Researchers find new clues in the brain linking pain and food
A new Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience study led by Paul Geha, an assistant professor of psychiatry, of neurology, and of neuroscience, suggests that circuitry in the brain responsible for motivation and pleasure is impacted when someone experiences pain. “These findings may reveal new physiological mechanisms linking chronic pain to a change in someone’s eating behavior,” says Geha. “And this change can lead to the development of obesity.”
In today’s issue:
Members of the University community are encouraged to fill out a survey on sustainability planning
Find details on this year’s Celebration of Authorship symposium
A webinar for faculty and staff covers options for refinancing student loans
The University has launched a planning process to create its first-ever sustainability plan. The plan will include University-wide goals, to be approved by leadership, and high-level strategies to achieve those goals. It is being developed by a collaborative process that includes many constituents across the University. In addition to listening sessions with various stakeholder groups throughout the University, a brief survey has been developed to gather thoughts and ideas about sustainability efforts and practices across campus to help inform the planning efforts. The survey will only take a couple of minutes of your time to complete.
Graduates students in AS&E are invited to a Pi Day celebration on Monday, March 14, to chat with the AS&E Graduate Student Associate and other graduate student groups. Meet other grad students and learn about ways you can get involved, upcoming events, and leadership opportunities. Free pie and pizza will be provided. Visit Havens Lounge, Wilson Commons, between 4 and 5:30 p.m.
EAP blog on creating an exercise routine you can stick to
Looking to reap the benefits of exercise, but struggling to make it part of your weekly routine? Read this month’s UR Medicine EAP blog to learn how to create a sustainable exercise routine. UR Medicine EAP is brought to you by Well-U, helping eligible individuals to assess issues, and provide short-term counseling and referrals.
Financial Health Bite: Refinancing student loans
Attend a webinar on Wednesday, March 16, at noon EDT to learn about the options for consolidating your federal and private student loan payments. This seminar will be conducted by a representative from Citizens Bank. There will be time for your questions at the end of the presentation. Register here.
Celebration of Authorship symposium
Are you the author of a major scholarly work published or recorded between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2021? If so, consider showcasing your work at this year’s Celebration of Authorship symposium.
This University-wide event hosted by President Sarah Mangelsdorf and Interim Provost Sarah Peyre honors University faculty and staff from all fields who have authored major scholarly achievements including printed and electronic books, articles, and published compositions. Authors will be on hand to sign copies of their works and discuss their inspiration. Copies of many of the works will also be available for purchase.
The event takes place Thursday, April 28, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Hawkins Carlson Room, Rush Rhees Library. Refreshments will be provided. Interested faculty and staff should email adele.coelho@rochester.edu by March 30.
If you’re between the ages of 18 and 55, you may qualify for an upcoming vaccine research trial to help end the other pandemic: HIV. Being in a study is like donating blood on a regular basis, and it is impossible to get HIV from study vaccines. Volunteers are compensated up to $750 for participation. Call the Rochester Victory Alliance at (585) 276-5212, or visit rochestervictoryalliance.org for more information.
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