Toxicology Track

Weekly Newsletter of the MSU Center for Integrative Toxicology
Director: Norbert Kaminski/Editor: Lois Furry

October 8, 2007, Vol. 30, Number 36

Seminars this week/Seminars upcoming/Conferences/Positions

Seminars this week

The Cell and Molecular Biology Program research forum with Daniel Nevares will be held on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 1 p.m. in 2245 Biomedical Physical Sciences.

The Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Department presents Jennifer Edwards, Ohio State University, to speak on “Gonococcal Nitric Oxide Respiratory and Detoxification Mechanism Contribute to Infection of Primary Cervical Epithelial Cells ” on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 4:10 p.m. in 1415 Biomedical Physical Sciences.

*The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology presents Annette Fleckenstein, Dept. of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City to give this year's Kenneth E. Moore Distinguished Alumnus seminar on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at noon in B448-9 Life Sciences. Her topic is "Stimulant-induced alterations in vesicular monoamine transport: Implications for neurotoxicity and neuroprotection."*

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department presents Dr. Allen Orville, Brookhaven National Laboratory, to speak on "Probing Flavoenzyme Catalysis with Correlated Crystallographic, Spectroscopic and Computational Methods" on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. in 101 Biochemistry.

The Instititue for Food and Agricultural Standards present David Danks, Assistant Professor from Carnegie Mellon University and the Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition, who will speak on "Integrating Causal Knowledge: Challenges and Some Responses" on Friday, October 12, 2007 at noon in 48 Agriculture Hall.

*Fulfills seminar requirements for the Environmental and Integrative Toxicological Sciences Graduate Programs.  Seminars that fulfill this requirement are archived at http://www.cit.msu.edu/Graduate%20Program/seminars.html.

Seminars upcoming

The Graduate School Hans Kende Memorial Lecture Series on Integrity and Mentoring in Research presents Dr. Paul Friedman, professor emeritus of radiology, University of California, San Diego to speak on "An Introduction to Integrity in Research" on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. in Big Ten B, Kellogg Center. Reception to follow. Please register via email to gradwrsp@msu.edu. Include your name, department, email address, and the name of the lecture.

The CIT is hosting a lecture by Albert E. Munson, director of the Health Effects Laboratory Division for the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, at noon on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the Holden Hall Hunt Club. Lunch is included. Reservations required at tox@msu.edu.

Conferences and other events

Students in the Environmental and Integrative Toxicological Sciences program are reminded of the requirement for training in research ethics offered by the University. Specific information and a complete description of all the sessions in the Responsible Conduct of Research Seminar Series is available at the series' web site: http://grad.msu.edu/all/respconduct.htm

The College of Veterinary Medicine’s Phi Zeta Research Day will be held on Friday, October 12, 2007. The activities include 29 oral presentations and 59 poster presentations by students and faculty. Dr. Scott Weese, from the Ontario Veterinary College, will give a keynote addresss “One Medicine; Emerging Infections Diseases and an Old Concept” at 3 p.m. in G-a50 Vet. Med. Center. For more information, go to http://cvm.msu.edu/org/rgs/phizetaday.html.

The Graduate School is holding a Graduate Student Reception on Thursday, October 18, 2007 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Big Ten Room C, Kellogg Center. This is an opportunity to network and meet with graduate student organization leaders, faculty, and administrators. $100 drawings and prizes for graduate students. RSVP to gradwrsp@gmail.com or call 353-3262.

Waters Corporation will hold a Bioseparations Seminar on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 from 8 a.m. to noon in 1425 Biomedical Sciences Building. This educational seminar will introduce you to new Waters technologies specifically developed for biomolecule analysis and isolation. LC/MS sample preparation platforms, UltraPerformance LC® , High Definition MS™, FDA CGMP compliance, and isolation strategies will be addressed. Register at www.waters.com/seminars.

The University of Michigan Center for Risk Science and Communication presents the 2007 Bernstein Symposium: Nanotechnology and Health: Evidence and Impact on October 25-26, 2007 at the Biomedical Science Research Building (BSRB) 109 Zina Pitcher, Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Center, under the leadership of Dr. Martin Philbert, has put together a program that will bring together leading scientists and policymakers to examine the emerging field of nanotechnology, its potential impact on human health, and the growing debate over whether and how to regulate nanotechnology products. A broad array of expert speakers will present including Christine Todd Whitman, former MI U.S. Rep. Joe Schwartz, Risk Perception law expert Dan Kaham, EPA administrator George Gray, NIOSH Nano Group member David Warheit, and NPR Science Reporter Richard Harris. Registration deadline is October 15, 2007. For more information, go to
http://www.sph.umich.edu/riskcenter/index.htm.

The following MSU Statistics workshops are now accepting registrants: “Intermediate Data Analysis Using SPSS" on October 19, 2007; and “Mixed Model Analysis of Research Data” on November 2, 2007. For detailed information and to register, go to http://www.cstat.msu.edu/.

Experimental Biology 2008 will take place April 5-9, 2008 in San Diego, California. Abstracts are being accepted until November 7, 2007. For more information, go to http://www.eb2008.org/.

Positions

The Department of Anesthesiology Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management, the University of Miami, invites applications for appointment at the level of Post-Doctoral Fellow/Scientist from candidates with hands-on experience with molecular and cellular biology including documented scholarly achievements involving the use of molecular, cellular, histological or biochemical assays. A PhD; MD; or DVM with a minimum of 1+ year of experience with mouse genetics and in vivo models is required.  Qualified candidates should possess: laboratory experience in molecular and cellular biology, in situ hybridization, quantitative PCR, RNA interference, immunohistochemistry, ELISA, microarray technology, murine genetics, and transgenic model development.  A proven working knowledge of cloning, cell culture, PCR, RT-PCR, protein expression and analysis is required. Additional experience with FACS, conditional gene targeting, pharmacology, and drug development, are a plus. Good oral/written communication skills, problem-solving, flexibility, and the ability to integrate detailed analysis into a larger disease-oriented context are expected. The ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team is required. More information on the department is available at: http://anesthesiology.med.miami.edu/.  Applications should include curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, no more than three selected reprints or preprints, and the names of three individuals who can supply letters of reference to: Roy C. Levitt, MD, Professor and Director of Translational Research; Department of Anesthesiology Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management, University of Miami, Gautier Building, Office 416, 011 NW 15th Street, Miami, FL 33136, 484-557-0944 cellular, rlevitt@med.miami.edu.

The Department of Anesthesiology Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management, the University of Miami, invites applications for appointment at the level of Research Assistant Professor from candidates familiar with in vivo models and mouse genetics. A PhD; and/or MD; and/or DVM with a minimum of 3+ years of postdoctoral experience with a strong background in with mouse genetics and in vivo models is required.  Qualified candidates should possess: laboratory experience in murine genetics, transgenic model development and characterization, gene mapping, pulmonary exposure systems, measurements of pulmonary physiology, collection of bronchoalveolar lavage, cell counts and differentials, pulmonary tissue examination, and animal handling.  The ability to integrate diverse sets of information and work within a multi-disciplinary team is required.  In addition, experience in molecular and cell biology, in situ hybridization, quantitative PCR, immunohistochemistry, pharmacology, and drug development, are a plus. In addition to supporting and establishing an innovative and interactive research program, new faculty will engage in the mentoring of clinical faculty and fellows and the training of undergraduate, graduate, and medical students, as the department is located in the School of Medicine.  Must also be able to develop and supervise technical staff. More information on the department is available at: http://anesthesiology.med.miami.edu/.  Applications should include curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, no more than three selected reprints or preprints, and the names of three individuals who can supply letters of reference to: Roy C. Levitt, MD, Professor and Director of Translational Research; Department of Anesthesiology Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management, University of Miami, Gautier Building, Office 416, 1011 NW 15th Street, Miami, FL, 33136, 484-557-0944 cellular,  rlevitt@med.miami.edu.

The Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health at Georgia Southern University invites nominations and applications for tenure track positions in environmental health sciences, epidemiology, and health services policy and management. The successful applicants will teach graduate-level courses to students in the M.P.H. and Dr.P.H. programs; be actively involved in extramurally funded, multidisciplinary research; and provide service/outreach to the public health community. Successful candidates will be expected to provide academic and research advisement to students, promote and sustain interdisciplinary dialogue, hold active membership in professional associations, and serve on committees and participate in official activities at the college and university levels. The positions are 9-month appointments, and the salaries are competitive and commensuratewith qualifications and experience.
Screening of applications begins October 19, 2007, and continues until the positions are
filled. The position starting dates are August 1, 2008. A complete application consists of a
letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vita; and the names,
addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references.
Other documentation may be requested. Finalists required to submit to background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to: Stuart Tedders, Ph.D. (Epidemiology Search Chair #53900), Gerald Ledlow, Ph.D. (Health Services Policy and Management Search Chair #53898), or Kari Fitzmorris, Sc.D. (Environmental Health Sciences Search Chair # 56612), Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University, P. O. Box 8015, Statesboro GA 30460-8015; stedders@georgiasouthern.edu, gledlow@georgiasouthern.edu, or kfitzmorris@georgiasouthern.edu; 912-681-5653.