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Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Pat Neshek's first son, Gehrig, died, Oct. 3, 2012, just 23 hours after he was born. (Bill Kostroun/AP Photo)

UI's Bell comments on death of Oakland A pitcher's infant son

Friday, October 5, 2012
Edward Bell, M.D., a neonatologist at UI Children's Hospital, comments on the story of an Oakland A’s pitcher whose son died just 23 hours after he was born.

Hancher seeks singers for 'It Gets Better'

Thursday, October 4, 2012
Hancher is presenting "It Gets Better," an anti-bullying performance based on the video project of the same name and featuring members of the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles. Local vocalists will have the opportunity to be part of the performance.
(Image: Dragos Vasilescu, University of Iowa and the University of British Columbia)

Lung maze modelled in 3-D thanks to UI research team

Thursday, October 4, 2012
A University of Iowa-led research team created the most detailed three-dimensional model of a region of the mouse lung where breathed air collects. The team thinks the model can be used to track how inhaled gases move through the complex system of airways in the lungs and how some lung diseases, such as emphysema, originate and develop.
Exterior of Iowa River Landing

UI Hospitals and Clinics celebrates new clinic

Thursday, October 4, 2012
The leadership of University of Iowa Health Care, joined by government officials, business leaders and other guests, will formally dedicate the state’s newest ambulatory care clinic in the Iowa River Landing development in Coralville on Friday, Oct. 5.
Group photo of vocal ensemble Anonymous 4

Hancher to present Anonymous 4 performing 'love fail' by UI alum David Lang

Thursday, October 4, 2012
The University of Iowa’s Hancher will present vocal ensemble Anonymous 4 performing love fail by UI alumnus and Pulitzer Prize-winner David Lang Thursday, Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 228 East Jefferson St. in Iowa City.

'In This Moment' celebrates female composers, performers

Thursday, October 4, 2012
“In This Moment: Women and Their Songs,” a recital program presented by Katherine Eberle, mezzo-soprano, will showcase the music of living female American musicians at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 17, in the Riverside Recital Hall on the University of Iowa campus.
Photo of presidential candidates, contender Mitt Romney and incumbent Barack Obama

Hagle says Romney has more at stake in debate

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
University of Iowa political science professor Tim Hagle says that Mitt Romney is under more pressure and needs to prove himself in the first presidential debate at the University of Denver in Colorado.

UI, Kirkwood tout new joint education center

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
A planned new Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa will offer partnerships and collaborations focused on science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Vocalist Lila Downs

Hancher to present Lila Downs on Oct. 13 at Englert Theatre

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Vocalist Lila Downs blends Mexican roots music with a host of other styles to create a sound all her own. Hancher will present her at the Englert Theatre on Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m.
UI Veterans Association President and UI student Greg Touzani poses in the UI Veterans Center

UI helps veterans transition to civilian life

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Iowa Public Radio's River to River talks with Greg Touzani, president of the the University of Iowa Veterans Association, and John Mikelson, UI Veterans Center coordinator, who describe challenges they've faced adapting to civilian life and their efforts to help other veterans.

UIHC LGBT Clinic to open Monday

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Two University of Iowa physicians are teaming up to start University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics’ first Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Clinic. (Note: A paid subscription may be required.)
Mike Apicella in his lab

Influenced by great mentors, Apicella passes it on

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Mike Apicella really knows how to bring out the best in his fellow scientists. On Thursday, Oct. 4, Apicella, senior associate dean for scientific affairs and professor of microbiology, will be honored for his exceptional mentoring skills with the 2012 UI Carver College of Medicine’s Distinguished Mentor Award.