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Population genomics researcher joins CBTS faculty 

Dr. Austin Reynolds, an expert in population genomics, joined the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth as assistant professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics. Reynolds’ research explores human genomic variation and its influence on health and disease. His lab combines…
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Dr. Amber Heck gives plenary presentation at educators conference

Dr. Amber Heck, Associate Professor of Microbiology, Immunology & Genetics, delivered the plenary lecture at this week's Health Professions Educators Conference. Her presentation was titled "Constructivism in the Classroom: Laying the Foundation for Active Learning," Here's a summary of her talk: In health professions education, educators are challenged to create learning environments that support students’ understanding of…
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CBTS celebrates faculty promotions 

The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth recently announced promotions for seven College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences faculty members.   Please join us in congratulating the faculty members who received promotions:   Rance Berg, PhD, promoted to professor Michael Coble, PhD, promoted to professor Harlan Jones, PhD, promoted to professor with…
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Dr. Nicole Phillips earns HSC’s 2024 Faculty Achievement Award

On May 1, Dr. Nicole Phillips, assistant professor, microbiology, immunology and genetics, in the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences was awarded The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth’s prestigious Faculty Achievement Award. The Faculty Achievement Award Committee annually selects one winner based on a nominee’s achievements in teaching, research and…
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Dr. Amit Tripathi receives award for innovation in cancer research 

Dr. Amit Tripathi, a postdoctoral researcher in the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth was honored recently with the P.R. Vijayalaxmi Award for Innovation in Cancer Research 2024 by the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research. The award was granted for…
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Congratulations 2024 CBTS Award Winners

On Friday, April 19, the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences celebrated the remarkable achievements and outstanding contributions of its students, faculty and staff at the annual CBTS Awards Celebration. Outstanding students were honored with Dean's Awards and Program Awards. The Student Association of Biomedical Sciences also awarded faculty, staff and students for outstanding teaching…
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Congratulations 2024 RAD award winners

College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences students and postdoctoral scientists earned awards for the research at 2024 Research Appreciation Day at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. RAD is an institutional tradition encompassing medicine, public health and basic science. The program provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to…
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Check out the new CBTS newsletter

CBTS has launched a new newsletter to celebrate our accomplishments and highlight all the ways that our teams are making a difference day in and day out. The newsletter is full of stories that exemplify the spirit of collaboration and professionalism in CBTS and confirm our mission to solve critical health challenges as leaders in…
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Sabrina White shares leadership journey at Board of Regents meeting

We are extremely proud of Sabrina White, a PhD Candidate who studies tick-borne diseases and tick microbiomes in Dr. Michael Allen's Lab. Sabrina represented CBTS during the Student Spotlight portion of the UNT System Board of Regents meeting this week. As president of the Student Association of Biomedical Sciences, Sabrina shared her story and highlighted…
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CBTS PhD graduates will recite “The Biomedical Scientist’s Oath” at commencement 

Each year at HSC’s commencement ceremony, many of our new graduates recite oaths to pledge their commitment to the standards of their chosen professions.  This year, for the first time ever, College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences PhD students will join their fellow graduates by reciting The Biomedical Scientist’s Oath.   We are excited for our…