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Sponsored by MPower, the UM Scholars program connects University of Maryland, Baltimore mentors to University of Maryland, College Park students for impactful summer research projects from late May to early August.

UM Agriculture Law Education Initiative Introduces 2024 UM Scholars - MPower Maryland ALEI welcomes MPower program summer interns

University of Maryland, Baltimore researchers in tandem with University of Maryland, College Park researchers are harnessing Machine Learning to search for more effective malaria vaccines.

To Hunt for Better Malaria Vaccines, Researchers Turn to Machine… Study Creates Ranking of Drug Development Targets That UMD, UMB Uncovered

Have Supreme Court Justices always received gifts, travel, book advances, or is that a new thing? Our experts in the UMB Academy of Lifelong Learning Constitutional Law Forum will do the research. https://www.umaryland.edu/lifelong-learning/constitution/answers/

Dean Mark Gladwin (second from right) joins Dean Samuel Graham from the University of Maryland’s James Clark School of Engineering for a tour of the new Bioengineering Institute to be located in a new facility at 4 MLK (Martin Luther King Boulevard), near the University of Maryland BioPark in Baltimore.

Others on the tour included John Fisher, PhD, and Min Wu, PhD, (left), both from the University of Maryland, College Park, and Brad Maron, MD, Co-Director of the University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing (UM-IHC).

Congratulations to the 10 University of Maryland School of Nursing faculty members who have received Academic Nurse Educator Certification Awards from the Maryland Higher Education Commission!

UMSON received 10 of the 54 awards issued statewide, representing nearly a fifth of all ANEC awards conferred this year.

Ten UMSON Faculty Members Receive Academic Nurse Educator Certification Awards - The Elm The Maryland Higher Education Commission recognizes excellence in nursing education through the Nurse Support Program II.

The HSHSL is hosting a traveling banner exhibition exploring the story of citizen action taken against the environmental danger of lead. exposure can cause neurological problems and even death. Despite this, lead has been pervasive in many aspects of American life, especially in City, for over a century.

The exhibit begins on the library’s first floor with the majority located on the second floor. Sources of lead in everyday items and our environment are on display, as well as a detailed map of lead concentration in Baltimore City neighborhoods.

Look for our announcement of upcoming programming, featuring a documentary on lead in Baltimore and a group discussion.

The National Library of Medicine produced this exhibition and the companion website (https://bit.ly/3xinCcM).

Do you have an itching disease called prurigo nodularis or have chronic unexplainable itching symptoms? Relief could be in sight thanks to research authored by Shawn Kwatra, MD, the Joseph W. Burnett Endowed Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. The findings were recently published in JAMA Dermatology.

Relief For Intensely Itchy Skin Diseases Clinical trial finds oral medication significantly reduced prurigo nodularis and chronic pruritus of unknown origin symptoms.

An interdisciplinary pilot elective taught by 10 UMB faculty aims to educate students on the physical science of the changing climate and expand upon that with the implications for human health.

Rising Concerns: Students Tackle Climate Change and Its Effects on Health in New Elective at UMB - Catalyst Magazine One student project is examining the effects of the CSX coal terminal in Curtis Bay on the environment and health.

Starting this month, The President’s Message newsletter is moving to The Elm website. The newsletter will include President Bruce Jarrell’s column, Laurels, New Hires, News and Notes, Upcoming Events, and a Save the Date section.

The President’s Message: June - The Elm Read Dr. Jarrell’s column about the General Assembly’s 2024 legislative session in the newsletter’s new “On The Elm” format, which includes news, notes, upcoming events, and more.

Join ‘The Table’ Dialogue: Pinkwashing and Its Impact on the LGBTQ+ Community on June 12 from noon-1 p.m. Does pinkwashing increase representation or profit off of Pride? Weigh in during this discussion.

‘The Table’ Dialogue: Pinkwashing and Its Impact on the LGBTQ+ Community June 12 | Noon-1 p.m. | Zoom

Find out what's in store in the latest issue of CATALYST magazine from UMB President Bruce E. Jarrell.

President’s Message - Catalyst Magazine Dear Friends, Welcome to the latest edition of CATALYST, a showcase of our collective achievements, innovations, and unwavering spirit that defines the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). This issue highlights remarkable innovations and milestones from across schools and departments, recognizin...

Perfect for that long road trip or your next flight, this graduation wrap-up special edition of "The UMB Pulse Podcast" features inspiring commencement speeches from UMB's recent graduation ceremonies.

UMB Pulse The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is the state’s public health, law, and human services university devoted to excellence in professional and graduate education, research, patient care, and public service.

The University of Maryland School of Social Work andThe University of Zambia -UNZA have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide invaluable opportunities for students and faculty while addressing pressing public health issues in the United States and Zambia.

UMSSW and University of Zambia Forge Partnership to Advance Global Social Work Education - The Elm The initiative aims to provide opportunities for students and faculty while addressing pressing public health issues in the United States and Zambia.

Federal law experts from UMB are here to answer your questions ranging from the election to women's rights, and more. Visit the UMB Academy of Lifelong Learning: https://www.umaryland.edu/lifelong-learning/constitution/answers/

Did you know there is now a community garden at the Medical School Teaching Facility?

UMB community members are invited to get involved!

The garden is planted and growing thanks to help from the University Student Government Association, Medical Students for a Sustainable Future, ECO, and UMB Sustainability.

You can sign up below to join the Teams channel and start volunteering! Some of the plants include radishes, green onions, parsley, bell peppers, sage, and thyme.

Sign up to get involved here: bit.ly/UMBGardenSignUp

The latest works from UMB's art and literary journal 1807 will be on display June 10 to July 28 at the University of Maryland Baltimore Health Sciences & Human Services Library Weise Gallery.

‘1807’: Selected Works from UMB’s Art & Literary Journal on Display - The Elm This new exhibit showcases UMB’s talented artists and runs from June 10 to July 28 in the Health Sciences and Human Services Library.

"Revolution vs. Rearrangement: How to Realistically Reimage Nursing Education and Practice" was the theme of this year's Maryland Action Coalition (MDAC) Virtual Leadership Summit.

Hosted by the University of Maryland School of Nursing, the summit explored AI's role in health care and new community health models, emphasizing the importance of innovation and practical solutions.

Reimagining Nursing Through AI, Community Health The ever-changing landscape of nursing was the focus of this year’s Maryland Action Coalition (MDAC) Virtual Leadership Summit.

Join us as Mark T. Gladwin, MD, dean, University Of Maryland School Of Medicine , inaugurates a thought leadership symposium event on understanding LGBTQ+ health care.

The symposium is open to all University of Maryland, Baltimore, University of Maryland Medical System, and Johns Hopkins University colleagues, special guests, and Baltimore community members.

June 12: ‘Beyond the Binary: Expanding Our Understanding of LGBTQ+ Healthcare’ Forum and Workshops - The Elm The Elm is a publication of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB).

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Complete our survey to give input on what type of swag, or promotional items you'd enjoy from UMB. Your opinion may influence what you see at upcoming events! https://umaryland.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_56VAHzwIQpZPTqC

Check out coverage of the UMB Graduation Celebration on May 15 and the individual school ceremonies that celebrated the Class of 2024.

UMB Graduation 2024: Stories and Photo Galleries - The Elm Read stories about the UMB Graduation Celebration on May 15 and the individual school ceremonies that celebrated the Class of 2024.

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Join The Bridge Podcast as Jazmiera Smothers, a dedicated CO-PILLAR council member, compassionately guides us through the intricate landscape of grief. Learn about the importance of understanding and addressing community needs when dealing with loss. 🌟

‘The Bridge’ Podcast: Exploring Grief and Mental Health - The Elm The Elm is a publication of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB).

While COVID-19 risk remains low this summer, warm weather or summertime respiratory viruses will rise predictably. It is never wrong to wear a well-fitted KN95-style mask when in crowded indoor public spaces, such as the airport, to improve your protection. https://www.umaryland.edu/lifelong-learning/covid-19/answers/all/

University of Maryland Survey Shows Botswana Is Achieving HIV/AIDS Epidemic Control A University of Maryland Study published in the Lancet HIV Journal shows Botswana has achieved three important “95%” goals established by UNAIDS. UNAIDS is ...

Join the University of Maryland, Baltimore and the UMB Community Engagement Center for our annual Juneteenth Jubilee!

The fun takes place Thursday, June 13 from 4-6 p.m. at 873 W. Baltimore St., in the parking lot across from the CEC.

While supplies last, we’ll have free food, giveaways, and music. Juneteenth celebrates the ending of slavery in the United Sates, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Email [email protected] or call 410-706-5522 for more information.