Thursday, January 5, 2006 • Vol 12, Issue 1

Dr. Anna Wald's research is among the first pieces of scientific evidence to show that regular condom use can prevent the spread of genital herpes, a sexually transmitted disease affecting more than one in five Americans. She believes condom labels should reflect their now-proven effectiveness. Photo by Todd McNaught

• Proof in packaging
  Virologist Anna Wald's research shows herpes risk cut in half for consistent condom users, lends substance to debate over labeling
  
  

• Fund provides a Means for mentorship
  Peggy Means Leadership Development Fund cultivates future Center leaders; apply for grants by Feb. 28
  
  

• Focus on your physical future during 2006 Healthy Challenge
  
  
• Apply by Jan. 13 for Avon-NCI funds
  
  
• Arnold Building wins masonry award
  
  
• Center, NCI launch open-source software for proteomics analysis
  
  
• 'Twas a season to give generously
  
  
• Your next Amazon.com order may help raise curriculum-enrichment funds for Hutch Kids
  
  
• Save the date: Next Science Friday is Jan. 20 in Pelton Auditorium
  
  
• Internet Services offers Web-author training Jan. 10 in Yale Building
  
  

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