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July 18, 2013 In the Spotlight
Researcher finds way to convert blood cells into autoimmune disease treatmentCells from one's own blood could be converted into a treatment for autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease, based on the discovery of a Purdue researcher. Chang Kim, a professor of comparative pathobiology, has created a way to direct the differentiation of T-cells, a white blood cell that is a key player in the body's immune system. The method uses naive T-cells, immature cells from which all T-cells develop, and induces them to become suppressive T-cells that block the development of painful inflammation associated with autoimmune diseases. Faculty and staff newsRetirement appointments, workshops available from FidelityMonthly presentations by Fidelity, Purdue's partner in helping employees plan and save for retirement, are being scheduled in buildings around campus. These sessions are among the ways employees can check their progress on establishing and meeting retirement goals. Purdue Today special issueA special Board of Trustees issue of Purdue Today will be sent Friday (July 19) at the conclusion of the board's scheduled meeting. The agenda for the meeting, which is scheduled for 1 p.m., is available on the Board of Trustees website. CSSAC sponsoring Purdue Days at Indiana BeachThe second set of Purdue Days at Indiana Beach, a resort and amusement park on Lake Shafer near Monticello, Ind., will be July 27-28. Sponsored by the Clerical and Service Advisory Committee's Purdue Employees Activity Program subcommittee, the days are open to all Purdue staff, faculty, retirees, and their family and friends. Purdue obituariesA list of obituaries of recent and retired Purdue faculty and staff is available as a PDF file here. General newsPurdue focusing on youth at 2013 Indiana Black ExpoHelping prepare youth to be global leaders will be Purdue's focus at the 43rd annual Summer Celebration of the Indiana Black Expo. PeoplePost wins highest research award given by Purdue College of PharmacyCarol Post has won the Chaney Faculty Scholar Award, the highest research award given to faculty by Purdue's College of Pharmacy. Research newsResearchers in various studies looking for participantsHere is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. Purdue sportsFor more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com. |
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