MU’s Regenerative Medicine Symposium well worth attending

Remember the time when ‘pinch me’ was a common phrase used when witnessing an extraordinary happening?
The BIG event held at the University of Missouri-Columbia, organized by the MU Institute for Clinical and Translational Science, MU Biodesign and Innovation Program, MU Coulter Translational Partnership Program, MU Office of Technology Management and Industry Relations, & Mizzou Advantage, was a ‘pinch me’ presentation! 
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Dr. Lilianna Solnica-Krezel’s presentation, “Regenerative Medicine: Opportunities for Biomedical Innovation”
was so exciting, as she described the remarkable research in Regenerative Medicine happening at Washington University! Such a plesure to work with Dr. Jerry Parker & his staff! Bonus to meet Dr. Angela Bowman, Executive Director of the Washington University Center for Regenerative Medicine.

Hope MU does this again:-)


Always a pleasure to be & bring a guest on Paul Pepper’s show

Thanks to Dr. Adam Whaley-Connell, Paul Pepper, his huge audience, & I learned that good continues to happen at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Columbia, specifically referring to the ongoing medical research being conducted!

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Can’t wait to hear Dr. Whaley-Connell talk more about the amazing things the VA researchers are doing (especially with the nuclear reactor) next Tuesday morning! See you then!


Thankfully, Hannibal is, & will always be, Hannibal:-)

Just as the people of Hannibal inspired Mark Twain’s characters, I found the members of Hannibal’s Evening Kiwanis Club to also be inspirational! Unlike many clubs that recruit new members from ‘young-uns’, Hannibal’s Evening Kiwanis welcomed their newest member, at age 82!

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Thanks to Debbie G. for being such a wonderful host!
Debbie Grieshaber & MRT

I suppose my enjoyment of Hannibal & its history is also influenced by another Margaret, who came from Hannibal, Margaret Tobin, the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown. Why was I not surprised to learn of another famous son of Hannibal, William Lear, the designer of the Lear jet!

Great people, great things continue to happen in Hannibal!


KCALSI Annual Dinner 2014 was the place to be on Sept. 9!

This year’s KCALSI Annual Dinner was very well attended! Was it because of this year’s location at the Midland Theater? Was it because this year’s program was over the top? Surely it was a combination of both – BRAVO Kansas City Area Life Sciences Institute!
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This year’s program included an exciting Silent Auction, with images curated by Sarah Hearn and Erin Olm-Shipman of the Collectors Fund. Proceeds from the silent auction will support STEAM education, an integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art.
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It was great to work with such a talented group in such a legendary location!
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Special to reconnect with Blue Valley Kiwanis

Some people & places are hard to forget. As I arrived at the Salvation Army building in Blue Valley, it became more & more familiar. Then, to greet & re-greet, & speak with the folks at Blue Valley Kiwanis was a special treat! The remarkable WW2 Veteran I met made this day even more memorable!

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Taping a radio show with Paul Pepper always a pleasure

Thrilled to be allowed the entire time with my guest, Adam Whaley-Connell. Both Paul & I were spell-bound, listening to examples of the world-class research being conducted at Columbia’s VA Hospital! This was just the promo – can’t wait to hear Dr. Whaley-Connell’s entire talk later this month (Sept. 23rd)!

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Hannibal Rotary’s a productive group!

Often, when I’m a guest speaker, I am allowed to sit in on a club’s meeting. Impressive to hear of all the happenings with the Hannibal Rotary! Equally impressive were the many kind & accomplished people in attendance.

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Attending the MU’s Parkinson’s Conference was humbling & inspiring!

To witness & experience the level of honesty this conference practiced was certainly inspirational! It’s no wonder why the speakers are world-renowned! The 400+ attendees, the volunteers, & the speakers were all glad to be here, together, on this day, at this exceptional conference!

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Lucky to have the Thompson Center in Missouri!

I was fortunate to tour the Thompson Center in Columbia – what a remarkable staff in a remarkable facility!
Thanks for the tour, Tammy H.!

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Kirksville hosts Rebecca McClanahan’s presentation

Such an honor to host a presentation by Rebecca McClanahan on A.T.S.U.’s campus in Kirksville!
Amazing talk! Always good to see Jack!

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