https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/Microbiology-Immunology-Cell-Biology50 most recent storiesen-US9c9adc0e-fc49-4177-ac98-198646409cf3https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/news/articles/2026/04/09/wvu-dancers-excellence-on-display-at-spring-conferencessomempowerIn March, 19 WVU Dance majors and several faculty members traveled to Athens, Ohio, for the American College Dance Association East-Central Conference, hosted this year by Ohio University. During the conference, students and faculty have opportunities to present their own creative work for adjudication and feedback; attend workshops, classes and panel discussions with dance professionals; network with artists in the field and build connections and friendships with dancers from other higher ed institutions.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-17T10:08:29-04:00e94009ce-acc5-47f2-8759-737e044081dchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=micb-lab-olympics-brings-students-and-faculty-togethersomempowerThe Winter Olympic Games may be over on the international stage, but things were just heating up in Morgantown, as the School of Medicine's Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Cell Biology hosted its third annual MICB Lab Olympics.  Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-10T08:47:03-04:00b2b4a86b-3a40-4833-a353-7e07aac11fb9https://theconversation.com/what-are-hela-cells-a-cancer-biologist-explains-169913In an amazing twist of fate, the aggressive cervical cancer tumor that killed Henrietta Lacks, a 31-year old African American mother, became an essential tool that helped the biomedical field flourish in the 20th century. As a cancer researcher who uses HeLa cells in my everyday work, even I sometimes find it hard to believe.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-09T14:45:51-04:00d8c14c96-8c5a-4c58-942e-a9fc12034b86https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-immunology-and-medical-microbiology-program-to-hold-open-housesomeducateProspective students interested in learning more about the WVU School of Medicine's Immunology and Medical Microbiology (IMMB) bachelor's program are invited to an open house on Friday, April 10, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m at the WVU Health Sciences Center in Morgantown. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-31T11:09:58-04:00e310d3ea-fe57-4f19-b169-3e06cb6537f4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-student-selected-for-american-society-of-microbiology-student-ambassadorsomenagaeCallie Ancosky, a sophomore in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology program at West Virginia University, was selected to be the West Virginia student ambassador for the American Society for Microbiology (ASM).  Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-11T12:25:00-05:00e1ced262-5bb0-4794-b73a-5aca427c8167https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=md-phd-student-combines-research-and-medicine-to-advance-pancreatic-cancer-research-fundingsomdiscoverAlyson Stevens began college with a strong passion for pancreatic cancer research, but little did she know her initial interests would lead her to supporting cancer research efforts at the national level in Washington, D.C.  Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-14T15:43:49-05:00e7323c49-9bbc-46c6-b6c1-546b3c0a6c8dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=three-immb-students-selected-to-be-spring-2026-presidential-student-ambassadorssomempowerCatherine Evans, Daniel Kaddar and Sarah Rahin, sophomore Immunology and Medical Microbiology students at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, have been selected to serve as Spring 2026 Presidential Student Ambassadors. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-10T09:50:13-05:0057ee6d79-45a3-41a3-8430-134876577d5ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-medical-microbiology-students-present-at-autumn-immunology-conference_0Students from the West Virginia University School of Medicine Immunology and Medical Microbiology program presented their research projects at the 53rd Autumn Immunology Conference (AIC) in Chicago, held November 21–24.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-04T13:39:50-05:00ced8028f-1e13-4c2c-afc7-85306fb80e8bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=basnet-recognized-at-annual-cancer-immunotherapy-conferenceAngisha Basnet, a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, has been recognized with a 2025 Young Investigator Travel Award at the 40th Annual Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) Meeting, held November 5–9 in National Harbor, Maryland. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-18T21:03:25-05:00658e77f4-61f9-46a8-a9d3-09acfe122e62https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-ph-d-candidate-presents-and-awarded-at-aacr-special-conferenceAngisha Basnet, a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis Program at West Virginia University, was selected as a speaker for the plenary session at the AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research: Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Research—Emerging Science Driving Transformative Solutions, held from Sept. 28 to Oct. 1 in Boston, Massachusetts.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-15T10:21:16-04:0044c05f16-958f-4bed-a72c-30efb5773b50https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-immunology-and-medical-microbiology-student-conducts-research-through-suresomempowerWhat if the timing of a treatment could change the way cancer responds? That's the question WVU School of Medicine student Kyle Carpe is hoping to answer. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-07T09:15:04-04:001f2334e1-8682-44c5-8225-9ca28871a09chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-ph-d-candidate-to-present-at-2025-pancreatic-cancer-action-netMercy Ojetunde, a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis Program at West Virginia University, has been invited to present her research at the 2025 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Scientific Summit September 27 - 28, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-25T14:19:14-04:0046213a02-6773-436a-8fdd-d940f74dabe0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-medical-microbiology-student-presents-covid-19-antibody-research-at-wv-inbre-symposiuAllison Kidd, a junior in the immunology and medical microbiology (IMMB) program and former Health Sciences & Technology Academy (HSTA) student, presented her research at the West Virginia IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence's 23rd Annual Summer Research Symposium, held at the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center in Huntington, West Virginia.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-18T14:41:16-04:002dd32c30-9c91-46e7-b85d-120c307624e9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-expands-global-impact-through-gabon-appointment-with-support-from-west-virginia-national-guardsomengagesomhealAs a prominent land-grant and flagship R1 institution, West Virginia University is expanding its global engagement through an academic appointment in Gabon, supported by the West Virginia National Guard's State Partnership Program. The initiative demonstrates WVU's commitment to collaboration, knowledge exchange and service.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-02T12:03:33-04:00bf6b8a39-de31-4d98-836a-a5079ac22568https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immb-students-at-wvu-tackle-real-world-health-challenges-through-summer-researchsomenageFrom investigating stroke disparities to exploring cancer metastasis and developing future treatments for Alzheimer's disease, students in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology (IMMB) program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine are spending their summer contributing to impactful biomedical research.Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-25T16:26:25-04:0038b10b68-af06-4206-9d21-727f15ba3a75https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/05/20/wvu-researchers-test-ai-s-limits-in-emergency-room-diagnosessomenageArtificial intelligence tools can assist emergency room physicians in accurately predicting disease but only for patients with typical symptoms, West Virginia University scientists have found.Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-23T11:16:46-04:004cefaf00-c453-4640-b9dd-568b1292b794https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/05/05/top-wvu-seniors-named-8-honored-with-2025-order-of-augustasomeducateEight remarkable members of the West Virginia University Class of 2025 who have distinguished themselves through academic excellence and by making significant contributions on campus, across the Mountain State and beyond have been honored with the Order of Augusta, the most prestigious University student award.Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-04T14:27:45-04:001f4bff7d-f272-4df1-9130-e613ab522f3fhttps://www.thedaonline.com/news/university/infectious-diseases-specialist-breaks-down-bird-flu/article_ad9ff548-f86c-11ef-937e-4bbf1e1b3873.htmlBird flu could pose a threat to Americans as cases slowly rise and spread across the U.S. Dr. Arif Sarwari, infectious diseases specialist at the WVU School of Medicine, broke down symptoms of the disease and how to prevent it.Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-11T08:42:05-04:002cae1678-2cee-4ce6-a1f8-dfc740351854https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/03/03/more-than-just-tutoring-wvu-academic-support-programs-foster-learning-combined-with-belonging-and-growthsomempowerWhen it comes to supporting students on their academic journeys, West Virginia University walks the walk by addressing specific program and course support in innovative ways.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-03-14T13:51:22-04:00a44648e2-9e26-4da2-9543-c9eec548f10dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=lei-appointed-to-american-association-for-cancer-research-science-policy-and-government-affairs-commDr. Ming Lei, a leading expert in biomedical research and policy, has been invited to serve as a member of the science policy and government affairs committee for the American Association for Cancer Research. The appointment, announced by AACR president-elect Dr. Lillian L. Siu, begins immediately and extends through April 2028.Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-31T10:39:07-05:00a61fac55-a63c-4afb-9c45-73e5030f3300https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-student-makes-connections-through-science-and-sportssomdiscoverMuch like participation on an athletic team, healthcare professions require dedication, hard work and collaboration. At West Virginia University, senior Mason Nunley has thrived in team environments as a student in the immunology and medical microbiology program and as a member of the WVU Ski Club.Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-24T13:50:17-05:004a008683-11eb-4e81-94f6-49089188fe30https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-graduate-student-awarded-gossling-scholarshipThe Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology in the West Virginia University School of Medicine has announced Lillie Powell the recipient of the 2024 Gossling Scholarship. "I am extremely honored to have been selected for this award, and am excited for the opportunities it will provide myself and my lab in the future," she said. Powell is a third year doctoral candidate in the Lukomski lab, investigating mechanisms of antibiotic resistance in group A Streptococcus as well as alternative treatment strategies. "This is my fourth year of research in the lab, as I am an IMMB-IMP direct entry student. I love how supportive, collaborative and engaging the IMMB/IMP programs and MICB department are and am thankful for being able to continue the work I started as an undergraduate student," she concluded. William Frank Gossling created the Gossling Scholarship in memory of his wife, Jennifer, who graduated with her doctorate in microbiology in 1973. This annual award supports graduate student research in the Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis Graduate Program. For more information about the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology, visit medicine.wvu.edu/micro.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-08T12:27:29-05:0096ed269d-8e8e-416d-b1e4-55cb03788a56https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-medical-microbiology-students-awarded-at-autumn-immunology-conferenceStudents in the WVU Immunology and Medical Microbiology program attended the 52nd Autumn Immunology Conference (AIC) held November 22-25, in Chicago, to present their research projects. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-06T16:08:48-05:00fe2b524b-b068-4cef-8911-5a678710792ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fromclassroom-to-camp-immb-student-takes-microbiology-concepts-to-state-s-youthssomempowerCampfires, songs, and… antibody structures? It doesn't sound like your typical summer camp experience. But there's nothing "typical" about West Virginia University college students traveling the state and giving youths as young as eight and as old as 21 the opportunity to participate in hands-on science, technology, engineering and math learning.Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-15T13:27:21-05:00b7961e62-38ce-4c69-b6fa-5a81aaaab19chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-medical-microbiology-student-wins-first-place-at-abasm-conferenceImmunology and Medical Microbiology undergraduate student Sam Ulicny was awarded first place in the Undergraduate Poster Presentation in the Medical Microbiology category at the 2024 Allegheny Branch, American Society of Microbiology Conference (ABASM). Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-11T09:19:26-05:004a99d9cd-c2d5-4200-825b-ceb6afbd9626https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/08/27/wvu-names-2024-class-of-ruby-fellowssomeducateThree promising researchers pursuing doctoral degrees at West Virginia University are receiving funding from the Ruby Scholars Graduate Fellows Program to aid in their future academic endeavors.Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-05T14:28:54-04:005f225fd7-74d6-4d3d-9f99-7185cc885919https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/08/21/scholarships-empower-wvu-students-to-gain-experience-explore-opportunitiessomempowerWest Virginia University students are enriching their college experience by exploring exciting opportunities — and occasionally finding joy in the unexpected — thanks to private scholarship support.Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-03T08:31:06-04:00a4db8734-a954-4ca4-b539-1056a117b7c3https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/07/24/wvu-scientists-taking-a-close-look-at-what-causes-immune-cells-to-attack-the-central-nervous-systemsomenagaeA West Virginia University immunologist is exploring how the interaction between two types of immune cells within the central nervous system covering causes multiple sclerosis to develop. The findings could provide a pathway to new strategies for treating the disease and other neurological disorders.Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:34:44-04:00b11dfaad-1c04-4453-aa1a-118127ac4bbfhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=alumni-update-immb-alum-savannah-sims-discusses-her-experience-atschool-of-medicinesomempowerDuring a recent return campus visit to speak to current students, Savannah Sims recounted how she found her love for science during her time in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology bachelor's program at the WVU School of Medicine.Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-20T11:42:55-04:003efe695a-363d-41bd-b3e0-eafc411f478chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=student-interns-participate-in-wvu-cancer-institute-summer-research-programThe West Virginia University Cancer Institute has welcomed five student interns to the WVU Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown to participate in its nine week Summer Undergraduate Research Program.Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-03T11:22:33-04:000182f2be-6300-4f0a-8e41-48480b41c0b2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-medical-microbiology-alum-found-passion-for-research-at-school-of-medicinesomempowerWhen Annabelle Smith came to West Virginia University, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in the medical field, but she wasn't sure what her path would be. While working in the lab at the School of Medicine, she found her love for research. Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-30T09:02:26-04:002b068bce-df76-4e63-a8a7-37422a5c7f65https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immb-student-explores-opportunities-beyondclassroom-atschool-of-medicinesomdiscoverFrom going on study abroad trips to engaging with guest speakers, Allie Douglas, a student in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, is making the most of opportunities outside of the classroom. Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-07T08:59:22-04:00c15aef57-374a-44cf-9144-b749ee8905e0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=microscope-core-welcomes-full-time-employeeThe Microscope Imaging Facility announced that Jordan Pascoe has joined their team in February 2024. He will be working alongside Neil Billington as an imaging specialist.Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-29T08:39:29-04:0096a36b6b-e0d1-45af-a6a0-8620fe07f2c1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-explore-origins-of-medicine-during-study-abroad-trip-to-italysomenagaeStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Florence, Italy as part of the School of Medicine's Immunology and Medical Microbiology Class: Origins of Western Medicine.Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-24T12:49:10-04:00856bfc99-65f3-43ef-b892-cc52cb23bddchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-graduate-student-awarded-at-annual-translational-research-cancImmunology and Microbial Pathogenesis graduate student, Angisha Basnet was presented with the AAI Young Investigator Award for her presentation titled, "Unraveling the role of myeloperoxidase during pancreatic cancer progression and immunotherapy response" at the 2024 Translational Research Cancer Centers Consortium.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-03-08T09:59:27-05:0074fb3360-f38d-4405-afc3-03ad25affb05https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-graduate-student-awarded-at-annual-pharmaceutical-sciences-resDylan Thomas, an immunology and microbial pathogenesis doctoral student in the Microbiology, Immunology, and Cell Biology Department, was recently awarded first place for his podium presentation titled, "Predictive Potential of MPO Activity in Melanoma Immunotherapy Response," at the 14th Annual Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Symposium at Duquesne University.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-11T13:08:35-05:00eb9d9f55-30ae-42b4-be02-19910d1b4cf4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-graduate-students-awarded-at-autumn-immunology-conferenceUndergraduate Immunology and Medical Microbiology and graduate Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis students attended the 51st Annual Autumn Immunology Conference (AIC) held November 17-20th in Chicago. The students were accompanied by Professor Jon Busada, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Microbiology, Immunology, and Cell Biology Department.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-11T13:09:54-05:004343a22d-5ab9-49c2-8507-431b8e1672c8https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=immunology-and-microbial-pathogenesis-graduate-students-awarded-gossling-scholarshipThe Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology has announced Sara Druffner and Katie Lee as recipients of the 2023 Gossling Scholarship.Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-11-02T13:13:12-04:004f63fbe1-7087-459e-a982-d7b72e0b6cc2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=participation-in-global-organization-prepares-wvu-student-for-career-in-medicineA West Virginia University School of Medicine student is helping address health challenges and improving well-being through education, research, service and advocacy as a Consortium of Universities for Global Health Trainee Advisory Committee member.Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-25T13:16:33-04:005c3634a8-d9fb-482a-8247-e43aec0398c7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-community-to-host-several-wvu-diversity-week-eventsThe West Virginia University Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Diversity Week Sunday, Sept. 17, through Saturday, Sept. 23. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T11:54:32-04:00d3d15f03-0a4d-4f5c-8f73-9c6c65ae7d7ehttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/08/25/wvu-researchers-weigh-pros-and-cons-of-code-interpreter-await-upgradessomdiscoverWhile West Virginia University researchers see potential in educational settings for the newest official ChatGPT plugin, called Code Interpreter, they've found limitations for its use by scientists who work with biological data utilizing computational methods to prioritize targeted treatment for cancer and genetic disorders.Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-29T13:49:50-04:003b2d600c-864d-4d58-a127-720f0080f599https://undergraduateresearch.wvu.edu/whats-new/2023/08/02/2023-summer-undergraduate-research-symposium-winners-and-runners-upCongratulations to the category winners and runners-up from WVU's 16th Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium held on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Thank you to all of our presenters for sharing your research and scholarship from this past summer!Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-07T15:10:56-04:008fe41301-46e5-4d1a-8c57-ece8b0236b07https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/08/07/wvu-names-2023-class-of-ruby-fellowsFive students, each deeply passionate about their education and research, are receiving funding from the Ruby Scholars Graduate Fellows program to aid in their future academic endeavors at West Virginia University.Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-07T12:07:34-04:00639ca5a5-b7be-466d-80c3-7d113022fa84https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=three-wvu-school-of-medicine-students-recognized-with-2023-outstanding-graduate-student-awardsThree students from the West Virginia University School of Medicine have been recognized with the Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education's annual Outstanding Graduate Student Awards in the areas of Outstanding Leadership, Service and Mountaineer Values.Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-08T12:21:47-04:00b009688b-5f47-4573-882c-9678e4cbd263https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2023sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded faculty members promotions that were effective July 1, 2023. Additionally, several faculty members were awarded emeriti status. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-01T15:40:10-04:00ff316e33-27b4-4cf2-b310-a6570993b048https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=barbier-appointed-microbiology-immunology-and-cell-biology-chairsompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine has named Mariette Barbier, Ph.D., as chair of the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology, effective July 1.Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-07-25T11:46:18-04:00cc6b99bf-d060-4d9d-9104-67f641c25cd0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-cancer-institute-summer-undergraduate-research-program-welcomes-4-interns-to-morgantown-campussompurposeFour interns from colleges and universities across the country are on West Virginia University's Health Sciences Campus this summer to explore causes and potential treatments of cancer through the WVU Cancer Institute Summer Undergraduate Research Program.Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-11-28T08:50:26-05:00578e093f-f68c-474d-a980-9d692b3f20edhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-wvu-researchers-use-chatgpt-to-teach-codingsomdiscoverGangqing "Michael" Hu, associate professor with the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology recently explained how students can utilize ChatGPT to code in bioinformatics. Hu was able to capitalize on the workflows within the chatbot to teach students how to tweak chatbot prompts for optimal responses and ensure accuracy. Hu discussed this work in the State Journal and the journal Nature.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-07-07T16:46:52-04:003f267812-c95d-453a-9f4e-3210645ea019https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/05/08/wvu-tapped-to-transform-neuroscience-research-in-the-mountain-stateWest Virginia University will help elevate neuroscience throughout the Mountain State by ramping up academic scientific research, making strategic faculty and staff hires, and adding state-of-the-art infrastructure to address the field's most perplexing challenges.Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-05-08T11:00:07-04:000648e846-dfb3-48cf-9c3e-b9723e3af322https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medical-students-were-among-those-recognized-for-research-during-van-liere-research-conferencesompurposeThe 2023 Van Liere Research Conference presented by WVU Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education was held at the Health Sciences Center Jan. 25-26.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-17T15:30:58-04:00