, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Performing Arts Studio
Admission: Free
 
01
Feb.
 
Atari Age: The Emergence of Video Games in America
When: Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Oxford College, Williams Hall
Admission: Free
 
02
Feb.
 
The Evolution of Human Sleep
When: Feb. 2, 4:00 p.m.
Where: PAIS, Room 290
Admission: Free
 
02
Feb.
 
Water Challenges in the Southeast USA ("Tri-state Water Wars")
When: Feb. 2, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Room 1000
Admission: Free
 
02
Feb.
 
Gallery Talk: The New World in the Age of Shakespeare
When: Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Works on Paper Gallery
Admission: Free
 
03
Feb.
 
Executing Grace in Georgia: A Faithful Discussion About the Death Penalty
When: Feb. 3, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Glenn Memorial Auditorium
Admission: Free
 
 
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