Campus Announcements for the week of 12/15/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. New York State - Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA) / Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA) For 2004
2. Research Foundation Employees - Optional Retirement Plan for 2004
3. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - February 24, 2004
4. University Police Department Award Ceremony
5. Notice to Hospital and LISVH State Employees regarding the Tax-Deferred Annuity Program - Please share this with your department.
6. Long Island Hotel Rate
7. Staples Business Advantage
8. Central Receiving and Property Control Holiday Closings
9. Alumni Association Student Awards
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Tax-Deferred Annuity Program - For Hospital and LISVH State Employees. Please Share this Notice with staff in your Department.
2. For State Employees Working at Tech Park - On December 18th the Savings Bond Representative will be at Tech Park.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Professional Development Series (Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
2. Lawson Requistion Training (HTNW27)-for Hospital Employees in the MILC-HSC, Level 2,- Room 500 - 12/17 (9-11am)
3. Foundations of Supervising Program (HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
4. Positive Confrontation Workshop(Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
5. Management Development Programs (HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar, Thursday, Dec 18th Life Sciences Building Room 038, 12 Noon
2. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
3. Doctoral Defenses this week
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Emergency Blood Drive - Wednesday 12/17/03 From 12:00PM To 5:30PM In SAC Ballroom B
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Holiday Party Schedule -- *UPDATE
2. CSEA Local 614 Holiday Party Friday 12/19/03, Main Campus Student Activities Center (SAC Ballroom A)
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Adobe Illustrator NCE 322 - 12 sessions - Fee: $575
2. Paint Shop Pro 8 NCE 307 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
3. Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
4. Microsoft Project 2002 NCE 304 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
5. Quicken 2000 NCE 315 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
6. Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6 NCE 309 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Smoking and Gum Disease
2. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
3. Do you have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
4. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
5. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ and/or AIDS.
6. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook.
7. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
8. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
9. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
10. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20 Yrs+ Volunteers
11. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
12. Opportunity To Participate In A Research Study On Autism At The GCRC, University Hospital. Free IQ Score And MRI Scan
13. LIPITOR Efficacy in an Alternate Day Regimen (LEADR)
14. Autism Spectrum Disorder
15. Did you ever wonder why some people get stressed out more easily than others?
10. Miscellaneous
1. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
2. Summer 2004 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
3. Summer Sessions Course Preview Now Available Online
4. Holiday Bake Sale at the University Club, Friday, December 19, 2003
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. New York State - Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA) / Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA) For 2004
By contributing to a STATE SRA or TDA, you can save more for retirement in 2004 and save more on taxes. The maximum pretax contribution for 2004 will be $13,000 or 100 percent of salary, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or above can contribute an additional $3,000 in 2004. If you are currently enrolled in an SRA or TDA, your current contribution will automatically continue into 2004, unless you submit a new Salary Reduction Agreement form to stop or change your contribution. If you are enrolled and wish to continue your current contribution in 2004, no action is required. Employees enrolled through TIAA-CREF will be receiving additional details directly before month end. Employees enrolled through another carrier should follow up with that carrier. If you wish to enroll for the first time, please e-mail Alessandra.White@stonybrook.edu for an enrollment package.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
2. Research Foundation Employees - Optional Retirement Plan for 2004
As a participant in the RF Optional Retirement Plan, you can save more for retirement in 2004 and save more on taxes at the same time. The maximum pretax contribution for 2004 will be $13,000 or 100 percent of salary, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or above will be able to contribute an additional $3,000 in 2004 (for a maximum total annual amount of $16,000). If you are currently enrolled in the Optional Retirement Plan, your contributions will automatically continue into 2004, unless you submit a new form to stop or change your contributions. If you are enrolled and wish to continue your current contribution in 2004, no action is required. If you wish to enroll for the first time or wish to make a change, please e-mail Cori.Ribaudo@stonybrook.edu or Skevy.Giannitsas@stonybrook.edu.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
3. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - February 24, 2004
On February 24, Stony Brook students, faculty, staff and alumni will journey up to our State Capital for one of the most important events of the year. It's Stony Brook Day in Albany, and we want you to come. You'll get a chance to celebrate Stony Brook - to let your legislators know what the University means to us. You'll have a chance to meet people from all parts of the campus and experience firsthand how our government works. There's even an end of day celebration. Register on-line at www.stonybrook.edu/albany.
Don't Miss the Bus! Your Future is Riding On It.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
4. University Police Department Award Ceremony
The University Police Department will hold an Award Ceremony to recognize the men and women who serve and protect the Stony Brook Campus Community on Wednesday, December 17, 2003. The ceremony will be held in the Charles B. Wang Center Theater. If you would like to attend, please contact Rosemary Famiglietti at University Police at 632-6350. The ceremony will be follwed by a reception in the Wang Center Chapel with light refreshments
Submitted by: Rosemary Famiglietti/Admin
5. Notice to Hospital and LISVH State Employees regarding the Tax-Deferred Annuity Program - Please share this with your department.
State employees who participate in the tax-deferred annuity program with TIAA-CREF were mailed home a renewal letter, which provided instructions on what to do, (complete a Salary Reduction Contract form and return it to your Benefits Office), if you wish to change your current contribution amount for the 2004 calendar year. If you participate in the program, but did not receive a renewal letter, contact your Benefits Office for a copy of the letter. If you participate in the tax-deferred annuity program with ING, Fidelity or another carrier, contact your carrier representative if you wish to change your contribution amount for 2004.
If you are interested in participating in the tax-deferred annuity program, contact your Benefits Office for more information and/or an enrollment kit.
State employees may also participate in the NYS Deferred Comp. Program. Call 1-800-422-8463 for more information.
http://www.nysdcp.com
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
6. Long Island Hotel Rate
The Office of General Services in Albany has informed the campus that the Holiday Inn Ronkonkoma near Islip Airport is offering all State employees a government per diem rate of $149 per night. This rate includes a complimentary full breakfast, 10% dinner discount, free drink coupon and complimentary local transportation to Islip/McArthur Airport, Ronkonkoma train station and local area within a 3 mile radius.
The hotel has extended the offer to consultants and guest speakers at Stony Brook as well. If you have travelers coming to the Long Island area, please make sure they are aware of this hotel.
Please contact Rosalie Makarick, Procurement/Travel at 2-6022 or on Lotus Notes for additional information.
Submitted by: Rosalie Makarick/Admin
7. Staples Business Advantage
Please note the new features of our Office Supply contract with Staples.
*New Office Supply Contract with Staples goes into effect January 1, 2004.
*New 2004 custom catalog featuring all market basket items.
*Minimum order size $20.00.
*Instant two percent (2%) rebate on all orders over twenty dollars placed on StaplesLink.com.
*Lotus Notes ordering system for Staples will be eliminated as of 12/31/03.
*Preferred method of ordering for all funding sources is StaplesLink.com. To become a registered user of StaplesLink.com contact Mary Woodward at 2-9849 for State, RF and SBF funded orders. Contact Barbara Fjellmen at 4-4061 for Hospital funded orders. Contact Karen Springer at 4-8623 for LISVH funded orders.
*Stony Brook approved alternate program designed to achieve a cost savings for the University. Please note several items in the custom catalog are notated as approved alternates.
http://www.procurement.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
8. Central Receiving and Property Control Holiday Closings
Central Receiving and Property Control will be closed Thursday 12/25/03, Friday 12/26/03 and Thursday 1/1/04. Staff will be on hand on Friday 1/2/04 for the delivery of perishables and emergencies only. Please plan your delivery needs accordingly. Our staff wishes you and yours a happy and safe holiday season. Dennis W. Wells 2-6305.
Submitted by: Dennis Wells/Admin
9. Alumni Association Student Awards
Do you know a student who deserves some recognition? The Alumni Association is sponsoring eight awards to students who have excelled in different areas, including academics, leadership, and the improvement of community life. Recipients will receive a plaque honoring their accomplishments, as well as a cash award. Please help us spread the word! Applications can be obtained from the Alumni Office. Deadline for applications is February 6, 2004. For more information please call 632-6330.
Submitted by: Sandra Skinner/UAff
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Tax-Deferred Annuity Program - For Hospital and LISVH State Employees. Please Share this Notice with staff in your Department.
State employees who participate in the tax-deferred annuity program (403b) with TIAA-CREF were mailed home a renewal letter, which provided instructions on what to do, (complete a Salary Reduction Contract form and return it to your Benefits Office), if you wish to change your current contribution amount for the 2004 calendar year. If you participate in the program, but did not receive a renewal letter, contact your Benefits Office for a copy of the letter. If you participate in the tax-deferred annuity program with ING, Fidelity or another carrier, contact your carrier representative if you wish to change your contribution amount for 2004.
If you are interested in participating in the tax-deferred annuity program, contact your Benefits Office for more information and/or an enrollment kit.
State employees may also participate in the NYS Deferred Compensation Program (457 plan). Call 1-800-422-8463 for more information.
http://www.nysdcp.com
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
2. For State Employees Working at Tech Park - On December 18th the Savings Bond Representative will be at Tech Park.
On December 18, 2003 a Representive from National Bond and Trust will be present at Tech Park, Bldg 31, in the cafeteria from 8:30 am to 1 pm to provide interested employees with information on the Savings Bond Program.
http://www.nbtco.com
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Professional Development Series (Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
Do you want to enhance your professional communication skills? This 5-session program focuses on building professional relationships and gives employees skills in many critical areas: Listening, Taking on a New Assignment, Getting Your Point Across, Participating in Meetings, Keeping Your Boss Informed, Resolving Issues with Others, Being a Team Player.
Must attend all 5 sessions:
DATE: January 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, TIME: 9:30-1:00
To Register: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
Class size is limited!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
2. Lawson Requistion Training (HTNW27)-for Hospital Employees in the MILC-HSC, Level 2,- Room 500 - 12/17 (9-11am)
This workshop is designed to take you through the process of entering various types of procurement requistions in the Lawson system including: Entering, changing, and deleting; Stores & Vendor requisitions; Adding another page of items; Adding comments to a requisition, Checking for approvals; Finding a purchase order number for a requisition; Inquiring on requisitions, Inquiring on a budget; and Blanket Order releases. All Lawson users, must attend this course to obtain a user ID & password. To register for this program please contact Jean, in Corporate Education & Training at 4-9805 or use the following link to print a registration form and fax the form to 4-9806.
http://inside.hospital.stonybrook.edu/sbuh/cf/index.cfm?id=1187
Submitted by: Jean Solheim/UHMC
3. Foundations of Supervising Program (HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
Supervisor Development Programs!
If you are a first level supervisor and would like to enhance your skills, this program is for you!
This program runs once a year and has limited seating, so register now!
This is a comprehensive program which focuses on the competencies necessary to be an effective supervisor. This program provides a firm foundation in the following areas: Gaining respect and credibility, understanding your work unit, creating a motivation environment, communicating with your employees, delegating effectively, performance planning and evaluation, counseling and disciplinary process, EAP supervisory training, Understanding your legal responsibilities, diversity in the workplace, creativity and problem solving.
DATES: 1/14/04, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, TIMES: Vary by session
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below to find out more about this program.
LIMITED SEATING!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
4. Positive Confrontation Workshop(Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
Life is full of sticky situations, packed with difficult conversations and loaded with confrontation. Confrontation affects our relationships (both professional and personal), our image and our self-esteem. It is not the confrontation, it's what we do with it that makes the difference.
DATE: January 7, 2004, TIME: 9:30-12:30
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
5. Management Development Programs (HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
If you are currently in a management position or above, we offer a full curriculum of courses for you. Register for one session or several programs to earn a certificate. Upcoming programs include:
Alignment--January 15, 2004
This session will cover mission statement, goals and objectives.
A Manager's Strategy in Planning and Conducting Meetings - February 20, 2004
This course focuses on how to plan and facilitate an efficient meeting as well as follow-through on action items.
The Insight Inventory - March 24, 2004
This is a self-assessment class that helps you obtain an understanding of your work style and personal style.
Mastering Performance Reviews - February 11, 2004
This program will bring you through the performance management process.
TO REGISTER FOR ANY OF THESE PROGRAMS: Contact Denise Gross @2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar, Thursday, Dec 18th Life Sciences Building Room 038, 12 Noon
The Department of Neurobiology and Behavior will host a Seminar, given by Dr. David Ginty, of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, on Thursday, December 18th at 12 Noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Dr. Ginty will speak about "Growth factor signaling during development of the peripheral nervous system."
Submitted by: Kathleen Delaney/CAS
2. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
Studies in Vascular Mechanics and Transport
John Tarbell, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering, City College of New York, Wednesday, December 17, 2003, Health Sciences Center, Level 3, Lecture Hall 6, 4:00 PM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
3. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the URL below to see this week's Doctoral Defences
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/weekly.html
Submitted by: Yordanos Beyene/GST
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
Depression in Medical Patients: New Data, New Concepts, New Tools, New Models
Steven Cole, MD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Stony Brook University
Tuesday, December 16, 2003, 11:00am, HSC L3, LH5
All are welcome to attend
Supported by Pfizer
Submitted by: Linda Hans/UHMC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Emergency Blood Drive - Wednesday 12/17/03 From 12:00PM To 5:30PM In SAC Ballroom B
During last weeks Snow Storm, Long Island Blood Services lost over 1000 donations due to cancelled drives. This compounds an already low blood supply situation. Please bring a friend and come to SAC Ballroom B from 12:00pm to 5:30pm to donate during this emergency. The Current blood supply is 30% below where is needs to be in order to serve area hospitals. All Donors will receive a movie ticket. Please give the gift of life! If you have any questions, please call John at 2-6100
http://http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Pres/blooddrive.nsf
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Holiday Party Schedule -- *UPDATE
The C.S.E.A. Local 614 Board invites it's Stony Brook members to it's holiday celebrations at the times below. Happy Holidays!
WEST CAMPUS Date: Friday, December 19th, Location: Student Activities Center, Ballroom A, Time: 11am - 2pm
LONG ISLAND STATE VETERAN'S HOME
- Day Shift, Date: Wednesday, December 10th, Location: Education Center, Time: 11am-2pm (day shift)
- Evening Shift, Location: Room 309, Time: 5pm - 7pm, Location: Room 309, Time: 2am - 4am
*UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Date: Monday, December 22nd, Location: Galleria, Time: 11:30am - 4:30pm
- Night Shift, Date: Tuesday, December 23rd, Location: Outside CSEA Office, Time: 2am - 4am
TECH PARK Date: Monday, December 8th, Location: Building 31, Conference Room, Time: Noon - 2pm
CORAM HEALTH CENTER Date: Wednesday, December 17th, On Location, Time: Noon-1pm
Submitted by: Kathryn Germana/CEAS
2. CSEA Local 614 Holiday Party Friday 12/19/03, Main Campus Student Activities Center (SAC Ballroom A)
Time: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
CSEA Local 614 Executive Board would like to wish you and yours a Very Happy, Healthy, Safe Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year.
If you have any questions please call 632-6575.
Submitted by: Mildred Thurston/OSA
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Adobe Illustrator NCE 322 - 12 sessions - Fee: $575
Adobe Illustrator is the preferred program of designers, graphic artists, technical illustrators and business professionals around the world. Illustrator is considered to be the most powerful design tool for flexibility of drawing with pinpoint accuracy. Topics include: drawing and editing lines, curves and shapes, adding and deleting editing points, manipulating handles and curves and placing EPS, BMP, PCX and TIF formatted scans in your files. We will be working in the Windows environment. The required textbook addresses both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Textbook is Illustrator 10 Classroom in a Book from Adobe Press.
Section A: Tu/Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, Jan. 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29; Feb. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 2004
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
2. Paint Shop Pro 8 NCE 307 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
Learn how to use Paint Shop Pro to create and manipulate graphics for print or the Web. Use the tools to create graphics such as draw and fill. Liven up text by using text effects and using layers, as well as masks.
Required Text: How to Do Everything with Paint Shop Pro 8, Dave Huss, ISBN 0-07-219107-4, Retail US $24.99
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section A: Sun, 1:00pm-4:00pm, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25; Feb. 1, 2004
10% discount University employees and students
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
3. Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
Electric Rain Swift 3D is the most versatile tool for creating web-ready 3D animations for use with Macromedia Flash. Through the combination of an easy-to-use interface, the industry standard vector exporter and a full ray tracing rendering engine, Swift 3D quickly creates high-quality 3D animations. This course will cover the fundamentals of 3D animation and simple 3D design. Students will explore the cross-application functions between Adobe Illustrator, Swift 3D and Macromedia Flash.
Required text - Foundation Swift 3D, retail: $29. The cost of the text is not covered by the fee and the text may be purchased at www.swift3d.com
Section A: Tu/Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, Jan. 6, 8, 13, 25, 2004
10% discount University employees and students
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
4. Microsoft Project 2002 NCE 304 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
Learn how to use Microsoft's powerful Project Management program. Starting with the basics, learn to design project files and plans, enter project schedules and apply resources for tasks.
Required Text: Teach Yourself Microsoft Project 2000, Vickey L. Quinn, Retail US $19.99
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windowsor equivalent experience.
Section A: Mon, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 23; Mar. 1, 2004
10% discount University employees and students
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
5. Quicken 2000 NCE 315 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
Learn how to organize your finances on computer by using this widely used software to balance your checkbook, pay bills online and track investments; use features such as budgeting, reconciling, forecasting and saving money at tax time.
Required Text: Quicken 2000, The Official Guide, Maria Langer, Retail US $24.99
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section A: Wed, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 2004
10% discount University employees and students
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
6. Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6 NCE 309 - 5 sessions - Fee: $225
This is an introduction to programming using Visual Basic. No prior programming experience or knowledge of programming required. This course provides the background knowledge on what programming is and guides you through the steps that professional programmers take when they're tackling a programming job from start to finish.
Required Text: Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6 (ISBN: 1902745000) by John Smiley, Retail US 29.99
Section A: Mon/Wed, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Jan. 26, 28; Feb. 2, 4, 9, 2004
10% discount University employees and students
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Smoking and Gum Disease
Are You a Smoker? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
65 million people in the United States have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Smoking is the greatest risk factor for periodontal disease, an often silent disease. Periodontal disease is a chronic, progressive, inflammatory condition with no known cure.
We are conducting a study to determine whether a tetracycline drug can reduce specific markers of inflammation, which will make it easier to control and treat periodontal disease.
People enrolled in the study will receive: Payment of up to $300.00. Free Dental Cleaning, Free Study Drug
Please contact: Ruth Tenzler RN BSN CCRC @ ext 29452 (631-632-9452)to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
2. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
Are you over 60 years of age and in reasonably good health. Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a research study. Study participants receive payment up to $1600. For more information, please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Bernice Sealy/UHMC
3. Do you have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
If you are 18-60 years of age and have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), you're invited to participate in a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Participants will be compensated.
For further information call: Dr. Fred Friedberg (631) 632-8252
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
4. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
SELECT is a research study being conducted to see if prostate cancer can be prevented.
Men who participate in this study will take two capsules a day. Some men will take only selenium or vitamin E and some will take both. Others will take a placebo (sugar capsule).
Participants will visit their local study site twice a year for at least seven years, and no more than twelve years. About 32,000 men will take part in this study.
Men free of prostate cancer who are age 55 or older may be able to take part in this study. African-American men may join at age 50 or older.
Taking part in SELECT may not help you directly. But we hope that the information learned from this study will benefit your sons, grandsons, and future generations.
Call the Stony Brook SELECT Study Center at (631) 444-3936 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
5. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ and/or AIDS.
We are researching the effectiveness of Chromium Picolinate (a dietary supplement) in the treatment of Lipodystrophy (complication of current HIV therapy) in HIV disease.
Study compensation up to $475.00
Contact Bernice Sealy (631) 444-3740 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
6. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook.
Study: A Trial of Simvastatin (Zocor) to Slow the Progression of Alzheimer's Disease Sponsored by: NIH through Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study
All eligible participants with mild-moderate AD would remain on their current AD treatments. In addition, they would randomize to receive either Simvastatin or Placebo.
If you would like to participate, or if you are a health care professional who would like to refer a patient, please contact Candice J. Perkins, MD, Marlene Baumeister, RN or Dawn Madigan, RN at (631) 444-1610 or (631) 444-8121
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
7. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
If you are affected by a condition called "ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS" ( Frozen/Stiff Shoulder), you may be able to join a Clinical Research study.
Participation is free of charge.
Patients with shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff problems will NOT be eligible. Please call 631-444-2215 Orthopaedics Dept, for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
8. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
Research Study at the General Clinical Research Center, University Hospital.
If you are in the first or second trimester of pregnancy, you may be eligible for a research study that is looking at different ways to manage stress and cope during pregnancy.
Through this study you may learn relaxation techniques, coping skills and stress reduction techniques. These skills may be useful to you during and after your pregnancy.
There is no cost to you. If you are interested, Please call 631-444-6900 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
9. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
Seniors 60 and over in reasonably good health and young adults 20-35 years of age to participate in a research study.
Eligible volunteers will be compensated upto $1600 for their participation.
For more information please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
10. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20 Yrs+ Volunteers
Volunteers needed for IMAGING STUDIES at Brookhaven National Laboratories.
The volunteer must be 20 years or older and in good health for participation.
Confidentiality maintained and transportation will be provided.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
11. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
Patients being treated with cholestrol lowering medications (Statins) with complaints of muscle pain or weakness or stable, low grade CPK elevation are eligible to participate in a research study to determine the benefits of "COENZYME Q-10"
For further information contact, Dr. Patricia Kelly, DO at 4-2017.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
12. Opportunity To Participate In A Research Study On Autism At The GCRC, University Hospital. Free IQ Score And MRI Scan
The CODY Center is currently recruiting participants ages 6-18 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, who are not on medication, to participate in a neuroimaging study.
The children in the study will participate in three sessions, over a time frame of about three to six months, each session lasting about 60 minutes. During the first session and the third session, pictures of the brain will be taken using a device called MRI. There are no contrast or radioactive agents, sedation or other injections required for the study. During the second session the children in the study will meet with a neuropsychologist who will interview them and ask them to perform specific tasks, in order to evaluate their language and thinking process.
If you are interested in participating or wish to learn more about the study please contact: Allen Azizian 631) 632-3074 aazizian@ic.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
13. LIPITOR Efficacy in an Alternate Day Regimen (LEADR)
Alternate Day Atorvastatin may be effective in reducing LDL Cholestrol and therefore may be more cost effective.
Call Dr Patty Kelly, DO at 444-2017 to participate.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
14. Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Cody Center is recruiting individuals with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate in a genetics study. Unaffected parents are also being asked to participate. We are particularity interested in enrolling individuals who have no significant family history of autism disorders and/or seem to have significant "delays in skills."
This study is collaboration between University Hospital's GCRC, The Cody Center and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
The purpose of the study is to look for evidence of chromosomal mutations/abnormalities using new investigative techniques that are more sensitive than have previously been available.
Participants will meet with study personnel to ensure that they meet diagnostic and study inclusion criteria and to obtain blood samples. Parents of participants would be asked for a blood sample as well.
If you are interested in participating or wish to learn more about the study please contact: Stephanie or Joyce @ 631 444-7712 Email: smusso@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
15. Did you ever wonder why some people get stressed out more easily than others?
Stress can affect the brain, heart, hormones, and mental performance.
We are looking for men and women, 18-50 years of age, to participate in a non-invasive study.
Participation in this protocol requires that volunteers be free on two consecutive week-days including two hospital overnights
For example: Sunday night to Tuesday afternoon, or Tuesday night to Thursday afternoon
You will be free to pursue your normal activities after 4:15 pm, but you will need to be back for the overnight stay.
COMPENSATION: $200.00
If you are interested in participating call us at (631) 444-8405, SUNY Stony Brook Laboratory for the Study of Emotion and Cognition or e-mail us at greents@pi.cpmc.columbia.edu
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
All members of the SUNY community are welcome to enter, including students, faculty and staff from all departments on both sides of campus, and employees, staff, patients and families of patients of University Hospital.
Entries should be no longer than fifty lines, and prose no more than 2000 words. There is no limit to the number of entries any one person may submit. Submissions may NOT have been previously published in print or electronic format and must NOT be under consideration for publication anywhere else.
There will be two first prizes of $500 - one for best poetry and one for best prose entry.
Deadline: February 16, 2004
Contact: Catherine Belling 4-8029 or cbelling@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Elisa Nelson/UHMC
2. Summer 2004 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
The Center for Biotechnology is accepting applications for Summer 2004 Undergraduate Research Internship Program. Internships will be established within the local biotechnology industry. Students will spend their summers, at a company, learning laboratory techniques and contributing to specific research projects. Students interested in careers in the biotechnology industry would be optimal candidates for selection as trainees under this program. Applicants will be selected from students beginning their junior or senior year who are majoring in any biology or chemistry department. Students in other life sciences departments, with equivalent but not exact qualifications as outlined in the application guidelines, are encouraged to contact Angeline Judex to discuss candidate eligibility. Application forms and information can be found on the Center’s website www.biotech.sunysb.edu. Deadline for application is January 23, 2004. For additional application assistance, please contact Rosemary Gaynor at 631-632-8521 or at rgaynor@ms.cc.sunysb.edu.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/ps/intern_ugrad.html#currint
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
3. Summer Sessions Course Preview Now Available Online
To view a list of the courses scheduled for Summer 2004, visit the Summer Sessions Website at www.stonybrook.edu/summer. The final schedule wil be posted in January 2004. Almost 500 undergraduate and graduate courses will be offered in Summer 2004, most on campus but a number of courses will be held at Stony Brook Manhattan. Both day and evening classes are scheduled on campus in Sessions I and II.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
4. Holiday Bake Sale at the University Club, Friday, December 19, 2003
Enjoy lunch at the University Club and purchase a variety of delicious pastry items prepared by Chef Lorraine!
For reservations, please call Lana at 632-7069.
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA