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Lung association supports Heuck's cystic fibrosis research

Alejandro Heuck, assistant professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, has been selected by the American Lung Association as a Diseases of Infants and Children Scholar for his research to identify new methods to block bacteria from injecting toxins into lung cells.

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New faculty member recognized for work

Luke Remage-Healey, who will join the Psychology Department this fall, received an award for best presentation last month at the annual meeting of the Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology.

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Insect photo contest winners announced

Shane Conklin, deputy director of Facilities and Campus Planning, won first prize in the inaugural Shutter-Bug Insect Photo Contest sponsored by the Fernald Club.

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Botelho addresses conference in Toronto

Maria José Botelho, assistant professor of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies, participated in the 7th biennial conference of the International Association for the Improvement of Mother Tongue Education.

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Hugus participates in DAAD seminar in Europe

Frank Hugus, associate provost for International Programs, participated in the Germany Today 2009 seminar, “Opening New Horizons: How Your Students Can Benefit from Exposure to German and European Higher Education,” held June 7-13 in Germany and Belgium.

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Nagurney takes part in World Science Festival panel

Anna Nagurney, the John F. Smith Memorial Professor at the Isenberg School of Management, took part in the panel “Traffic: From Insects to Interstates,” on June 12 as part of the World Science Festival in New York City.

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Obituary: Jack Francis, professor emeritus of Food Science

Frederick J. “Jack” Francis, 87, of Amherst, alumnus and professor emeritus of Food Science, died June 27.

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Obituary: Charles J. Lococo Sr., retired head baker

Charles J. Lococo Sr., 90, of Northampton, retired head baker in the Campus Center, died June 28 at the Linda Manor Extended Care Facility.

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Obituary: Richard L. Lannon, retired Physical Plant technician

Richard L. Lannon, 82, of Belchertown, a retired professional technician I at Physical Plant, died June 28 at Baystate Medical Center.

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Obituary: Richard W. Noland, professor emeritus of English

Richard W. Noland, 76, of Amherst, professor emeritus of English, died June 25 at his home.

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