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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 U-M’s collection of digitized papyrus stands at 500 By Joanne Nesbit News and Information Services Preserving text and the ability to access that text goes back to the ancient libraries of Alexandria and Pergamum. But the Michigan papyri digital project and those that have stemmed from it are giving…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Nominations open for Neubacher Award The Council for Disability Concerns is asking for nominations for the 1996 James Neubacher Award. The award is given annually to individuals who serve as advocates for equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities. Now in its seventh year, the award is a…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Computer age lends itself to urban legends, folklore By Joseph M. Saul Information Technology Division Have you ever received e-mail warning you about a “new computer virus engineered by a user of America Online that is unparalleled in its destructive capability?” Did the message say that this virus is…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Computer simulation lets scientists ‘watch’ magnetic field lines By Sally Pobojewski News and Information Services Like a river delta meandering to the sea, magnetic field lines called vortices flow through superconductors in streams that pool and eddy behind obstacles and merge into broad channels in open areas, according to…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Mulé will be Maude T. Lane Professor in Surgical Immunology James J. Mulé, professor of surgery, also will hold the Maude T. Lane Professorship in Surgical Immunology. His additional appointment, effective March 15, was approved by the Regents. “The Lane Professorship was established last December through a bequest from…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Michigan Radio schedules rebroadcast of ‘Dresden Remembered’ Area listeners will have another chance to tune into Michigan Radio’s award-winning documentary “Dresden Remembered” April 16. The show, which recently won a Merit Award from the Michigan Ass ociation of Broadcasters (MAB), commemorates the 50th anniversary of the bombing of Dresden…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Pearson receives Susan B. Anthony Award Sheryl S. Pearson, associate professor of English language and literature at the U-M-Dearborn, received the campus’ Susan B. Anthony Award at a Feb. 29 ceremony. The Susan B. Anthony Award is “presented to an individual whose life and deeds exemplify the dedicated efforts,…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Regents grant emeritus status to two faculty Two faculty members were given the emeritus title by the Regents at their March meeting. Those retiring are Kan Chen, professor of electrical engineering and computer science, and of urban, technological and environmental planning, and research scientist; and Donald S. Strachan, professor…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Medical School environment ‘unwelcoming’ to minorities and women, study shows By Julie Peterson News and Information Services Women and minorities find the Medical School to be an uncomfortable and unwelcoming environment, and experience that environment very differently from white males, according to the results of a cultural diversity audit…
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March 19, 1996
The University Record, March 19, 1996 Michels gives first Waggoner Lecture on ‘coming ethical crisis’ By Michelle Donaldson Medical Center Public Relations The shift toward managed care demands that a new code of ethics be established to protect the sacred relationship between doctor and patient, and to uphold the ideals and responsibilities of medical practice.…
