In the News

November 2005

A New Prescription
Baltimore Business Journal - Nov. 25

Baltimore area health insurers are plotting ways to grab a chunk of the new Medicare drug benefit business, which is worth at least $724 billion. Although the business may be attractive now, there is a risk that the Medicare budget could be slashed in the future, especially with a growing federal budget deficit, said Bruce Stuart, PhD, director of the Peter Lamy Center and professor in the School of Pharmacy.

Generic Drugs Defusing Blockbuster Profits
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 30

Frank Palumbo, JD, PhD, professor at the School of Pharmacy and director of the School's Center on Drugs and Public Policy, discussed an analysis of how impending patent expirations on blockbuster drugs will affect the pharmaceutical companies that created them. "The industry itself is under a lot of pressure; there will be some changes. I still think the salvation of a large company is with their blockbuster drugs, and they will continue to look for those. Big pharma cannot sustain itself without being able to sell high-profit drugs at high volume," he said.
www.baltimoresun.com

Migraines at Work
The Chicago Tribune - Nov. 28

Medical experts say migraines are a major cause of workplace absenteeism. Penelope Birckhead, an administrative assistant in the neurology department at the University of Maryland Medical Center, is one of nearly 30 million people who suffer from migraines. "Reading intensified the pain; the phone ringing intensified the pain," she said. Marian LaMonte, MD, an associate professor at the School of Medicine, said one of the most common problems at work for people with migraines is ergonomically incorrect workstations.

New Lung Cancer Treatment
WBFF-TV Ch 45, 10 p.m. - Nov. 29

Doctors at the School of Medicine and the University of Maryland Medical Center are testing a new strategy to treat lung cancer using radiation to kill cancer cells in the lymph nodes before performing surgery. Mohan Suntharalingam, MD, vice chairman of the Department of Radiation Oncology, says preliminary results are encouraging.

Pharmacy Conscience Clause
Fox 45 News 10 p.m. - Nov. 29

Following the Sept. 11 attacks, the number of Saudi students at American universities declined sharply. But that is about to change, and some are wondering if it is good for America's security. "I'm not sure whether the traditional vetting that we give to Saudis when they come to the country is adequate. But I will tell you this: I have very serious doubts that the visa requirements that apply to Saudis are being followed carefully," said Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security.
www.cbn.com

Pharmacy Residents and Students Help in Hurricaneýs Aftermath
American Society of Health Pharmacists News - Nov. 25

This story profiles assistance given by pharmacy residents around the country as part of the Hurricane Katrina disaster relief efforts. Deborah McNutt, PharmD, oncology pharmacy practice resident at the School of Pharmacy, and Crystal Henderson, PharmD, psychiatric pharmacy practice resident at the School of Pharmacy, were quoted.

The War in Iraq
WUSA-TV Ch 9, 9 a.m. - Nov. 30

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, discussed President Bush's speech about the ongoing war in Iraq at the U.S. Naval Academy.

A Big Trans Fat Problem
The Star Telegram - Nov. 28

Beginning Jan. 1, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will require food labels to list trans fat underneath saturated fat and cholesterol. "Trans fats do the same thing in our bodies that bacon grease does to kitchen sinks," said Cynthia Payne, MS, RD, CDE, a registered dietician, certified diabetes educator, and coordinator of the national nutrition academic award at the School of Medicine.
www.dfw.com

Expectations Can Help Healing
The Associated Press - Nov. 28 (It also appeared in 155 other publications and Web sites.)
The Washington Post - Nov. 28

In a new spin on the so-called placebo effect, research shows that the power of expectation can influence the way medication affects people's health, both physically and psychologically. "Our brain really is on drugs when we get a placebo," said Christian S. Stohler, DMD, DrMedDent, dean of the Dental School. What is more remarkable is that some especially strong placebo responders suggest "many brains can actually stimulate that (pain-relief) system more."
www.washingtonpost.com

Expectations Can Help Healing
HOI-TV Ch 19 (Illinois) - Nov. 29

Richard B. Alexander, MD, a professor at the School of Medicine, is quoted in a story about prostate cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American men. Alexander, who is heading a study of a new vaccine for prostate cancer patients who are at risk for recurrence, says up to 20 percent of men have detectable levels of prostate specific antigen, a protein made by the prostate gland, after a prostatectomy.
www.hoinews.com

PLANMECA Chosen to Build Digital Clinical Environment for Dental Education
The Finnish Information Society - Nov. 29

The Baltimore College of Dental Surgery signed an equipment delivery agreement with PLANMECA, the Finnish detail equipment manufacturer for 324 dental units, including integrated software and digital imaging equipment for educational and clinical use.
e.finland.fi

Standardized Patients
The Capital - Nov. 27

"Standardized patients" are people who act sick to help medical students and other health professionals with everything from taking case histories to making diagnoses. Kathy Schaivone, MPA, a clinical instructor at the School of Nursing who runs The Clinical Education and Evaluation Lab, says she recruits actors, retirees with an interest in the health-care system, or anyone who wants to improve the system to be standardized patients.

Youths Needing Services Jailed
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 29

As Maryland prepares to close most of the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School this week, it has developed a backlog of tough, young offenders being held for weeks in juvenile jails while state officials struggle to find places to put them. "Instead of providing treatment, they are just holding kids," said Susan Leviton, JD, a professor at the School of Law who heads the juvenile law clinic at the University of Maryland.
www.baltimoresun.com

Angio-Bypass
WIS-TV Ch 10 (South Carolina) - Nov. 28

Heart bypass surgery and balloon angioplasty are very different procedures. But some doctors are combining the two to make heart therapy easier on their patients. Barry Reicher, MD, assistant professor of medicine at the School of Medicine, and Robert Poston, MD, assistant professor of surgery at the School of Medicine, spoke about a recent operation in which the doctors combined the two.
www.wistv.com

Fewer Doctors in the House
The Buffalo News - Nov. 24

There is a dispute regarding forecasts of a shortage of physicians in a few years. "Whether or not there's an impending crisis depends on whose crystal ball youýre looking at," said Donald Wilson, MD, MACP, vice president for medical affairs for the University and dean of the School of Medicine.

Holiday Travel Safety
WTOP Radio - Nov. 23

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security at the School of Law, talked about security precautions during the upcoming holiday travel weekend and what people should be doing when traveling on mass transit.

Making the Environment Safer for Us
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 27

Barbara Sattler, DrPH, RN, FAAN, a professor at the School of Nursing, and Robin Gilden, RN, MS, both part of the School's new Center for Excellence--the Center for Occupational and Environmental Health and Justice--discuss the center's work and how environmental factors can contribute to higher disease rates.

Media Controversy over Padilla Indictment
Media Matters for America - Nov. 24

Several media outlets, including CBS News and The New York Times, reported as fact, Attorney General Alberto Gonzales' assertion that the indictment renders moot Jose Padilla's legal challenge of his detention as an enemy combatant. But Padilla's lawyers said they will continue to pursue their legal challenge with the high court, and legal experts said the outcome is far from clear. The story features a Nov. 23 Washington Post quote from Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor in the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security.
mediamatters.org

On the Move
The Daily Record - Nov. 25

Steven J. Czinn, MD, has been named professor and chairman of the Department of Pediatrics at the School of Medicine and chief of pediatrics at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Padilla Terrorism Indictment
NBC Nightly News - Nov. 24

Jose Padilla, the alleged "dirty bomber" who has been at the center of fierce legal and political struggles for more than three years, has been indicted on charges that he conspired to murder people overseas and provided support for terrorists. The United States Department of Justice is "tailoring the case to the evidence it can produce while not revealing any of its secrets," says Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor in the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security.

Students to Serve Thanksgiving Meal
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 24

University of Maryland, Baltimore students served their 16th Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless in West Baltimore at the Booker T. Washington Middle School, 1301 McCulloh St. Students from the University of Maryland schools of dentistry, law, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and social work served "Project Feast."
www.baltimoresun.com

U.S. Census Privacy Issues
WBAL-TV Ch 11 ý Nov. 25

The American Community Survey, conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau in between the regular 10-year census counts, has drawn complaints from citizens because of questions seeking personal financial information and family behavior such as the time employees depart for work. Persons who don't fill out the survey risk fines or imprisonment. Mark Graber, JD, PhD, a constitutional law expert at the School of Law, says the administration of the survey is "heavy-handed."

Uncivil Shoppers
WBAL-TV Ch 11 - Nov. 25

There was a mad rush by shoppers early Friday morning as the Christmas holiday sales officially began. This resulted in shoppers becoming irate or injured at discount stores such as Wal-Mart. Geoff Greif, DSW, associate dean for the School of Social Work, says "shoppers should be focused on what they do have, and not obsessed by what they donýt have."

Walter Arvinger Thanksgiving
WMAR-TV Ch 2 - Nov. 24

A reporter who covered Walter Arvinger's release from prison a year ago visited Arvinger on Thanksgiving Day as he celebrated the holiday with five generations of family members. Arvinger was freed as a result of the work of a School of Law class and several faculty members. Arvinger said he has put the past behind him, and he currently is working as a custodian at the National Aquarium.

A Woman's Work
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 23

This opinion piece examines the campaign of Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf to become the president of Liberia and what became one of the key issues in the race: her wardrobe. "She had to be a modern African woman, but in a way that wasn't offensive," said Larry Gibson, LLB, a professor in the School of Law, who helped run Johnson-Sirleaf's campaign. "Women candidates have to deal with all these delicate issues."
www.baltimoresun.com

Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WBAL-TV Ch 11 - Nov. 22
WMAR-TV Ch 2 - Nov. 22
WJZ-TV Ch 13 - Nov. 22
WBFF-TV Ch 45 - Nov. 22

The Maryland Poison Center, a service of the School of Pharmacy, held a news conference to warn about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning in the wake of a West Baltimore incident in which 21 people were hospitalized because of two faulty heaters. Bruce Anderson, PharmD, associate professor at the School of Pharmacy and director of the Poison Center, explained the danger of breathing the colorless, odorless gas and how the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can sometimes be confused with the flu.

Laughing Off Heart Attack Risk
The Age (Australia) - Nov. 23

Jogging, dieting and taking blood-pressure-lowering tablets every day are not the only ways to prevent heart disease. In a study done at the School of Medicine, people watched a funny movie for 15 minutes. Michael Miller, MD, associate professor in the School of Medicine and director of preventive cardiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center, found that this resulted in relaxation of the arteries and an increase of blood flow for as long as 45 minutes afterwards-an increase comparable to the effects of aerobic exercise.
www.theage.com.au

Padilla Terrorism Indictment
The Washington Post - Nov. 23

Jose Padilla, the alleged ýdirty bomberý who has been at the center of fierce legal and political struggles for more than three years, has been indicted on charges that he conspired to murder people overseas and provided support for terrorists. "The indictment is doubtless a strategy by the Bush administration to avoid a Supreme Court ruling that would likely hold that U.S. citizens cannot be detained incommunicado as enemy combatants if they are detained on U.S. soil," says Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor in the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security.
www.washingtonpost.com

Biotechs Take Advantage of Drug Repositioning
Biotechnology Industry Organization Web site - Nov. 22

Dozens of companies in the pharmaceutical industry have sprung up to investigate uses for drugs that didn't succeed as planned. These specialty companies - known as re-purposing, re-profiling, or repositioning businesses ý acquire drugs from other companies to develop them or contract out their services. "I think this is kind of the wave of the future," said Thomas Dowling, PhD, assistant professor at the School of Pharmacy.

Joint Dispute
The Washington Post - Nov. 22

Initial results of a 16-site, $14 million National Institutes of Health study on the effectiveness of the popular supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, widely promoted as reducing joint pain, do not offer clear proof that they work, researchers say. Marc Hochberg, MD, MPH, professor of medicine and head of the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the School of Medicine, discussed the study results.
www.washingtonpost.com

RX for an Industry
The Columbus Dispatch - Nov. 22

The nation's pharmacist shortage is resulting in fierce recruitment of pharmacy students, with many of them starting their careers earning between $80,000 and $100,000. "Every hour of every day, dozens if not hundreds of prescriptions are coming across the counter. They [pharmacists] are trying to do that while at the same time counseling patients, calling physicians, helping diabetic patients manage eight or 10 medicines, teaching parents how to help their child use [a] new asthma inhaler," said David Knapp, PhD, dean of the School of Pharmacy.
www.columbusdispatch.com

Corrections Policy Needs to Target Recidivism
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 21

Mary Ann Saar, Maryland's secretary of public safety and correctional services, who spoke at Friday's conference on ex-offender re-entry at the School of Law, is profiled in Dan Rodrick's column.
www.baltimoresun.com

Family Can Shape Your Eating Habits
Thelatimes.com - Nov. 21

This story about the genetic nature of appetite cites a School of Medicine study of Old Order Amish families. In the study, researchers have pinpointed two chromosomal regions that are linked to restrained eating and to overeating in adults.
www.latimes.com

Gibson Lends Hand to Africa's First Female President
Legal Times - Nov. 21

Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf trounced soccer legend George Weah in Liberia's election earlier this month, becoming Africa's first female president. Behind the scenes, Johnson-Sirleaf's campaign got a boost from adviser Larry Gibson, LLB, a professor at the School of Law. "The objective is for Africans to have elections where nobody gets killed," Gibson says. "If I could help a little bit, that's enough."
www.law.com

Loser Drugs Turned into Winners
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 20

Dozens of companies in the pharmaceutical industry have sprung up to investigate uses for drugs that didn't succeed as planned. These specialty companies - known as re-purposing, re-profiling, or repositioning businesses ý acquire drugs from other companies to develop them or contract out their services. "I think this is kind of the wave of the future," said Thomas C. Dowling, PhD, assistant professor at the School of Pharmacy.
www.baltimoresun.com

Names in the News
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 18

Brian Berman, MD, a professor of family medicine at the School of Medicine and director of the University of Maryland Center for Integrative Medicine, was named by the Bravewell Collaborative as the recipient of the $100,000 Bravewell Leadership Award for Integrative Medicine.

Names in the News
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 18

Dorothy Snow, MD, MPH, an associate professor at the School of Medicine, has been appointed chief of staff for the Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System.

No Clear Proof on Arthritis Supplements
Thelatimes.com - Nov. 21

Initial results of a 16-site, $14 million National Institutes of Health study on the effectiveness of the popular supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, widely promoted as reducing joint pain, do not offer clear proof that they work, researchers say. Marc Hochberg, MD, MPH, professor of medicine and head of the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the School of Medicine, discussed the study results.
www.latimes.com

Panel Urges Obesity Screening for Adults
The Associated Press - Nov. 18
Hellenic News of America - Nov. 18

An influential federal task force has recommended that clinicians screen adult patients for obesity and offer to refer those who are obese to intensive counseling or behavioral therapy. Janet D. Allan, PhD, RN, CS, FAAN, dean, School of Nursing, and task force vice chair said obese patients need help with eating healthier and getting a support system, among other issues.
www.hellenicnews.com

School of Medicine Wins Nutrition Grant
The Daily Record - Nov. 18

Using a $3.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health, the School of Medicine will establish the Clinical Nutrition Research Center to study how diet and exercise influence the risk of developing chronic diseases.

Talking Security Cameras
WBAL-TV Ch 11, 10 a.m. - Nov. 19

Baltimore City has purchased five security cameras with built-in motion detectors and a loud speaker system to prevent crime in certain areas. Kate Christensen, JD, associate director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security at the School of Law, says the cameras are legal because the Supreme Court has ruled that people do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy in public settings.

All the World's a Stage But Who Can Be The Players?
The Daily Record - Nov. 18

As part of the "Linking Art & Law" series, the School of Law teamed up with the Hippodrome Foundation Inc.-the nonprofit presenter of Broadway shows in Baltimore-to organize a panel discussion on issues raised by nontraditional casting: the use of actors of different skin colors, genders, disabilities, etc. in roles where they may not traditionally be considered.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Campus Crime Statistics
WMAR-TV Ch 2, 11 p.m. - Nov. 17

As a follow-up story to an ABC television news broadcast, this Baltimore ABC station examined crime statistics for four major university campuses in Maryland, including the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Campus Police Chief Ed Ballard explained that although crime statistics for some of the surrounding area are high, crime on the campus is low.

Laughter in Yoga
Longmont Daily Times-Call - Nov. 17

This story, about a 30-minute yoga class that incorporates laughter into the exercise, cites a School of Medicine study in which researchers compared the humor responses of 300 people, half of whom had heart problems. Those with heart disease tended to respond with less humor in everyday life situations. They laughed less and expressed more anger and hostility, said Michael Miller, MD, director of preventive cardiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center and associate professor in the School of Medicine.
www.longmontfyi.com

Law School Professor Manages Liberian Victory
Afro-American Newspapers - Nov. 18

Larry Gibson, LLB, professor at the School of Law, "has claimed a place in history after heading the successful campaign of Liberia's first female president, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf." Gibson, who previously managed successful campaigns for Baltimore Mayor Kurt Schmoke and current Madagascar President Marc Ravalomanana, says, "After more than 35 years of doing political campaigns, this is the most important (one) because this was literally a matter of life or death of a nation."
www.afro.com

School of Medicine Wins Nutrition Grant
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 18

Using a $3.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health, the School of Medicine will establish the Clinical Nutrition Research Center to study how diet and exercise influence the risk of developing chronic diseases.
www.baltimoresun.com

Students Increasingly Reliant on Sleeping Medication
The Diamond Back - Nov. 18

To deal with irregular and insufficient sleeping, more students are turning to new drugs such as Ambien, Lunesta, and Sonata, which are advertised as quick fixes for sleep deprivation. The sleep aids trigger neurotransmitters, chemicals in the brain that induce sleep, said Allan Krumholz, MD, director of Maryland Epilepsy Center and professor of neurology at the School of Medicine.
www.diamondbackonline.com

Talking Security Cameras
WBAL-TV Ch 11, 11 p.m. - Nov. 17

Baltimore City has purchased five security cameras that have built-in motion detectors and a loud speaker system to discourage intruders away from the area of the camera. The mayor hopes the cameras can relieve police patrol officers so they can be used elsewhere. Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor in the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security, says the devices have proven effective elsewhere.

Targeting the Tongue's Sweet Spots
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 18

Recently published findings by researchers at the School of Medicine shed new light on how two receptors on the tongue react with the confections we eat to send signals to the brain that produce the sensation of sweetness. The discovery could pave the way for the development of more low-calorie sweeteners that actually taste and act like natural sugar.
www.baltimoresun.com

The Power of Liberia's Women - Op-Ed
Afro-American Newspapers - Nov. 18

Larry Gibson, LLB, professor at the School of Law, writes, "While it is certainly true that Liberia and other African nations are deeply patriarchal, the lesson of (Ellen) Johnson-Sirleaf's victory is nonetheless clear: In the context of fair democratic elections, qualified African women can and will win popular support--not despite their gender, but in large part because of itýfrom two-hut villages to urban centers, in all corners of Liberia, I consistently heard the refrain that male politicians had gravely failed the nation."
www.afro.com

Researchers Hope to Identify Genes That Influence Food Usage
TheWBALChannel.com - Nov. 16

Using a $3.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health, the School of Medicine will establish the Clinical Nutrition Research Center to study how diet and exercise influence the risk of developing chronic diseases. "With obesity reaching epidemic proportions, these types of chronic conditions now detract from the quality of life and life expectancy of a majority of Americans and represent a major burden on our health care system," said Susan Fried, PhD, a professor in the School of Medicine and the centerýs director.
www.thewbalchannel.com

SFBC Company Threatens Drug Testers for Disclosing Health Risks
Bloomberg - Nov. 16

SFBC International Inc., which runs the largest private drug test center in North America, threatened to arrange federal deportation of Latin American immigrants who disclosed health risks in clinical trials, according to people who participated in the companyýs Miami-based experiments. "If this happened, it's awful, unethical, and inappropriate," said Adil Shamoo, PhD, a professor in the School of Medicine and a founder of the advocacy group Citizens for Responsible Care and Research.
quote.bloomberg.com

Some Clubs in Maryland Avoid Smoking Bans
The Daily Record - Nov. 16

Maryland state law prohibits local jurisdictions from restricting smoking at private clubs, such as social, fraternal, or civic organizations. "Legislators at the local level have not seen a problem exempting clubs," said Kathleen Dachille, JD, assistant professor at the School of Law and director of the Legal Resource Center for Tobacco Regulation, Litigation, and Advocacy.
www.mddailyrecord.com

U.S. Supreme Court Dismisses Case
The St. Louis Daily Record - Nov. 16
St. Charles County Business Record - Nov. 16

The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed a Maryland case that could have determined whether and how police may remedy a Miranda violation. Max Stearns, JD, a distinguished visiting professor at the School of Law, said the Supreme Court sometimes dismisses a case when the issue the justices are asked to decide is clouded by extraneous factors.

Air Cargo Security Criticized, Reporter Knew CIA Operative's Identity
WUSA-TV Ch. 9, 9 a.m.- Nov. 16

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, discussed a report by the Government Accountability Office that criticized the Bush administration for not moving faster to close gaps in the nation's air cargo security system. Greenberger also commented on Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward's grand jury testimony that he knew about undercover CIA operative Valerie Plame nearly a month before her identity was disclosed.

Deadly "Dusting" Is Becoming Increasingly Popular With Teens
WJZ-TV Ch 11, 11 p.m. - Nov. 15
WBFF-TV Ch 45, 10 p.m. - Nov. 15
WRC-TV Ch 4, 11 p.m. - Nov. 15

A teenage girl in Bowie died suddenly after inhaling compressed air from a common household product. The process, known as "dusting" or "huffing," is becoming an increasingly popular way among teenagers to attain an intense and inexpensive high. "When this toxicity happens, the heart quivers, and it just fibrillates; it doesn't pump, so you get blood flow cut off to the brain and the body, and people die," said Anthony Tommasello, PhD, associate professor in the School of Pharmacy and director of the Office of Substance Abuse Studies, during a meeting at the teenagerýs Bowie high school.

Fruit From the Family Tree
The Washington Post - Nov. 15
Startribune.com - Nov. 15
Dallasnews.com - Nov. 15

This story, about the genetic nature of appetite, cites a School of Medicine study of Old Order Amish families, which pinpointed two chromosomal regions that are linked to both restrained eating and to overeating in adults.
www.washingtonpost.com
www.startribune.com
www.dallasnews.com

Lawyer Brings Political Tips to Liberia
The Salem News Online - Nov. 16

Larry Gibson, LLB, professor at the School of Law, helped a Liberian candidate in her bid to become the first-elected female head of state in Africa. "There was a general impression of her being competent, of her being honest, and very, very well-educated," said Gibson. "It became clear that if Ellen [Johnson-Sirleaf] weren't elected, there was a good possibility this country would descend back into chaos."
www.ecnnews.com

Mold Detection
WBFF-TV, Channel 45, 10 p.m. - Nov. 15

Barbara Sattler, PhD, RN, FAAN, a research associate professor at the School of Nursing, discussed the nature and composition of mold and where it grows for a segment about dogs trained to detect the fungus by sniffing around for it.

U.S. Attorney Might Take Blake Case
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 16

Federal prosecutors will consider bringing charges against a youth accused of killing an Annapolis man in 2002, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has refused to revive Anne Arundel County's failed attempt to try the teen for murder. 'Leeander Blake could be tried on federal charges of carjacking,' said Andrew Levy, JD, adjunct professor at the School of Law. "Double jeopardy doesn't apply in this case," he said. The federal government can prosecute the same person for the same crime where both the federal and state governments have jurisdiction.
www.baltimoresun.com

Acupuncture Can Relieve Arthritis Pain
The Daily Mail (United Kingdom) - Nov. 15

This story cites a School of Medicine study that found acupuncture can supplement traditional therapies to help relieve pain and improve function in patients with arthritis of the knee. "This trial, which builds upon our previous National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine-funded research, establishes that acupuncture is an effective complement to conventional arthritis treatment and can be successfully employed as part of a multidisciplinary approach to treating the symptoms of osteoarthritis," said Brian Berman, MD, professor, School of Medicine.
www.dailymail.co.uk

Lawyer Brings Political Tips to Liberia
The Washington Post - Nov. 15

Larry Gibson, LLB, professor at the School of Law, helped a Liberian candidate in her bid to become the first-elected female head of state in Africa. "There was a general impression of her of being competent, of her being honest, and very, very well-educated," said Gibson. "It became clear that if Ellen [Johnson-Sirleaf] weren't elected, there was a good possibility this country would descend back into chaos."
www.washingtonpost.com

Nationwide Pharmacists Shortage and Spiking Business Explored
Citizen-Times.com (Ashville) - Nov. 15
The Associated Press - Oct. 28

David Knapp, PhD, dean of the School of Pharmacy, discussed the result of a nationwide shortage of pharmacists and the booming job market spiking competition between businesses and institutional pharmacies for recent pharmacy school graduates.
www.citizen-times.com

Pamphlets Educate About Pretrial Rights
The Morning Edition, WYPR Radio, 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. - Nov. 14

Students from the Access to Justice Clinic at the School of Law have developed a pamphlet to help defendants understand their rights after an arrest. Doug Colbert, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the clinic, said the flier will be given to detainees at jails across Maryland starting this week.
www.publicbroadcasting.net

State Critical Area Commission Appeals Ruling on Island Home
The Maryland Gazette - Nov. 12

The state Critical Area Commission is appealing a recent county decision allowing a Magothy River island home built without proper permits to stand. Maryland's Waterkeepers, a group of 13 environmental watchdog organizations that monitor the bay and its tributaries, also came out against the home. The Waterkeepers claim critical area laws are not being enforced effectively statewide and recently commissioned the School of Law's Environmental Law Clinic to study the matter.
www.hometownannapolis.com

U.S. Census Questionnaires Called Intrusive
WBAL-TV Ch. 11, 11 p.m. - Nov. 14

Many people are calling the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey too personal and intrusive because it asks them to answer questions like how much they earn, what their mortgage payment is, and threatens them with fines if they do not answer. Mark Graber, PhD, JD, a professor at the School of Law, said, "As a legal matter, the government can probably do this with exception to questions that invade privacy; but most citizens don't have lawyers, and you donýt want citizens guessing at their own peril."
www.thewbalchannel.com

U.S. Supreme Court Dismisses Annapolis Murder Case
The Washington Post - Nov. 15

The U.S. Supreme Court let stand a ruling that an incriminating statement that Leeander Blake gave police about a carjacking and murder in Annapolis in 2002 was taken improperly. The one-sentence order means that, for reasons that were not explained, a majority believed the court's intervention was not appropriate, said Abraham Dash, JD, professor at the School of Law.
www.washingtonpost.com

U.S. Supreme Court Dismisses Case
The Daily Record - Nov. 15

The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed a Maryland case that could have determined whether and how police may remedy a Miranda violation. Max Stearns, JD, a distinguished visiting professor at the School of Law, said the Supreme Court sometimes dismisses a case when the issue the justices are asked to decide is clouded by extraneous factors.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Appointments
The Washington Post - Nov. 14

Steven J. Czinn, MD, has been named professor and chairman of the Department of Pediatrics at the School of Medicine and chief of pediatrics at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
www.washingtonpost.com

Effect of Drug Plan in Doubt
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 13

For all the money the federal government will spend on its new prescription drug coverage plan, known as Medicare Part D, strong doubts remain about its impact, particularly on the health of the elderly. "It's incredibly complex. The plans vary on many, many variables," said Bruce Stuart, PhD, director of the Peter Lamy Center and professor in the School of Pharmacy. Stuart worries the complexity will confuse some seniors and prohibit others from singing up.
www.baltimoresun.com

Funding of Stem Cells Debated
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 12

The prospect of state funding for embryonic stem cell research has Maryland's scientists and politicians debating how to spend the money. James Hughes, MBA, vice president for the Office of Research and Development at the University of Maryland, Baltimore declined to say specifically what the University is seeking. But clearly, it wants a stem cell building in its biotechnology park. Paul Fishman, PhD, MD, professor at the School of Medicine, said facilities are also needed to attract top talent in the field.
www.baltimoresun.com

Let Them See You Sweat
Fort Worth Star-Telegram.com - Nov. 14

Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, an assistant professor at the School of Medicine, says that although many women take a leisurely stroll on their treadmills for their daily exercise, a workout is generally most effective when you break a sweat.
www.dfw.com

Maryland Lawyer Helps First Female African Head of State
The Associated Press - Nov. 13
WJZ.com - Nov. 13

Larry Gibson, LLB, professor at the School of Law, helped a Liberian candidate in her bid to become the first-elected female head of state in Africa. "There was a general impression of her of being competent, of her being honest, and very, very well-educated," said Gibson. "It became clear that if Ellen [Johnson-Sirleaf] weren't elected, there was a good possibility this country would descend back into chaos."
wjz.com

Meditation Can Be Beneficial for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
newKerala.com - Nov. 14

A study by researchers at the Center for Integrative Medicine at the School of Medicine finds that meditation, a proven stress buster, can also reduce some symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
www.newkerala.com

Meditation Can be Beneficial for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Pharmalive.com - Nov. 11

Brian Berman, MD, a professor of family medicine at the School of Medicine and director of the University of Maryland Center for Integrative Medicine, was named by the Bravewell Collaborative as the recipient of the $100,000 Bravewell Leadership Award for Integrative Medicine.
www.medadnews.com

Names in the News
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 11

Steven J. Czinn, MD, has been named professor and chairman of the Department of Pediatrics at the School of Medicine. Lisa Dixon, MD, professor at the School of Medicine, has been named principal investigator of a $2.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Mental Health. Carl Weiner, MD, professor at the School of Medicine, will serve as principal investigator of a $2.8 million federal grant to study pregnant women who are at risk for recurrent preterm birth.
www.baltimoresun.com

Scientists Look to the Past To Predict Bird Flu's Course
The Austin-American Statesman.com - Nov. 14

James Campbell, MD, assistant professor of pediatrics at the School of Medicine, commented in this story about the avian bird flu and the lessons learned from earlier flu pandemics.
www.statesman.com

Study Pits Popular Supplements Versus Joint Pain
USA Today - Nov. 14

Initial results of a 16-site, $14 million National Institutes of Health study on the effectiveness of the popular supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, widely promoted as reducing joint pain, don't offer clear proof that they work, researchers say. Marc Hochberg, MD, MPH, professor of medicine and head of the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the School of Medicine, discussed the study results.
www.usatoday.com

Sweetener of the Future?
Medical Newstoday.com - Nov. 13

Researchers at the School of Medicine and the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom said they have made a major advancement in understanding what makes a sugar substitute sweet. The discovery could pave the way for the development of more low-calorie sweeteners that mimic natural sugar.
www.medicalnewstoday.com

U.S. Supreme Court to Review Military Tribunal System
The Associated Press - Nov. 7

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether the Bush administration can use military tribunals to try terrorism suspects―a move that involves the court agreeing to consider an appeal from a man accused of being Osama bin Laden's driver. Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor at the School of Law and director of the Universityýs Center for Health and Homeland Security, is quoted.
www.aljazeerah.info
www.news.com.au

Fight Over Development in Queen Anneýs County
WBAL-TV Ch. 11 6 p.m. - Nov. 10

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has sent a letter to the Queen Anne's County Commissioners asking them to reverse their decision to ban a new housing development on Kent Island. "It looks as if MDE is interceding on behalf of the developer in this case, and in this way, interfering with what has traditionally been the local prerogative," said Garrett Power, JD, a professor in the School of Law.
www.thewbalchannel.com

Mutual Fund Case May Be Near its End
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 10

The legal battle over double-dealing and favoritism in the mutual fund industry, which is being heard in federal court in Baltimore, could be winding toward a settlement. Some confidential settlements have been reached over the past year. "That suspends discovery," said Richard A. Booth, JD, professor at the School of Law. "Witnesses wouldn't have to show up; people wouldn't have to be digging through files. All of that can be expensive."
www.baltimoresun.com

Names in the News: Grants, Studies, and Appointments
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 11

Keith O. Plowden, PhD, an associate professor at the School of Nursing, has been appointed associate dean for baccalaureate studies. Formerly, he served as vice chair of the Department of Organizational Systems and Adult Health; Plowden has published research on menýs health issues, prostate cancer, HIV, and substance abuse.
www.baltimoresun.com

Palmeiro Gave Teammates Vitamin B-12
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 11

A congressional committee report says Rafael Palmeiro injected not only himself with the vitamin B-12, but also two teammates. Anthony Tommasello, PhD, associate professor in the School of Pharmacy and director of the Office of Substance Abuse Studies, explained that injectable vitamins are not sold over the counter and should be administered by physicians.
www.baltimoresun.com

The Deadly Doughnut
The New York Times - Nov. 11

An editorial by New York Times writer Paul Krugman cites a study in the July/August issue of Health Affairs that was written by Bruce Stuart, PhD, director of the Peter Lamy Center and a professor at the School of Pharmacy. The study, titled "Riding the Rollercoaster: The Ups And Downs In Out-Of-Pocket Spending Under The Standard Medicare Drug Benefit," points out that retirees on fixed incomes would be forced onto a financial rollercoaster by signing up for Medicareýs "standard" benefit.

Four Companies Affiliated With UMB Are Finalists in Greater Baltimore Committee Competition
Yahoo.com - Nov. 10

Four companies with ties to the University of Maryland, Baltimore have been named by the Greater Baltimore Committee as finalists for its Second Annual Bridging the Gap Awards for minority business achievement: A&R Development, which developed the new student residences on the north side of the campus; Harbor Bank of Maryland, which has located a new branch inside the UMB BioPark; and the University of Maryland Medical Center, Whiting Turner Contracting Co., and Banks Contracting Co., which joined together to oversee the construction of Building One in the biotechnology park.
biz.yahoo.com

How to Leave a Job Without Burning Bridges
The Baltimore Sun- Nov. 9

When it comes time to resign, the way you handle yourself on the way out the door can be as important as the impression you made on your first interview. Darryl Roberts, MS, RN, assistant professor at the School of Nursing, made sure he left on good terms when he switched careers 15 years ago. "If you burn bridges, you die," he said. "Find the positive aspects and make them the crux of your discussion."
www.baltimoresun.com

Preparations Under Way For Possibility of Avian Flu Epidemic
WBFF-TV Ch 45 10 p.m. "Cover Story" - Nov. 9

Steps are being taken to prevent and prepare for a possible avian flu epidemic across Maryland. On the Eastern Shore, chicken farmers are taking new steps, including banning visitors and wearing plastic booties in chicken houses to prevent the disease from spreading. James Campbell, MD, a professor at the School of Medicine's Center for Vaccine Development, says work is under way to study a possible avian flu vaccine.

Suzanne Gordon to Discuss Problems and Solutions to Nursing Shortage
Businesswire.com - Nov. 8
New Age Media Concepts - Nov. 8

The School of Nursing will host award-winning journalist Suzanne Gordon on Nov. 15 for a lecture about the national challenge of retaining and recruiting nurses.
press.namct.com
home.businesswire.com

T-Shirt Promoting Drugs Is Banned by Shopping Center
WBFF-TV Ch 45 10 p.m. - Nov. 9

A T-shirt promoting the lyrics by drug dealer-turned-rapper Young Jeezy ("I Got That Snow") has been banned from being sold by a store in the Security Sqaure Mall in western Baltimore County following a complaint from a mother who didnýt realize what the lyrics were saying. She purchased the shirt for her ninth-grade son. School of Pharmacy professor Linda Simoni-Wastila, PhD, says the media, including record companies, are partly responsible for making the illegal use of drugs appear to be acceptable to young people.
www.usatoday.com

Whose Role Is It Anyway?
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 10

Presented by the Hippodrome Foundation and the School of Law, "Whose Role Is It Anyway?" will examine the practice of casting across lines of race, gender, sexual orientation, and physical abilities. "If you change the genders, have you changed the meaning of the work?" said Robert Suggs, JD, a professor at the School of Law. "I'm increasingly more convinced about the importance of trying to address complex social issues that are sometimes difficult to talk about by using theater, by using the arts," says Karen H. Rothenberg, JD, dean of the School of Law.
www.baltimoresun.com

Choices in Medicare Could Cause Backlash
Washington Health Policy Week in Review - Nov. 1

Panelists at the National Medicare Prescription Drug Congress said the Bush administration has done a great job attracting prescription drug plans, but expressed doubt about the high number of choices and quality of tools available to consumers. Bruce Stuart, PhD, director of the Peter Lamy Center and professor at the School of Pharmacy, said research is needed to identify the way that beneficiaries will behave once their expenditures reach the doughnut hole.
www.cmwf.org

Court Makes Annual Visit to School of Law
The Daily Record - Nov. 9

Three judges on the Maryland Court of Special Appeals heard cases yesterday at the School of Lawýs ceremonial courtroom in an annual tradition since 2002. Issues before the panel of judges included questions of evidence introduced at a murder trial; a waste water discharge dispute between Carroll County and the Maryland Department of the Environment; and the constitutionality of a Montgomery County zoning amendment for mixed-use developments.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Experts Worry About Pharmacist Shortage
Yahoo.com (homepage) - Nov. 9 (copy of yesterday's AP story)
KTRS (St. Louis) Morning Show - Nov. 9

David Knapp, PhD, dean of the School of Pharmacy, discussed the result of a nationwide shortage of pharmacists and the booming job market spiking competition between businesses and institutional pharmacies for recent pharmacy school graduates.

Law School is Example of Architectural Trend
Finance and Commerce - Nov. 8

One example of Baltimoreýs bent for traditional architecture can be seen at the School of Law. "It's eclectic, it's sort of Gothic Revival," said David Gleason, principal designer of David H. Gleason Associates, an architectural and urban design firm in Baltimore.

Pirates Attack Cruise Ship
WBAL-TV Ch. 11, 6 p.m. - Nov. 8

Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor at the School of Law and director of the University's Center for Health and Homeland Security, talked about the sonar lasers used by a cruise ship to evade an attack by pirates off the coast of Africa. Greenberger said the lasers are a very effective type of weaponry.

Refco Scandal Exposes Market Faults
Chicago Tribune - Nov. 9

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and former director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, commented on the bankruptcy proceedings at Refco, saying "There's more at work in Refco's failure than accounting problems, and it's in the financial communityýs interest to investigate."
www.chicagotribune.com

Waterkeepersý Study to Probe Critical Area Enforcement
The Capital - Nov. 9

The School of Lawýs Environmental Law Clinic has been commissioned to conduct a study to determine whether the stateýs Critical Area Act―the law designed to protect the most environmentally sensitive land within 1,000 feet of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries by limiting development, grading, tree-cutting and other disturbances-is being enforced effectively. Kerry Rodgers, JD, MES, visiting professor at the School of Law, said the study should be completed next spring.
www.hometownannapolis.com

Alba, University of Maryland Scientists Publish Disease Findings
Baltimore Business Journal - Nov. 7

Researchers at Alba Therapeutics Corp., a tenant in the UMB BioPark, and the School of Medicine reported a direct link between gluten-induced intestinal permeability and zonulin in tissues from patients with celiac disease.
baltimore.bizjournals.com

Experts Worry About Effect on Customers as Pharmacist Shortage Worsens
Timesdispatch.com - Nov. 8
The Associated Press - Oct. 28

David Knapp, PhD, dean of the School of Pharmacy, discussed the result of a nationwide shortage of pharmacists and the booming job market spiking competition between businesses and institutional pharmacies for recent pharmacy school graduates.
www.timesdispatch.com

Supreme Court TV?
The Canton Repository - Nov. 7

In his column, Nat Hentoff examined what he says is the persistent call for the U.S. Supreme Court to allow its oral arguments to be televised. Sherrilyn Ifill, JD, associate professor at the School of Law, cited a Maryland case, Schaffer v.Weast, as a prime example. "This is a case that stands to affect hundreds of thousands of children throughout the United States. So, it's critically important to people to understand that the court's not deciding questions that exist in lofty ivory towers," she said.
www.cantonrep.com

Sweet Taste Study Promises Perfect Sugar Replacement
Bakeryandsnack.com - Nov. 8

Researchers at the School of Medicine and the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom said they have made a major advancement in understanding what makes a sugar substitute sweet. The discovery could pave the way for the development of more low-calorie sweeteners that mimic natural sugar.
www.bakeryandsnacks.com

U.S. Supreme Court to Review Military Tribunal System
ABC World News Tonight - Nov. 7
AP Radio News - Nov. 7 (1,200 radio stations)
USA Today - Nov. 8
The Associated Press - Nov. 7
The Courier-Mail (Australia) - Nov. 8
Bloomberg News - Nov. 7
Globe and Mail - Nov. 8
IndyStar.com - Nov. 7
Yahoo.com -5 Nov. 7

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether the Bush administration can use military tribunals to try terrorism suspects-a move that involves the court agreeing to consider an appeal from a man accused of being Osama bin Ladenýs driver. A ruling allowing prisoners to go to court regarding alleged Geneva Convention rights would go to the heart of the administration-s anti-terrorism policies, says Michael Greenberger, JD, a professor at the School of Law and director of the University's Center for Health and Homeland Security.
www.freep.com
www.bloomberg.com
www.thecouriermail.news.com.au
www.startribune.com

A Lesson in Equity
The Daily Record - Nov. 4

This story profiles the life of Frank Chuman, JD, and his visit last month to the School of Law, where he was the School's first Asian-American graduate 60 years ago.
www.mddailyrecord.com

A Twist in Healthful Benefits of Marriage
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 4

Llewellyn Cornelius, PhD, professor at the School of Social Work who has studied health care among African-Americans, criticized a study that reports that the health of black women may suffer once they become married. Because it did not ask specific questions about health or include clinical evaluations, he said, few conclusions can be drawn from it.
www.baltimoresun.com

Alba Therapeutics Reports Link Between Drug and Celiac Patients
PharmaLive.com - Nov. 4

Researchers at Alba Therapeutics Corp., a tenant in the UMB BioPark, and the School of Medicine reported a direct link between gluten-induced intestinal permeability and zonulin in tissues from patients with celiac disease.
www.medadnews.com

Another Refco Bidder Emerges as Deadline Nears
Khaleej Times - Nov. 4

Another bidder for the Refco futures-trading business emerged on Thursday, joining at least six other possible buyers a day before formal offers are due for the bankrupt U.S. brokerage's assets. "The level of competition surprises me here because of the amount of resources that have been depleted from the company," said Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and former director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
www.khaleejtimes.com

Names in the News
The Daily Record - Nov. 4

The School of Nursing added three new members to its board of visitors. Eric R. Baugh, MD, senior vice president for medical affairs and network management, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; and Kathryn McCullough, senior vice president for patient care services, University of Maryland Medical Center will serve three-year terms on the board. Caleb Rogovin, MSN, assistant program director for the School's Nurse Anesthesia program, joined the board as part of his duties as president of the school's alumni association.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Names in the News
The Daily Record - Nov. 4

The School of Social Work has named three new members to the schoolýs board of advisors: Razia F. Kosi, founder of Counselors Helping Asian Indians (CHAI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the South Asian community about mental health and wellness issues; Anne P. Hahn, a social worker at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center's Baltimore Regional Burn Center; and Anne H. Lewis, vice president of public relations for Cornerstone, a full-service marketing communications firm. They will each serve a three-year term.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Pharmacist Shortage Worsens Nationwide
The Miami Herald.com - Nov. 7
The Associated Press - Oct. 28

David Knapp, PhD, dean of the School of Pharmacy, discussed the result of a nationwide shortage of pharmacists and the booming job market spiking competition between businesses and institutional pharmacies for recent pharmacy school graduates.
www.miami.com

Pondering the Pill to Pare Costs
The Daily Record - Nov. 4

The School of Pharmacy has partnered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and 10 universities nationwide to create the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Education, a new institute aimed at reducing the cost of drug development and manufacturing. Jim Hughes, MBA, vice president of research and development for the University, and Stephen Hoag, PhD, an associate professor at the School of Pharmacy, were quoted in the story.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Refco Lawsuit
Reuters - Nov. 4

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and former director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, analyzed a lawsuit filed last month by the Rogers Funds against Refco. Now in bankruptcy, the company was once the largest U.S. independent futures and commodities brokerage.
today.reuters.com

Another Refco Bidder Emerges as Deadline Nears
ABCNews.com - Nov. 3
Reuters - Nov. 3

Another bidder for the Refco futures-trading business emerged on Thursday, joining at least six other possible buyers a day before formal offers are due for the bankrupt U.S. brokerageýs assets. "The level of competition surprises me here because of the amount of resources that have been depleted from the company," said Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and former director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
abcnews.go.com
today.reuters.com

Eleven U.S. Schools Join in Drug Cost Research
Kansas City InfoZine - Nov. 4
The Courier-Journal - Nov. 4
Lawrence Journal World - Nov. 4
WishTV.com - Nov. 4
Inside Indiana Business - Nov. 4
PharmaLive.com - Nov. 4

Eleven U.S. universities, including the School of Pharmacy, are joining a research partnership aimed at reducing the cost of drug development and manufacturing. The collaboration-called the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Technology and Education-will focus on learning about the precise science involved in making pharmaceuticals and exploring ways to reduce costs.
www.infozine.com
www.jconline.com
www2.ljworld.com

Freedom of Speech at Issue in Military Recruiter Appeal, Law Schools Say
The Montgomery County Sentinel - Nov. 4

Michael Graber, PhD, JD, a professor at the School of Law, commented in this story about the revocation of New York University Law School's federal funding by Congress regarding the schoolýs refusal to allow military recruiters access to campus due to the militaryýs "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy regarding homosexuality. Pentagon policy is "asking schools to honor bigotry," he said.
www.thesentinel.com

Out of Joint
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 4

Researchers are seeking to take the bite out of a problem called Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome. In Baltimore, two National Institutes of Health-funded studies are evaluating pain management for TMJ Syndrome and the interaction between TMJ pain and sleep disorders.
www.baltimoresun.com

Rebirth, With Some Regret
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 4

Residents in the west Baltimore neighborhood of Poppleton are split on the city's redevelopment plan sparked by the University of Marylandýs $300 million investment in the UMB BioPark.
www.baltimoresun.com

U.S. Supreme Court Pick Worries Some in Delaware
Wilmington News Journal - Nov. 4

Howard Palley, PhD, a professor at the School of Social Work, discussed recent nominations to the U.S Supreme Court in a forum sponsored by the NAACP, National Organization for Women, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and the American Civil Liberties Union. "Term limits would be a reasonable way of maintaining political balance on the nation's highest court. It's more democratic," said Palley. "There's not really much that can be done to stop these nominations. I think we need to start thinking outside the box."
www.delawareonline.com

Avian Flu Volunteers Receive Booster Shots
WBFF-TV, Fox 45 - Nov. 1
WMAR-TV 2 - Nov. 1
WTTG-Fox 5, Washington, D.C. - Oct. 31

Volunteers in an avian flu vaccine trial are receiving booster shots this week, the third time they have received the immunizations, which researchers hope will ward off a potential pandemic outbreak by the deadly virus. James Campbell, MD, a professor at the School of Medicine's Center for Vaccine Development, said researchers want to know if the booster shots will increase the effects of the first two immunizations.

Early Screenings Key to Combat Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
The Maryland Gazette - Nov. 2

In this "Health Talk" column, Marshall Benjamin, MD, associate professor at the School of Medicine, writes about the risk factors and warning signs of an abdominal aortic aneurysm, one of the most common and fatal vascular diseases.

Eleven U.S. Schools Join in Drug Cost Research
United Press International - Nov. 3
Indystar.com - Nov. 3
PittsburghPost-Gazette.com - Nov. 3
WebIndia.com - Nov. 3

Eleven U.S. universities, including the School of Pharmacy, are joining in a research partnership aimed at reducing the cost of drug development and manufacturing. The collaboration―called the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Technology and Education-will focus on learning about the precise science involved in making pharmaceuticals and exploring ways to reduce costs.
www.indystar.com
www.post-gazette.com
news.webindia123.com

First Court Appearance
The Morning Edition, WYPR Radio - Nov. 3

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, discussed today's court appearance for I. Lewis Libby, Vice President Dick Cheney's former chief of staff.

Law Students' Brochure Outlines Pretrial Rights
The Daily Record - Nov. 3

In an attempt to remedy what they see as a problem in the state's criminal justice system, students in the Access to Justice Clinical Program at the School of Law have created an instructional guide for prisoners during pretrial release hearings. Doug Colbert, JD, professor at the School of Law, who heads the clinic, said the pamphlet has been approved by the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office and the secretary of the State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The vast majority of counties also have been receptive to the idea, he said.
www.mddailyrecord.com

Pandemic Outbreak Is Inevitable, Government Officials Say
ABC News - Nov. 2
CNN.com - Nov. 2

Documents released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services present a chilling scenario in which an influenza pandemic outbreak will wreak havoc on a world that is largely unprepared. The story includes a photo of volunteer Marcela Pasetti, PhD, an assistant professor at the School of Medicine, receiving a booster shot as part of an avian flu trial.
abcnews.go.com
www.cnn.com

President Bush's Bird Flu Plan
WUSA-TV, Channel 9, 9 a.m. - Nov. 2

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, discussed federal officials' effort to create a plan to keep the deadly bird flu from coming to the U.S. and how President Bush is asking Congress for money to ensure that the country is prepared for a possible pandemic outbreak.

Supreme Court TV?
The Decatur Daily Democrat - Nov. 1
Jewish World Review - Nov. 1
The Tulsa World - Nov. 1

In his column, Nat Hentoff examined what he says is the persistent call for the U.S. Supreme Court to allow its oral arguments to be televised. Sherrilyn Ifill, JD, associate professor at the School of Law, cited a Maryland case, Schaffer v.Weast, as a prime example. "This is a case that stands to affect hundreds of thousands of children throughout the United States. So, it's critically important to people to understand that the court's not deciding questions that exist in lofty ivory towers," she said.
www.decaturdailydemocrat.com
www.jewishworldreview.com

Alito Faces Bumpy Path
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 2

In this op-ed, Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security, analyzed the nomination of Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court.
www.baltimoresun.com

Avian Flu Volunteers Get Booster Shots
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 2
The Associated Press - Nov. 2

Volunteers in an avian flu vaccine trial are receiving booster shots this week, the third time they have received the immunizations, which researchers hope will ward off a potential pandemic outbreak by the deadly virus. James Campbell, MD, a professor at the School of Medicine's Center for Vaccine Development, said researchers want to know if the booster shots will increase the effects of the first two immunizations. Also quoted in the story is Patrick Wolf, a safety manager for the University who decided to participate because his job requires him to be an emergency responder.
www.baltimoresun.com

Portraits of Hope
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 1

The Heart Gallery, an exhibition of 58 portraits of Marylandýs hard-to-adopt children, which opens Friday at Villa Julie College, is a new approach to finding them permanent homes. Susan Leviton, JD, a professor at the School of Law who runs the children's law clinic, applauds the program.
www.baltimoresun.com

President Bush Unveils Plans to Battle Avian Flu
The Baltimore Sun - Nov. 2

While President Bush outlines a plan to secure $1.5 billion so that federal agencies can purchase flu vaccine, researchers at the Center for Vaccine Development at the School of Medicine are testing the effectiveness of an avian flu vaccine being produced by Sanofi pasteur under a U.S. government contract.
www.baltimoresun.com

Scholarships Increase Saudi Students at Oregon Universities
The Oregonian - Nov. 1

The Saudi Arabian government is providing all-expense-paid academic scholarships to 5,000 Saudis each year for the next five years for study abroad. Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security, said any introduction of large numbers of Saudis to the United States merits close attention from immigration officials.
www.oregonlive.com

Supreme Court TV?
The Washington Times - Oct. 31

In his column, Nat Hentoff examined what he says is the persistent call for the U.S. Supreme Court to allow its oral arguments to be televised. Sherrilyn Ifill, JD, associate professor at the School of Law, cited a Maryland case, Schaffer vs.Weast, as a prime example. "This is a case that stands to affect hundreds of thousands of children throughout the United States. So, it's critically important to people to understand that the court's not deciding questions that exist in lofty ivory towers," she said.
www.washtimes.com

Women of Excellence Luncheon
Comcast Local Edition on CNN Headline News- Oct. 31 - Nov. 5

Paula Monopoli, JD, associate professor at the School of Law and director of the Women, Leadership & Equality Program, talked about the Network 2000ýs Women of Excellence Luncheon on Nov. 9 that will benefit the program.

Alito Nominated to U.S. Supreme Court
BBC Radio - Oct. 31

Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and director of the Center for Health and Homeland Security, was interviewed about the nomination of Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Alito Nominated to U.S. Supreme Court
WBAL-TV Ch 11, 6 p.m - Oct. 31
WBFF-TV Ch 45, 7:15 a.m. - Nov. 1
WJZ-TV Ch 13, 7:30 a.m. - Nov. 1

Mark Graber, PhD, JD, professor at the School of Law, discussed the nomination of Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Asian Financial Crisis Link in Refco Collapse
Bloomberg News - Oct. 31
The Standard - Nov. 1
Shanghai Daily - Nov. 1

Refco was the biggest independent U.S. futures broker until it sought bankruptcy protection Oct. 17, after disclosing that former Chief Executive Phillip Bennett covered up $430 million of bad debts. "During the Asian crisis, we were very concerned that big investors could leave a firm like Refco holding the bag," said Michael Greenberger, JD, professor at the School of Law and former director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. "It sounds like Bennett may have avoided all that by covering those loans himself."
www.thestandard.com.hk
quote.bloomberg.com
www.shanghaidaily.com

Charges Don't Directly Address CIA Leak
The Associated Press ý Oct. 28
The Houston Chronicle - Oct. 28
The Denver Post - Oct. 28
Special Broadcasting Service (Australia) - Oct. 28

The indictment of vice presidential advisor I. Lewis "Scooter" Libby Jr. is built on charges of obstruction of justice, making false statements, and perjury. "Perjury and false statements can be remarkably easy to prove," said Andrew Levy, JD, an adjunct professor at the School of Law. "So often it's the cover-up that ensnares people."
www.chron.com
www.denverpost.com
www9.sbs.com.au

Double-Duty Drugs
The Washington Times - Nov. 1

The recent warning about the adverse effects of some prescription drugs are counterbalanced by the more positive trend of an increase in the number of so-called double-duty drugs―medicine that treats two medical conditions. "With some drugs, you are tempted to say, 'What a leap of faith.' Other times, they are more obviously related," said Magaly Rodriguez de Bittner, PharmD, associate dean for academic affairs at the School of Pharmacy.
washingtontimes.com

Expert Advice on New Drugs
Newsday.com - Nov. 1

Approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not necessarily mean prescription drugs should be taken without concern about possible side effects. Former FDA employee Sheila Weiss Smith, PhD, an associate professor at the School of Pharmacy and the School of Medicine, said one obstacle to oversight is that the FDA doesn't fund much post-approval research, leaving it up to drug manufacturers to study the safety of drugs on the market, many of which are highly profitable.
www.newsday.com

Halloween Tour of Westminster Burial Ground Previewed
WBAL-TV Ch 11, 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. - Oct. 31

Lu Ann Marshall, special projects coordinator at the School of Law, was featured talking about last night's Halloween Tour at Westminster Burial Ground and Catacombs.

Scientists Look to the Past To Predict Bird Fluýs Course
The SeattleTimes.com - Nov. 1

James Campbell, MD, assistant professor of pediatrics at the School of Medicine, commented in this story about the avian bird flu.
seattletimes.nwsource.com