Aromatherapy eases stress in people undergoing treatment for substance use disorder which, in turn, could enhance their chances of a successful recovery, according to University research. The ongoing study is incorporating the use of essential oils as an integrative therapy, part of a larger focus on the whole person.
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To simplify and improve customer support for proposals, awards, agreements and general questions about research administration, the Office of Sponsored Programs will begin using Salesforce on Tuesday, Aug. 1.
Researchers at the School of Medicine Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine are now able to view synthetic DNA at the atomic level, giving them the ability to understand how to change its structure. Such understanding could be key to unlocking new technology for medical diagnoses and treatments.
Join other researchers and stakeholders for learning, networking and discussion on the forest carbon market and the specific needs of our region at this two-day conference slated for Sept. 25-26 at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place.
A reason to celebrate Christmas in July: WVU research shows real Christmas trees boost mental health
While the smell of fresh pine or the softness of fir branches can ease holiday woes, WVU researchers have discovered that even the act of shopping for real Christmas trees offers consumers mental health benefits they don’t get on a hunt for artificial ones.
The Office of Undergraduate Research is seeking judges for the 16th annual Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium scheduled to take place from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday (July 27) at the Mountainlair.