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December 02, 2020

Volunteers ages 18 and older needed for Virtual Depression Study

You may be eligible to participate in a UAB research study comparing medications if you are 18 years of age or older, in good physical health, and have tried at least one antidepressant medication. You must be in a current depressive episode, feeling sad, down, hopeless, guilty, tense, or irritable. You will receive compensation for your time. Please call (205) 934-2484 or email lalexander@uabmc.edu for more information.

Published in Clinical Trials

December 02, 2020

Children’s book explores the roles of moms working in health care

“Is Mommy a Doctor or a Superhero?,” written by emergency medicine physician Amy Faith Ho, M.D., uses colorful illustrations and whimsical characters to show that doctor moms are heroes and children can find superheroes within themselves.

Published in Achievements

November 23, 2020

Blaze Leadership Academy alums give back through mentoring

UAB’s flagship training program for high-potential faculty and staff is accepting nominations for its 2021 cohort through the end of November. Three alumni share what mentoring has meant for them.

Published in Learning & Development

November 18, 2020

Kilgo’s longtime dedication to interdisciplinary education provides ‘invaluable, real-world experience’

University Professor Jennifer Kilgo, Ph.D., is the recipient of the Ellen Gregg Ingalls/UAB National Alumni Society Award for Lifetime Achievement in Teaching, the highest award for teaching presented by UAB.

Published in Awards & Honors

November 17, 2020

Schools, units find meaningful ways to connect — within limits

Here’s 7 alternatives to face-to-face team celebrations.

Published in Campus News

November 16, 2020

Serve up safety during this holiday season

retro art stream Thanksgiving and other upcoming holidays might look a bit different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic — UAB experts share guidance that can help keep the holidays festive while preventing viral spread.

Published in Retro'spectives

November 16, 2020

Are pieces missing from your depression treatment?

If you have major depressive disorder (MDD) and are in a current depressive episode, we invite you to learn about a research study of an investigational drug that is taken with your current antidepressant medication. In this study, researchers will evaluate the safety and efficacy of the investigational drug as an add-on therapy to your current antidepressant medication. To prequalify for this study you must be 18 to 65 years of age, have been diagnosed with recurrent MDD, be in a current major depressive episode for at least the last 8 weeks, and not experiencing a satisfactory improvement in your symptoms of depression with your current treatment. All study-related visits, tests, and drugs will be provided at no cost. In addition, reimbursement for study-related travel may be provided. Please call (205) 934-2484 or email lalexander@uabmc.edu for more information.

Published in Clinical Trials

November 16, 2020

Healthy volunteers ages 34-65 needed for study

Are you in good physical health? Are you Caucasian/white? Are you between the ages of 34 and 65? Have you never been diagnosed with a psychiatric condition? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study requiring a one-time blood draw. Compensation provided. Please call (205) 934-2484 or email lalexander@uabmc.edu for more information.

Published in Clinical Trials

November 16, 2020

Heterosexual sexually active women ages 18-45 needed for study exploring how bacterial vaginosis (BV) occurs in women

Heterosexual sexually active women ages 18-45 needed for study exploring how bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most common vaginal infection, occurs in women. If eligible, the study involves an anonymous survey, STD testing, and completion of twice-daily sexual/reproductive diaries, and self-collection of 3 twice daily vaginal swabs over an 8 week time period. Volunteers will be compensated $20 for screening, $25 for the enrollment visit, $20/week for drop-off of daily diaries and specimens (weeks 1-7), and $50 for the final weekly drop-off (week 8). Please call 205-934-8166 for more information.

Published in Clinical Trials

November 16, 2020

How one department invests in emerging leaders

Tina Simpson, M.D., director of Faculty Development in the Department of Pediatrics, explains the training and other resources available from her office.

Published in Learning & Development

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