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Now internationally recognized as a leading cerebrovascular surgeon, Dr. Batjer is the 2020 recipient of the Harvey Cushing Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS). Established in 1976 and given annually, the award recognizes AANS members for distinguished service and accomplishments in the field of neurosurgery.

For every path we choose, there is a “why” we set out on it – a person who inspired us, a moment that defined our choices, a consideration that set us in the direction we chose to walk. In celebration of Nurses Week, May 6-12, we reached out to a cross-section of UT Southwestern nurses who work every day to embody the institution’s values of excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion as they care for UTSW patients and contribute to important research. We asked each to share their personal “why” with us. They filmed and penned the following responses to inspire our community.

Mr. Barton immediately signed up for consideration as a potential plasma donor. People who have recovered from COVID-19 have built up levels of antibodies to defend the body against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. On April 13, after tests on him came back negative for active COVID-19, Mr. Barton became one of the first convalescent plasma donors in North Texas.

To increase diversity among UT Southwestern’s researchers and faculty, leaders in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences have instituted a new program that provides mentorship and other resources to early career scientists from minority groups underrepresented in biomedical science.

Every quarter, we recognize shining stars within our UT Southwestern Health System – employees who provide exceptional patient care, as well as those who stand out in vital supporting roles.

For UTSW’s hospital chaplains, the COVID-19 pandemic is changing daily routines as well.

UT Southwestern researchers using advanced microscopes have shown how a lipid that regulates development of the heart, nerves, and immune system is exported out of cells so it can do its job. Knowing the structure of this fat molecule bound to its transporter protein holds promise for someday improving treatments for lung cancer, multiple sclerosis (MS), and other diseases, according to Xiaochun Li, Ph.D., an Associate Professor of Molecular Genetics and Biophysics.

The Department of Psychiatry sponsors diverse clinical research activities, which receive support from federal, state, and local agencies. Research informs us of the causes of mental disorders, and brings to patients the newest and best treatments.

Rising Star Award

Isaac Pence, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, and Gaurav Sharma, Ph.D., M.B.A., Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, were among 33 investigators selected to receive American Heart Association (AHA) Second Century Early Faculty Independence Awards.