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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017

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 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 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 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'

Emory Insider: Support   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 Jan. 26 |  Miriam Vos |  CNN How do you view this complex American moment? Jan. 25 |  Joseph Crespino |  New York Times NFL should hope Falcons win Super Bowl, professor says Jan. 24 |  Mike Lewis |  WXIA-TV

Featured Events   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 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" 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

27 Jan. 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   30 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   01 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   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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