Developed by Ajay Aluri of the Chambers College of Business and Economics, Hygenmask is a three-layered facemask containing a copper-infused nano-coated fabric, a sustainable bamboo fabric and an ePTFE (a biomaterial) filter. Wearers also don’t have to worry about “elf ears” since the masks lack ear loops. Elastic head loops go over the head and can be tightened for a customized fit.
Research
An alumnus who wishes to remain anonymous will match all gifts up to $100,000 – for a total of $200,000 – to support the William M. Jarrett Endowment for Student Research through Dec. 31. The endowment supports research activities by pre- and post-doctoral dental students at WVU.
A research study is being conducted at the Health Sciences Center on Cannabidiol oil and driving ability. Participants must be currently enrolled as a WVU student, 18-30 years of age and have a current driver's license issued from any state in the United States.
Experiences in undergraduate research and cultural exchange begun during their time at WVU have changed the trajectory of two recent graduates’ futures. Wilson McNeil will further his studies by attending graduate school and performing research in New Zealand with a Fulbright Research Grant, while Christina White will increase her cultural competency and teaching skills as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Mexico.
WVCTSI is accepting applications for an intensive writing group designed for clinical and translational investigators interested in developing an NIH R01 award. This writing group will begin in October and offer participants the opportunity to receive structured guidance and feedback on their application for the February 2022 NIH submission deadline.
With a grant from the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Samantha Minc, vascular surgeon and researcher at the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute, is launching a pilot program to prevent amputations. Given that West Virginians face a disproportionate number of risk factors for amputations, the program could save many lives.