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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020

RESEARCH COVID-19 vaccine tested at Emory spurs immune response in older adults A Phase 1 trial of an investigational mRNA vaccine to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection has shown that the vaccine is well tolerated and generates a strong immune response in older adults. Emory was one of three sites in the nation to enroll adults ages 56 and older as part of the trial. WELLNESS Find ways to 'Refresh from Stress' even in challenging times The Faculty Staff Assistance Program and Healthy Emory are partnering once again on 'Refresh from Stress: 30-day Inspiration' to encourage faculty and staff to take simple steps toward improving stress management and resilience. The program runs during October. SUSTAINABILITY Emory compost streams temporarily diverted to landfills Although Emory's compost is currently being sent to landfills after the vendors that handle it were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is encouraged to keep sorting trash in the recycle, compost and landfill bins while Campus Services negotiates with new vendors. CREATIVITY October brings the arts to all with virtual concerts, theater productions and more October arts activities at Emory include a free virtual concert featuring internationally acclaimed flutist, saxophone player and pianist Jane Bunnett Cuban with the award-winning jazz ensemble Maqueque on Oct. 2.

Take Note   The virtual Winship Win the Fight 5K has begun; join daily challenges to show support Stop by Ebrik Coffee Room at the Carlos Museum for to-go options

'YOUR FANTASTIC MIND'   Trace the opioid crisis: Watch episode 4 of the “Your Fantastic Mind” television series, focusing on the opioid crisis in Georgia. Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the crisis and what treatments hold hope for those affected. Then tune in to GPB on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 8 p.m. for an episode on using deep brain stimulation to treat depression.

Featured Events   Presidential Debate Analysis The Emory Alumni Association and the Barkley Forum for Debate, Deliberation and Dialogue host a conversation the day after the first presidential debate. When: Sept. 30, 5:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Conversation: "Loss and Resurrection" Lens-based artist and photographer Manjari Sharma discusses images documenting her mother's ongoing battle against dementia. She sees things from several perspectives: daughter, artist and neuroscientist. Sharma also is one of the contributing artists to the Carlos Museum’s “Transcendent Deities of India” exhibit. When: Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free

Emory In The News   When being tired is actually depression Sept. 28 |  Nadine Kaslow |  Huffpost How a conservative 6-3 majority would reshape the Supreme Court Sept. 28 |  Tom Clark |  ABC News A theory about conspiracy theories Sept. 28 |  Shauna Bowes |  New York Times

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