COVID-19 Saliva Test Provides a Ray of Hope For Sports
News of a COVID-19 saliva test developed by the Yale School of Public Health could potentially be significant for sports and daily life.
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Athletics provides COVID-19 testing update
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics provided updated COVID-19 testing numbers as of Aug. 15. Since testing began in June, a total of 823 tests have been administered specifically through the Department’s protocol.
WVU researcher to study fentanyl test strips as an opioid overdose prevention strategy
A West Virginia University researcher will co-lead a study to learn more about the off-label use of rapid response fentanyl test strips as an opioid overdose prevention strategy.
WVU BOG amends rules as new federal Title IX regulations go into effect
West Virginia University’s Board of Governors took action today (Aug. 14) to implement the new Title IX guidance by the deadline provided in the federal regulations.
Gaiters do no harm: WVU toxicologists find coverings help contain the spread of exhaled droplets
Experts with the West Virginia University Center for Inhalation Toxicology found that – assuming it’s a good fit - a gaiter will, despite recent reports, provide a respiratory containment of exhaled droplets comparable to a common over-the-ear cloth mask.
Six home dates highlight updated 2020 football schedule
West Virginia University Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Shane Lyons, in conjunction with the Big 12 Conference, has announced the updated 2020 football schedule.
WVU names 2020 class of Ruby Fellows
Three students pursuing doctoral degrees at West Virginia University are receiving funding through the Ruby Scholars Graduate Fellows Program. Jared Beard, Evan Cramer and Kinsey Reed are this year’s Ruby Fellows.
WVU updates, recaps Morgantown Return to Campus information
West Virginia University released updated Return to Campus information today (Aug. 11). A Return to Campus Conversation will also be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 where senior administrators will continue to answer questions and address concerns.
The air out there: WVU toxicologist earns $3 million NIH grant to study impact of air pollution on lung healing
One knowledge gap to understanding the health effects of inhaling outdoor air pollution, according to Salik Hussain, assistant professor at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, is that the scientific community has largely focused on studying only individual toxicants, such as particles or gases.
Brown believes football can be safely played in the fall
Neal Brown was happy to finally be back out on the football field with his guys on Monday doing what he loves to do most – coach football. Brown, for one, is advocating that college football be played this fall. He believes it can be done safely and effectively.