Wilmot Cancer Institute researchers are a step closer to understanding the complex gene interactions that cause a cell to become malignant. In a new study led by Hartmut Land, the Robert and Dorothy Markin Professor of Biomedical Genetics and deputy director of the Wilmot Cancer Institute, and Matthew McCall, an associate professor of biostatistics and of biomedical genetics, the group used network modeling to hone in on a set of such interactions that are critical to malignancy, and likely to be fertile ground for broad cancer therapies.
In today’s issue:
TIAA offers tools and tips for retirement planning
University employees can learn more about the Warner School of Education at an information session this week
Eastman Opera Theatre’s season continues with a production of La Calisto
Since yesterday’s @Rochester update, there are 36 new cases of COVID-19: 12 River Campus students, 11 River Campus employees, two Eastman Campus students, and 11 Medical Campus students. Please note that the University’s COVID-19 Dashboard is updated when a new case is reported. Find the latest COVID-19 messages and updates here.
A reminder on face masks: they must be worn properly, covering the nose and mouth, indoors on the University’s campuses and properties. Visit the face mask FAQ page for full information. Face masks with air valves are not permitted, nor are face shields alone without a proper face mask underneath.
“Expectations matter tremendously,” says Narayana Kocherlakota, the Lionel W. McKenzie Professor of Economics. “You’re trying to see, as a policymaker, how permanent do people believe inflation is going to be, because the more they believe it’s going to be permanent, the more tendency there is for it to become permanent.”
Start the new year on the right path to retirement
TIAA’s retirement saving tips and planning tools and calculators can help to formulate a plan that will meet your individual financial retirement goals. Set up a free individual consultation to ensure you are on the right track to financial well-being. Visit TIAA.org/schedulenow or call (800) 410-6497 to schedule a consultation.
Explore graduate program offerings at the Warner School
Join Warner School of Education admissions at a virtual information session for University employees on Thursday, January 6, from noon to 1 p.m. EST to learn more about graduate programs in counseling, educational leadership, education policy, health professions education, higher education, human development, online teaching, program evaluation, and teaching. The next application deadline is March 1. Contact Warner School’s admissions office with questions. Learn more and register to attend the upcoming admissions information session.
Institute of International Education's Scholar Research Fund research grants
As a member of the Institute of International Education’s Scholar Research Fund, University scholars who are dedicated to human rights, academic freedom, and the work of the fund are eligible to apply for grants of up to $25,000 that will help fund original research or other projects. Applications will open on January 10 and will be accepted through February 15. Additional information about the research grants, including an FAQ and instructions on how to apply, will be available in early January. Email global@rochester.edu with questions
Department of Public Safety canned food drive for River Campus Food Pantry
The Department of Public Safety is hosting collection sites throughout River Campus and the Medical Center Campus for canned food goods and nonperishable dry foods for the River Campus Food Pantry through January 28. Find drop-off locations and items in need here. The River Campus Food Pantry serves and supports all University students and postdocs who are food insecure through an in-person location at 105 Wilson Commons, as well as through an online order form.
Eastman Opera Theatre’s season continues with La Calisto
Eastman Opera Theatre presents the baroque opera La Calisto by Francesco Cavalli, January 29–30 and February 3–6. Performances will take place at the Eastman Opera Theatre scene shop at 1344 University Avenue. Tickets for the production are $20 for the general public and free to University ID holders and may be purchased at the Eastman Theatre Box Office a 433 East Main Street or online.
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