… Metabolites may be key to colorectal cancer prevention A diet rich in fruits and vegetables and a daily dose of aspirin have one thing in common—both can help prevent colorectal cancer. Yet scientists have struggled for decades to find the source of their ability to inhibit cancer cell growth. The answer may lie in the … reduction likely gives immune cells, such as T cells and natural killer cells, a greater window of opportunity to destroy the cancer cells. In addition, when a normal cell contains damaged DNA, mutations can occur. The slowdown in cell proliferation may provide time for the cells to repair their DNA, thereby preventing the accumulation of mutations, Gunaje pointed … By proposing the metabolite hypothesis, he and his research group hope to encourage further studies on the role HBAs play in cancer prevention. “If it is proven true, we will have opened up a new frontier of research and potential strategies for the prevention of colorectal cancers,” he concluded. Alumni Current Students Employees Future Students Parents …
… care program honored Program director Lacy Patnoe For the fourth consecutive year, the respiratory care program at South Dakota State University has been honored for achieving 100% Registered Respiratory Therapist Credentialing Success. The President’s Award for Excellence in Credentialing Success is awarded by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. SDSU is one of a select few programs nationwide to earn the award. Lacy Patnoe, director of the SDSU program, said the award confirms …
… professional staff at South Dakota State University have been honored for their quality work. The recipients were honored at the SDSU Professional Staff Advisory Council annual meeting in mid-May. Malynda Mabbitt, a learning designer for Instructional Design Services, was given the Rising Star Award. The award recognizes superior achievement by a professional … of Biology and Microbiology Shelly Bayer, director of multicultural affairs for the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Accessibility Mabbitt, who embraces the challenges that come with online education, has presented on “Accessibility Tips for Invisible Barriers in Class” to numerous groups both at SDSU and beyond. She has a passion for inclusive online … manager of the SDSU Functional Genomics Core Facility for 14 years. She is responsible for the daily operations of more than 10 research instruments and helps host approximately 250 registered users. She has obtained more than a dozen extramural research fundings, including NSF MRI funding in 2021 to provide equipment and improve the genomics facility, and has …
… SDSU respiratory therapist instructor honored Citing her dedication and commitment to patients, respiratory therapist Abby Wortman has been honored with a national award by Monument Health. Wortman, of Rapid City, holds dual roles as … SDSU program offers 2 options The program offers an associate track, which starts each May, and a bachelor’s track, which can be obtained completely online and done while working as a registered respiratory therapy practitioner. The program can accept up to eight students at the Rapid City campus at Monument Health as well as Brookings, Madison and Huron and 16 at …
… enrollment to its highest number in five years. Figures released by the South Dakota Board of Regents today shows total enrollment for fall 2023 at South Dakota’s largest and most comprehensive university at 11,505—the largest enrollment since 2019, when 11,518 students attended SDSU. The total enrollment includes a first-year class of 2,275 students, the third largest to enroll in SDSU … dreams and eventually move into careers that positively impact our communities and make society better for everyone,” SDSU President Barry Dunn said. “We are very excited about having the third-largest class of first-year students ever at SDSU, and to surpass an 80% retention rate for the third time in four years is amazing.” The 2,275 first-year student class …
… Jackrabbits near, far rally together to break records on seventh annual One Day for STATE Jackrabbits in all 50 states and across 15 countries united to tackle historic philanthropy on Sept. 7 during One Day for STATE. The South Dakota State University Foundation’s seventh annual giving day celebrated all things SDSU and the impact that can be made through private gifts. In 24 … said Erin Glidden, SDSU Foundation director of pipeline strategy. “This is our chance to work together and make a really bold impact for SDSU.” The celebration culminated with the community favorite Yellow and Blue Block Party. The festivities featured all the classics for the party’s lineup: performances by The Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band followed by the …
… SDSU commencement ceremonies back at Dacotah Bank Center South Dakota State University commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2024 will be held May 4 at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings. The move from campus is due to construction in Frost Arena as that facility continues its transformation into First Bank & Trust Arena. Three ceremonies will be held May 4 at 10 …
… SDSU to lead $1M fight against opioid misuse Aaron Hunt South Dakota State University has been awarded a $1 million federal grant to implement a three-year project as part of the Rural Communities Opioid Program. Funding comes from the Health Resources and Services Administration, which is an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The grant, which begins Sept. 1, targets … but are hesitant to take on patients due to the stigma associated with this disease. Many providers assume these patients will be difficult to treat, will often miss appointments and may cause issues with other patients. However, that is a misconception. Most patients want to get better and need assistance,” Hunt said. Telehealth reduces barriers to rural residents …
… Houston pharmacy prof returning to SDSU to speak Rajender Aparasu Noted University of Houston pharmacy researcher Rajender Aparasu, who began his academic career at South Dakota State University, is returning to … initially serving as the head of the Division of Pharmacy Administration and Public Health. Since 2014 he has been the founding chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy, where he also is an endowed professor. The health outcomes Aparasu is most interested in are those related to older adults. His talk at the fall convocation is …
… NIH grant to advance curcumin formulation for colon inflammation A safe, localized treatment for chronic inflammation in the intestinal tract will move one step closer to helping patients reduce their risk of developing colon cancer, thanks to a three-year, $433,000 National Institutes of Health grant awarded to professor Hemachand Tummala of the Department … goal. I am excited about the forward-going prospective of our collaboration,” Singh said. Colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among American men and women combined, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Furthermore, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death among Americans under age 50, according … two days before being subjected to a chemical that causes symptoms, such as ulcers, bleeding and diarrhea, similar to those of ulcerative colitis patients, had less colon damage and inflammation. Results were published in the Journal of Controlled Release. Strengthening submission Further testing through a $14,537 SDSU Research, Scholarship and Creative …