--Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Division Welcomes New Chief, Dr. Ramzi Younis
--Research P.I.s Studying Recombinant DNA Must Fill Out Required Form for Approval
--Apply Now to Be Considered for UM's Bid to Rockefeller/Culpeper Scholarships
--Look to Office of Technology Transfer for Assistance in Invention Process
--Leaders Wanted to Help Steer Strategic Planning of Women's Health Initiatives
--Relax and Rejuvenate with Yoga or Meditation Courses on Campus
--Upcoming Calendar Events

DR. RAMZI YOUNIS JOINS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
TO HEAD PEDIATRIC OTOLARYNGOLOGY DIVISION
The Department of Otolaryngology has named Ramzi Younis, M.D., chief of the Division of Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat. Younis is new to the faculty of the School of Medicine, hailing most recently from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He also has served as chief of pediatric otolaryngology at Yale University. At the University of Miami, Younis will expand the Division of Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat, looking to create a multi-specialty center for voice, language, sinus, and airway problems in children. The Pediatric ENT Division is located on the ground floor of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. To contact Younis, call 305-362-6332.

REQUIRED QUESTIONNAIRE FOR RECOMBINANT
DNA RESEARCH PROJECTS AVAILABLE ON-LINE
All principal investigators conducting recombinant DNA research at the University of Miami are required to submit a Recombinant DNA Research Questionnaire for review and approval by the University's Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC). In some cases this form must be submitted in concert with a grant application and/or prior to commencement of the research. In submitting this form, the principal investigator also must review the NIH guidelines. Completed questionnaires should be forwarded to Tessa Boudreaux, Office of Research, at the Sewell Building, Room 2017A (locator code R-64). The form, April 2002 NIH Guidelines, sample applications, checklists for submission of protocols involving human subjects, and flowcharts illustrating the submission and approval process can be found at www.miami.edu/rdna

RESEARCH LEADERSHIP OFFICE CALLS FOR
APPLICANTS TO MEDICAL SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund has announced a call for proposals to the Charles E. Culpeper Scholarships in Medical Science. Applicants for these awards must have completed at least one year of post-doctoral clinical training, cannot be ranked higher than assistant professor, and should be conducting scientific research relevant to human health. Instructions and forms for application can be found on-line at www.rbf.org. The University of Miami may only submit one application and will accept nominations through August 15. For pre-application instructions from the University, contact Tony M. Izquierdo in the Executive Office of Research Leadership at 305-243-5792 or tizquierdo@med.miami.edu.

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SERVICES HELP
INVENTORS NAVIGATE THE ROAD TO SUCCESS
The Office of Technology Transfer reminds faculty and staff of their services in assisting with the preparation of invention disclosures, confidentiality agreements, materials transfer agreements, research agreements, collaborations with outside companies, and inter-institutional agreements. If you have an idea or an invention, Technology Transfer is here to help you through the process. For more information, call 305-243-5689 or visit http://www.miami.edu/techtransfer.

WOMEN'S HEALTH INSTITUTE CALLS FOR
LEADERS TO HELP GUIDE FUTURE INITIATIVES
The Institute for Women's Health is accepting applications from interested faculty to join its Leadership Team. Team members will guide strategic planning, goal development, and program planning at the institute. In addition, the Leadership Team will develop the foundation of an advisory board. Applicants should be full-time faculty with a strong interest in women's health or the career development of academic women. To obtain an application, call 305-243-2576 or e-mail womenshealth@med.miami.edu.

GO ON-LINE TO VIEW NEW WEB SITE
FOR PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
The Web Development Group has launched the new Privacy and Data Protection Web site for the UM Ethics Programs. View the revamped Web pages at http://ethics.med.miami.edu. The site's visual enhancements are best viewed with Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, and they have been tested on both MAC and PC browsers, including Netscape 4 and 6, Internet Explorer 4 and 5 and Opera 5.

TRANSCEND ANXIETY AND STRESS AT
FREE WELLNESS MEDITATION COURSE
Quiet your mind and ease your cares away at "I Meditate," a series of meditation classes offered by the Department of Wellness and Recreation. The summer session began May 17, but you can still sign up, and classes are free. Eight sessions will be held through July 16, each from 1 to 1:40 p.m. in the Dominion Tower 10th floor conference room. For further details and a complete schedule of classes, call 305-243-3209.

QUESTIONS ABOUT COMPLIANCE?
TWO UM HELPLINES CAN ASSIST YOU
Medicare and billing concerns? Address questions to Third Party Reimbursement/Office of Compliance at 305-243-HELP or 877-415-HELP. For information about this helpline or training programs offered by the compliance office, contact Gemma Romillo at 305-243-5842. Research integrity concerns? Report concerns regarding research integrity and adherence to federal or University regulations directly to the Office of the Vice Provost for Research at 305-243-6415, or you can call the University's toll-free compliance hotline at 866-YOURCALL.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

HUMAN RESEARCH SUBJECTS
ARE TOPIC OF WEEKLY SEMINARS
A program of weekly small-group seminars on topics that pertain to the protection of human subjects in research continues May 21, with "The Therapeutic Misconceptions," presented by Roberto Dominguez, chair of Medical Sciences Subcommittee "B," noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center, Room 3023. Future seminars continue through December, featuring such topics as "Investigational New Drug Applications." The full calendar of seminars may be viewed at http://www.miami.edu/research/lectureseries. For more information or to register for any of these weekly seminars, call 305-243-2311. RSVP is required.

TRAINING COURSE FACILITATES VIRTUAL
COMMUNICATION FOR FACULTY AND STUDENTS
The Clinical Scientist Training Program has arranged for training at the medical campus on the Blackboard course Web site system, a program designed to facilitate communication between students and faculty. Technology specialist Bill Vilberg will train participants on May 22 and 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m., in the Calder Library, third-floor computer laboratory. Contact Tessa Boudreaux at 305-243-6415 or tboudreaux@med.miami.edu to reserve your space.

LEARN TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL FINANCIAL
PLAN FOR INCOME AFTER RETIREMENT
TIAA-CREF presents a seminar on issues you should consider as retirement approaches. At "Managing Your Retirement Income," participants will discuss security, flexibility, investment strategies, and other income options to consider when you retire. Experts also will provide you with the many retirement income options available through TIAA-CREF. The session will be held May 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m., and again from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at the Dominion Parking Garage, suite 155. To register, call Benefits Administration at 305-284-6834 or visit http://www.tiaa-cref.org/moc.

EPIDEMIOLOGY SEMINAR ADDRESSES BEHAVIORAL
INTERVENTIONS FOR PREVENTING HIV AND STD
The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health's Drug Abuse and AIDS Research Center presents a new seminar series sponsored by the center's Intervention Core. This series will foster interdisciplinary collaboration among University scientists, clinicians, and providers to promote and enhance the development of innovative behavioral and clinical interventions in the areas of HIV and drug abuse. The first installment will feature a satellite broadcast from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, entitled "Effective Behavioral Interventions for HIV/STD Prevention." Attendees also will receive information on how they can sign up for training and technical assistance for the interventions presented. The broadcast will be held May 23, 2 to 4 p.m., at the Mailman Center eighth floor auditorium. Seats are limited, so RSVP to Tiffany Mattson at tmattson@med.miami.edu by May 20 to reserve your space.

BASCOM PALMER WELCOMES VISITING
LECTURER TO DISCUSS LENS DEVELOPMENT
The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute presents Valery I. Shestopalov, Ph.D., of Washington University School of Medicine on May 23, 5 p.m., at the Retter Auditorium. Shestopalov will discuss "The Lens: Development, Syncytium, and Beyond."

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CONDUCTS INDIVIDUAL
SESSIONS TO ANSWER FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
A representative from Fidelity Investments will visit the medical center on May 28 to conduct individual financial counseling sessions and address your financial concerns. Appointments will be held at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. To schedule a session, call 800-642-7131.

UM EMPLOYEES ENJOY REDUCED FARES AS
THE MIAMI SOL JUMPSTART THEIR SEASON
University employees are invited to join the Miami Sol for opening night at the American Airlines Arena on May 28. The Sol will tip off their season against the Minnesota Lynx at 7 p.m. A halftime presentation will honor Hurricane female athletes for their achievements during the 2001-2002 season. Tickets are only $5, and can be ordered when you call 786-777-4246 or visit http://www.wnba.com/sol/images/miamiflyer.pdf.

SAVE THE DATE FOR INTERDEPARTMENTAL
DISCUSSION OF SPIRITUALITY IN MEDICINE
Join the Behavioral Science Program of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, along with several other disciplines, for an Interdepartmental Academic Day to address "Spirituality and Medicine." A primary aim of this conference is to help physicians and other health care workers discuss and learn about the beneficial uses of spirituality in medical settings, such as pediatrics, ob/gyn, and addiction psychiatry. Robert Schwartz, M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, and Carl Eisdorfer, Ph.D., M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, will be among the members of a faculty panel that will address spirituality. The event will be held May 29, 8 a.m. to noon, in Jackson's Diagnostic Treatment Center, Room 270. No RSVP or registration fee is required, but please arrive early. For more information, contact Heidi Stanley, Ph.D., clinical assistant professor and director of the Behavioral Science Program, at 305-243-2872 or hstanley@med.miami.edu.

WINE TASTING TO BENEFIT ONGOING
RESEARCH AT THE MIAMI PROJECT
Swirl, sip, and swish for a good cause at a special wine tasting presented by The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. "Raise a Glass for a Cure" will be held May 31, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., to benefit the Miami Chapter of the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis in support of ongoing research at the Miami Project. Tickets are $55 per person in advance, $65 at the door. The event will be held at the Miami City Club, 200 South Biscayne Boulevard, First Union Building, 55th Floor. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-243-6001 or e-mail bfchapters@miamiproject.med.miami.edu. For directions, visit http://www.thebuonicontifund.org.