UTMB Announcements for 5/16/2025

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UTMB Pediatrics Grand Rounds
TODAY from 12 to 1 PM - Join us in celebrating UTMB Standardized Patient Program's ASPE Accreditation
Medical Waste Management - Notice of Non-Compliance: Don’t Get Rejected!
LAST DAY IN GALVESTON FOR GRACE ANNA’S BOUTIQUE!!!
BEYOND BLING BOUTIQUE WILL BE IN LEAGUE CITY MONDAY, TUESDAY, AND WEDNESDAY!
Roberto Logroño, M.D. Lectureship for Professionalism in Healthcare and Award Ceremony
ITS will be upgrading FMS PeopleSoft to 8.61.08 starting on Friday, May 16 at 9:00pm - Sunday, May 18th at 8:00pm
CBEID Research Retreat Interest Survey—Respond by May 23
GSBS HPTM Final Examination - Chapman

Repeat AnnouncementsFirst Published
One Week Only UTMB Optical Shop Special! May 12 – May 165/15/2025
Call for Abstracts: CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium5/14/2025
FY26 Holiday Schedule Now Available5/12/2025
Research Presentation Series: "Intro to Qualitative Research Methods"5/14/2025
Institute for Translational Sciences Research Ethics Consultation Walk-In Studio5/12/2025
ANGLETON DANBURY AUXILIARY MONTHLY BLOOD DRIVE5/14/2025
Hazard Mitigation Plan - Review & Feedback5/13/2025
Volunteers Needed for HPV Vaccine Study5/14/2025
National Police Week 20255/15/2025
Exciting News: Epic’s Research Module Coming to UTMB on May 27, 2025!5/15/2025
Learning @ Your Library: Summer Classes Available5/15/2025
It's time to ELIMINATE frequent UTIs5/15/2025
Texas celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Digital Accessibility!5/15/2025
Seeking healthy babies for Pneumococcal Vaccine5/12/2025
CMV Vaccine Study - RECRUITING NOW!5/12/2025

UTMB Pediatrics Grand Rounds
First Published 5/16/2025

UTMB Pediatric Grand Rounds

Friday, May 23, 2025, 8-9 a.m. (Central Time)

Donna Mendez, MD, EdD

Clinical Professor

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Department of Pediatrics & Emergency Medicine

 

The University of Texas Medical Branch

Pediatric Emergencies

Objectives:Following the session, participants should be able to:

  • Treat patients with asthma prior to transferring to ED per guidelines
  • Recognize need for imaging in abdominal and head trauma
  • Apply treatment for status epilepticus and resuscitation by recent guidelines

 

 Virtual: Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 212 380 989 424 4; Passcode: Sw3qe285

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Contact:     Email: Blanca Araujo     For: Department of Pediatrics     Phone: 409-772-0192
 
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TODAY from 12 to 1 PM - Join us in celebrating UTMB Standardized Patient Program's ASPE Accreditation
First Published 5/16/2025
We are thrilled to announce that the UTMB Standardized Patient (SP) Program located in the Health Education Center (HEC) has achieved full accreditation from the Association of SP Educators (ASPE) in human simulation. This prestigious recognition highlights our institution's dedication to excellence in healthcare education.
With this accomplishment, UTMB becomes one of the first institutions to receive this distinguished recognition, being among the select few invited to apply and successfully attain full accreditation in ASPE's inaugural review process.
We invite you to join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and recognizing the collective efforts that made it possible.
Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Health Education Center, 301 11th Street, Galveston, TX 77555
Room: 1.202
Light refreshments will be served.
Please RSVP here.
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Contact:     Email: Linda Martell     For: Health Education Center     Phone: 409-266-0003
 
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Medical Waste Management - Notice of Non-Compliance: Don’t Get Rejected!
First Published 5/16/2025

Don't get rejected!

Environmental Services uses yellow rejection checklists to communicate deficiencies when collecting closed medical waste boxes.  If a medical waste box does not meet the packaging requirements outlined in EHS Policy 08.01.16 - Medical Waste Guidance, it will be rejected. 

The responsible employees must bring the package into compliance by addressing the noted issue(s).

Avoid rejection and always ensure medical waste boxes meet weight restrictions, are properly closed and labeled, and contain adequate absorbent or solidifiers to protect against leaks.  

Contact:     Email: Kevin Hebert     For: Environmental Health and Safety     Phone: 409-772-8494
 
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LAST DAY IN GALVESTON FOR GRACE ANNA’S BOUTIQUE!!!
First Published 5/16/2025

 

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY IN GALVESTON

FOR GRACE ANNA’S BOUTIQUE!!!

 

Grace Anna’s Boutique offers $6. jewelry and much more – including

necklace sets, rings, bracelets, earrings, fashion accessories,

scarves, dresses, tops, electronics, and more.

 

They’re also having a Lavish Linens Sale to include sheet sets and bamboo pillows.

 

FRIDAY, MAY 16TH

7:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

 

JENNIE SEALY HOSPITAL – 2ND FLOOR

BETWEEN P.J.’s COFFEE AND THE CSW

 

Cash, debit cards, and credit cards are all accepted.

 

Proceeds benefit patient and volunteer programs.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!

 

Contact:     Email: Mary Moody     For: Volunteer Services     Phone: (409) 772-2549
 
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BEYOND BLING BOUTIQUE WILL BE IN LEAGUE CITY MONDAY, TUESDAY, AND WEDNESDAY!
First Published 5/16/2025

 

Come out and meet our newest vendor to UTMB

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the League City campus!

 

Beyond Bling Boutique offers lots of bling fashion jewelry

ranging from $3.00 - $25.00, including bracelets, charm

necklaces, rings, earrings, fashion headbands, bows,

 freshies, diffusers (for your car), and wristlets.

 

 MONDAY, MAY 19TH   

9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

 

    TUESDAY, MAY 20TH     

9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

 

FRIDAY, MAY 21ST

9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

 

LEAGUE CITY CAMPUS (CLINIC SIDE) - 1ST FLOOR

 

Credit cards, Debit cards, Cash App, and Venmo are accepted.

 

Proceeds benefit Patient and Volunteer programs.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!

 

Contact:     Email: Mary Moody     For: Volunteer Services     Phone: (409) 772-2549
 
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Roberto Logroño, M.D. Lectureship for Professionalism in Healthcare and Award Ceremony
First Published 5/16/2025

M. Kathleen Murphy, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
and
The Family of Roberto Logroño, M.D.

 

Cordially invite you to the
Roberto Logroño, M.D. Award
for Professionalism in Healthcare

Honoring

Brian J. McKinnon, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., F.A.C.S.
and
Antonio R. Jimenez, M.D.

Thursday, May 29, 2025
4:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.
Caduceus Room, Administration Building
8th and Market Street
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas 77555

Reception Immediately Following
Ballinger Mills Room

Please contact Angela Culler with questions at anculler@utmb.edu

Contact:     Email: Angela Culler     For: Center for Biodefense & Emerging Infectious Diseases     Phone: 72464     Fax: 70762
 
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ITS will be upgrading FMS PeopleSoft to 8.61.08 starting on Friday, May 16 at 9:00pm - Sunday, May 18th at 8:00pm
First Published 5/16/2025

ITS will be upgrading FMS PeopleSoft to 8.61.08 starting on Friday, May 16 at 9:00PM through the weekend Sunday, May 18th at 8:00PM. The system will be unavailable during this time.

Please contact the ITS Service Desk with any questions at (409) 772-5200
 
CC# 55043
 
Contact:     Email: IS Help     For: ITS-AdminSyst-PS FMS_HCM     Phone: 409-772-5200
 
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CBEID Research Retreat Interest Survey—Respond by May 23
First Published 5/16/2025

The Center for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases
Research Retreat Interest Survey

The Center for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases (CBEID) is excited to begin planning a research retreat in the coming
months and would greatly appreciate your input to help guide our efforts.

The purpose of this retreat is to bring together faculty from across infectious diseases and related disciplines, including pathology,
immunology, microbiology, epidemiology, pharmacology, and public health, to brainstorm ideas for large, collaborative grant applications
and research projects focused on infectious diseases, medical countermeasures, and biodefense. We aim to create a space that fosters
interdisciplinary dialogue and sparks innovative partnerships.

To help us understand interest levels and identify the most valuable discussions and activities, we’ve created a short survey:
👉https://forms.office.com/r/wnafVLENgH

The survey should only take a few minutes to complete. Your feedback will be essential in helping us determine the retreat’s
format, timing, and key focus areas.

Please submit your response by Friday, May 23 to ensure your input is considered in the planning process.

We look forward to the opportunity to come together for a productive and engaging retreat.

Contact:     Email: Angela Culler     For: Center for Biodefense & Emerging Infectious Diseases     Phone: 72464     Fax: 70762
 
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GSBS HPTM Final Examination - Chapman
First Published 5/16/2025
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Announces
The Final Examination of
 
HOLLY CHAPMAN
 
For the Degree of 
Doctor of Philosophy 
May 22, 2025
12:00 PM
HEC 3.200
 
TITLE OF DISSERTATION
 
“MAPping” AND TRANSLATING CORTICOACCUMBENS CIRCUIT DYNAMICS THAT ENCODE IMPULSIVITY AND RELAPSE VULNERABILITY IN COCAINE USE DISORDER
 
SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE
 
Chair: Noelle Anastasio, PhD, Associate Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
 
Kathryn Cunningham, PhD, Professor, Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
 
Jonathan Hommel, PhD, Associate Professor, Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
 
Gisela Camacho-Hernandez, PhD, Assistant Professor, Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. 
 
Consuelo Walss-Bass, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX.
Contact:     Email: Christen Powers     For: GSBS     Phone: 4097722668
 
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One Week Only UTMB Optical Shop Special! May 12 – May 16
First Published 5/15/2025

🌸 Spring Into Style – One Week Only! 🌸

Spring Sale: May 12 – May 16
Final Days – don’t miss it!

👓 40% OFF ALL EYEWEAR
Including brand-new designer collections!

🛍️ Stop by our optical shops:
📍 Galveston – 700 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
📍 Texas City – 10121 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 77591

📌 Terms and conditions apply. Complete pair purchase required. Cannot be combined with insurance

Visit with our Opticians for details!

✨ Fresh frames, stylish savings—only for one week! Mark your calendar and swing by May 12–16! 😎🕶️

Need an appointment with one of our eyecare professionals? Call 409-747-5800

Contact:     Email: University Optical     For: UTMB Ophthalmology     Phone: 409-747-5823
 
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Call for Abstracts: CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium
First Published 5/14/2025

Call for Abstracts: CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium
Tropical & Emerging Infectious Diseases for Clinicians and Translational Scientists

Submit your work for presentation at this year’s CTD-SPECTRE Symposium, happening September 16–19, 2025, at the Grand Galvez, Galveston, TX. We welcome abstracts from all disciplines involved in clinical and translational research in Tropical and Emerging Infectious Diseases (e.g., medical, research, social sciences, public health, health professions).

🎓Open to students, trainees, postdocs, and early-career investigators
🏆Awards for top oral and poster presentations
🎯Engage with global experts in research and clinical care

📢Submission Deadline August 19, 2025

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Contact:     Email: Ada Jagape Sison     For: Center for Tropical Diseases     Phone: 409-747-1804
 
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FY26 Holiday Schedule Now Available
First Published 5/12/2025


UTMB Health’s institutional holiday schedule for fiscal year 2026 is now available at https://utmb.us/dxd.

Holiday staffing needs can vary by department to ensure patient care and other support services. Employees are encouraged to check with their leader before each holiday to confirm the work status of their area. Please note:

  • Employees who are paid biweekly and required to work on a holiday will receive both their regular rate of pay for all hours worked and holiday pay equal to the number of hours granted for the holiday. Instead of holiday pay, holiday compensatory time can be requested through the Kronos timekeeping system within 72 hours of the holiday. The compensatory time will equal the number of hours granted for the holiday.
     
  • Employees who are paid monthly and not scheduled to work on a holiday may only do so with prior approval from their leader. If approved, they will receive 8 hours of holiday compensatory time.

To read more about UTMB’s institutional holidays, please see https://utmb.us/dxb.

Contact:     Email: hremprel@utmb.edu     For: Human Resources     Phone: (409) 772-8696
 
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Research Presentation Series: "Intro to Qualitative Research Methods"
First Published 5/14/2025

UPCOMING PRESENTATION

"Intro to Qualitative Research Methods"

Please join us for the next in our series of presentations on scholarship and research directed toward medical and health professional students and young faculty members. 

Topic:“Intro to Qualitative Research Methods”

Speaker:  Jeff Susman, MD, Senior Associate Dean, John Sealy School of Medicine

Date:  Friday, May 16, 2025

Time: 12-1 PM

Location:  HEC, 3.222

Virtual Option:https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1605702517?pwd=geuM7NqFyMSW4ygzJWMpGYOQGOiFD1.1

Meeting ID: 160 570 2517

Passcode: 453603

Bring your bag lunch and enjoy a stimulating presentation with colleagues!  Research resources: JSSOM Information for Medical Students Doing Research (utmb.edu)

For more information, contact Dr. Jeffrey Susman, Sr. Associate Dean for Educational Performance, at jlsusman@utmb.edu

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Contact:     Email: Dr. Jeff Susman     For: Office of Academic Affairs - John Sealy School of Medicine     Phone: 409-772-3619
 
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Institute for Translational Sciences Research Ethics Consultation Walk-In Studio
First Published 5/12/2025

Institute for Translational Sciences Research Ethics Consultation Walk-In Studio

 

 
 

DO YOU NEED....

Guidance with a research ethics issue? Help preparing your IRB application (protocol, consent)?

Assistance with understanding an IRB deferral? Advice on handling a research integrity issue (team dynamics, power dynamics, authorship)?

Highly qualified experts in these areas are available for consultation at NO COST during the

Institute for Translational Sciences Research Ethics Consultation Walk-in Studio

3rd Tuesday of each month

2:00pm - 4:00pm

6.162 Research Bldg 6

Walk-in assistance available on a first-come, first-served basis. All consultations are confidential.

For questions, please contact RECS@utmb.edu

 

Contact:     Email: Kim Raschke     For: Institute for Translational Sciences     Phone: 409 772-5746
 
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ANGLETON DANBURY AUXILIARY MONTHLY BLOOD DRIVE
First Published 5/14/2025

Donor Sign-Up Link:

Here’s the link to sign up:

https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/386743

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Contact:     Email: Michael Washburn     For: Wellness Center     Phone: 9798489120
 
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Hazard Mitigation Plan - Review & Feedback
First Published 5/13/2025

UTMB has updated its Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). Thank you for taking the survey and providing input in the drafting phase. The last major step for you (and the communities we serve) is to review the plan itself and provide feedback. While your comments & suggestions can be submitted indefinately via the website - UTMB will maintain the plan at least annually - we've set a soft deadline for June 9th, 2025, at which point we will submit the HMP to the Texas Department of Emergency Management. Thank you very much for your involvement in this process!

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Contact:     Email: Dylan Lancaster     For: Institutional Preparedness     Phone: 4097470682
 
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Volunteers Needed for HPV Vaccine Study
First Published 5/14/2025

We are currently recruiting female volunteers between the ages of 27 and 45 years old who have never received the HPV vaccine to participate in a clinical research trial.

Reimbursement for time and travel is provided.

Please contact Rosalina Trujillo at 409-747-5594 or rmtrujil@utmb.edufor more information.

Contact:     Email: Rosalina Trujillo     For: CIRWH     Phone: 4097475594
 
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National Police Week 2025
First Published 5/15/2025

National Police Week 2025

May 11, 2025 - May 17, 2025

The UTMB Police Department is proud to celebrate National Police Week, which commenced on Sunday, May 11th and will conclude on Saturday, May 17th. Our dedicated officers are committed to ensuring a safe and secure campus environment and serving the UTMB community with distinction. This week, we encourage everyone to express their gratitude and appreciation for their unwavering service.

What is National Police Week?

National Police Week is a time for honor, remembrance, and peer support, providing an opportunity for law enforcement, survivors, and citizens to come together and pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

In 1962, President Kennedy designated May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which May 15th falls as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress, National Police Week recognizes the law enforcement officers who have lost their lives while protecting others.

National Police Week is a collaborative effort involving numerous organizations dedicated to honoring America's law enforcement community.

Contact:     Email: Kim Vaughn     For: Police     Phone: 409-772-0651     Fax: 409--772-0524
 
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Exciting News: Epic’s Research Module Coming to UTMB on May 27, 2025!
First Published 5/15/2025

Epic’s Research Module will be implemented at UTMB on May 27, 2025. This advanced tool is designed to seamlessly integrate clinical care and research, enhancing efficiency and improving patient-centered studies.

The Epic Research Module will provide:

  • Streamlined research workflows for healthcare providers
  • Improved patient recruitment and engagement through MyChart
  • Advanced analytics and data insights for research teams
  • Secure, integrated documentation to support clinical trials

For additional information and resources, please reference the Epic Research Module Information

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Contact:     Email: Beth Hill     For: Information Technology Services     Phone: 4097473839
 
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Learning @ Your Library: Summer Classes Available
First Published 5/15/2025

The Library is pleased to offer classes on topics to support publication and teaching. Class descriptions are available on the Library Calendar. Please register in advance by clicking on the class date.

Which Review Should I Do?

Identifying Predatory Journals and Conferences

I've Written It, Now Where Do I Publish It?

How to Find Images and Videos for Teaching

Citation Managers: EndNote Basic, Mendeley, Zotero

If you are interested in these topics, but the class dates don't meet your schedule, contact your Library Liaison or use Ask a Librarian to arrange a session for you or a group.
 
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Contact:     Email: Julie Trumble     For: Moody Medical Library     Phone: 409-772-3642
 
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It's time to ELIMINATE frequent UTIs
First Published 5/15/2025
 
 
OBGYN Research Support Unit is looking for Female Research Volunteers who have a history of recurrent Urinary Tract Infections.
We are recruiting for A Two‑Part, Phase 2, Double‑blind, Randomized, Active‑controlled, Parallel‑group, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Efficacy of LBP‑EC01 in the Treatment of Acute Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infection Caused by Drug Resistant Escherichia coli (a.k.a. ELIMINATE trial).
Participants must meet the following criteria:
  • Female patients (≥18 to 75 years of age)
  • Documented history of UTI in the past 12 months, and prior or current uUTI caused by antimicrobial resistant (AMR) E. coli (as single pathogen or part of polymicrobial infection where E. coli is the predominant pathogen).
    • AMR is defined as resistance to one or more antibiotics in one or more classes.
    • Please note that a current infection can be used to meet the requirement of AMR E. coli documentation.
  • Ability to supply a mid-stream, clean catch urine sample or a urine sample by newly placed catheter for microbiological analysis.
  • Active acute uUTI infection defined by:
    • Evidence of pyuria, AND/OR Dipstick analysis of a clen, mid-stream or catheter urine specimen positive for leukocytes AND
    • At least 2 of the following signs or symptoms of UTI: dysuria, urinary frequency, urinary urgency, or suprapubic pain
    • Willing to comply with all aspects of study design including study restrictions, blood, and scheduled, unscheduled and long-term follow-up study visits.
    • The onset of UTI symptoms must not exceed five days prior to enrollment
                                       
                                                       Participants will be compensated for their time.
 

 

Contact:     Email: Gabriela A Ybarra     For: OBGYN Research Support Unit     Phone: 4097474909
 
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Texas celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Digital Accessibility!
First Published 5/15/2025

May 15th marks the 14th anniversary of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD).  There are over 1 billion people with disabilities world-wide and this day is a reminder that we all can play a role in making electronic content accessible.

What can you do to help?

Read more in the Governor's Bulletin: Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Building a Digital World that Works for All.

Contact:     Email: Valerie Hall     For: Digital Accessibility     Phone: 650-619-9687
 
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Seeking healthy babies for Pneumococcal Vaccine
First Published 5/12/2025
 

The Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences-Clinical Trials Program is seeking parents of infants

possibly interested in participating in a clinical trial for a new multivalent pneumococcal investigational vaccine.

 

Participants must be healthy babies between 42 and 89 days old

who have not yet had any of their pneumonia vaccines.

This clinical trial will study whether the investigational vaccine may provide additional protection to the

standard recommended pneumococcal vaccine currently available.

Participating families will be compensated for their time and travel to appointments.

This study will have at least 6 in person visits and lasts approximately 19 months.

 

Please contact:

Milta Gilmore, LVN at (409)772-5278   email: mjgilmor@utmb.edu

Contact:     Email: Milta Gilmore     For: Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences     Phone: (409) 772-5278
 
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CMV Vaccine Study - RECRUITING NOW!
First Published 5/12/2025
 

The Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences Clinical Trials Program is recruiting healthy volunteers who are 9-15 years of age for a cytomegalovirus vaccine clinical trial.

 

                                   You may qualify if you:

                                   • Are 9-15 years old

                                   • Are in general good health

                                   • Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding

 

Additional requirements apply, which the study team can discuss with you.

 

Reimbursement for time and travel is provided.

 

Please contact Cori Burkett-Merrifield at cmburket@utmb.edu or (409) 772-5426 for more information.

 

Contact:     Email: Cori Burkett-Merrifield     For: Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences     Phone: (409) 772-5426
 
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