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October 12, 2006

Official Notices

Alcohol/drug abuse grants available


The Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute invites applications from UW faculty for its Small Grants Research Awards. Proposed research must be in alcohol or drug abuse-related fields. The maximum amount considered for funding is $20,000.


The next application deadline is 5 p.m. Oct. 16. Questions concerning the application process or suitability of a potential project should be directed to the Institute. Application guidelines are available on the ADAI Web site at http://depts.washington.edu/adai or by calling ADAI at 206-543-0937.

Proposals sought for education diversity conference

The third International Globalization, Diversity, and Education Conference will be held March 1-3, 2007 at the Red Lion Inn at the Park, Spokane, Wa.

Diversity, a concept widely employed in conversations addressing education, is seldom examined within contexts of economics, power, culture, and environment. Papers and projects that address unique and promising ways of imagining diversity in society and education are especially welcome.

Proposal Deadline: Nov. 12. For information: Contact Bernardo Gallegos at 509-335-3069 or Steve Naranjo at 509-335-8575, email the conference at diversityconf@wsu.edu, or visit the website at http://www.emmps.wsu.edu/globalization/

Funding available for agricultural safety and health projects

The UW’s Pacific Northwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center, funded by the National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety, is pleased to announce funding opportunities for pilot projects related to agricultural safety and health. Up to four projects will be funded from January 1, 2007 to September 30, 2007. The total direct cost award amount will be $20,000 per project. Selection of awards will be based on scientific merit and program relevance.

The intent of the Center’s Pilot Project program is to provide funding to stimulate innovative research; encourage collaboration between institutions and involvement with concerned communities; and attract new and established investigators to the field of agricultural health and safety.

For more information or to receive proposal guidelines contact: Robin Russell phone: 206-616-1958 or 1-800-330-0827 email: rwr5@u.washington.edu. Or visit our website at: http://depts.washington.edu/pnash  

Professional grant proposal writing workshop

The Grant Institute: Certificate in Professional Program Development and Grant Communication will be held 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Dec. 4–8 at the UW. Interested development professionals, researchers, faculty and graduate students should register as soon as possible, as demand means that seats will fill up quickly. Tuition is $997 and includes all materials and certificates. All participants will receive certification in professional grant writing from the Institute, as well as 3.5 CEU units. For more information call 888-824-4424 or visit The Grant Institute website at http://www.thegrantinstitute.com.  

Board of Regents

The Board of Regents will hold a regular public meeting at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, in the Petersen Room, Allen Library.

Blood Drives

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. -5 p.m., 4506 17th Ave. NE (between 45th and 47th)

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m., 4745 17th Ave NE (Michelle and Stan Rosen Dining Room)

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1 p.m. -7 p.m., Terry Hall lounge

Wednesday, Oct. 25, 1 p.m.- 7 p.m., Terry Hall Lounge

Shift Worker Study: participants needed

Shift Worker Study – Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center needs female hospital and laboratory workers to participate in a study investigating the impact of night-shift work on biological factors, such as hormone levels, which may increase the risk of breast cancer. Participants will receive $150 upon completion of the study.

Recent studies suggest that women who work the night shift are at an increased risk of breast cancer, most likely because disruptions in the sleep/wake cycle and exposure to light at night may affect endocrine function and the regulation of hormones most directly involved in the development of breast cancer. This study, funded by the National Cancer Institute, is the first of its kind to investigate the direct influence of working night shifts on reproductive-hormone levels that may affect breast-cancer risk.

To qualify, a woman must: Work the night shift in a hospital, laboratory, or other health care facility; be 20 to 48 years old; have regular menstrual periods; not take hormonal contraceptives (e.g., “the Pill” or Norplant); not be pregnant or nursing within the last year.

The study involves: A time commitment of four to five hours during a two-month period; tracking your menstrual cycle; urine collections; completing forms; providing a blood or saliva sample (optional)

Those interested can call 206-667-5704 (call collect if long distance) or visit www.fhcrc.org/phs/sws/ for more information. All information obtained for this study willbe kept strictly confidential.

Motor Pool Rental Rate Schedule

Motor Pool Operations is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service at a competitive price. Vehicle mileage and rental rates are adjusted annually to reflect the cost of operations, new vehicle acquisition, and vehicle maintenance. We are a self-sustaining organization and rental rates are set at a level that recovers only the cost of doing business. The rates have been reviewed and approved by the office of Management Accounting & Analysis and Facility Services. Rates for vehicle classes are calculated based on variable maintenance and depreciation costs, as well as mileage and rental utilization factors. Consequently, rate schedules for each vehicle class are prorated accordingly.

2005-06 was another banner year as Motor Pool received recognition as one of the 100 Best Fleets in North America as well as designation by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence as a Blue Seal certified maintenance facility. We launched an exciting new car sharing program, introduced cleaner fuel and cleaner vehicles, and held the line on the cost of operations. Our goals for 2006-07 include continuous customer service and operational excellence that improves accountability, competitiveness, produces cost savings and achieves environmentally sustainable results.

The U-CAR program: In 2005-06 Motor Pool introduced this exciting new car sharing program which allows easy access to rental vehicles. It is conveniently located on campus. These economically priced rental vehicles are now available for hourly rentals. The U-CAR program is dedicated to supporting the short term transportation needs of the UW community for education, research, outreach and business. Below is a summary of significant improvements or changes in 2006-2007.

A rate refund of $205,000 is included in the 2006-07 operational budget ($3,846,434) which was due to significant revenue generation in 05-06 and is prorated per vehicle. This reflects a decrease of 2 percent over the 2005-06 budget ($3,932,198). In order to better align with actual vehicle costs and to keep rates competitive with outside rental agencies, a separate compact and sedan class was created. Formerly the compacts and sedans were included with Minivan, SUV, and 12 passenger vehicle class. This change will reduce the rates for compact and sedan classes while increase the rates for the Minivan, SUV and 12 passenger vehicle class. However, the rate for Minivans, SUV’s and 12 passenger vans remains significantly below the market rates for these vehicles.

Collision Insurance Fee- Each type of vehicle $1 per day, per vehicle. U-CAR insurance fee is included in the hourly rate.

Due to fluctuating fuel prices, Motor Pool will review mileage rates monthly and adjust rates as necessary. The UW Community and Motor Pool Clients will be notified prior to any rate adjustment.

Vehicle Reservations- www.washington.edu/admin/motorpool  
Motor Pool Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 6-30 a.m.– 4-30 p.m.
Motor Pool Rental Office: 206-221-3594
For more information, call 206-616-9466.



Rental rate schedule effective Nov. 1














































 Vehicle Class  Rental Unit    Mileage
 U-CAR   $3.90 Per Hour**  
 Compact & Sedan  $8.07 Per Day  $0.30
 Minivan, SUV &
 12 Passenger 		 $19.76 Per Day  $0.40
 Heavy Trucks       $10.21 Per Day  $1.31
 Handivan  $6.57 Per Day  $0.65
 Packer Truck*  $26.71 Per Day  $3.45
 Health Science
 Express Buses 		 $75.51 Per Day  $1.36
 Step Van*    $10.21 Per Day  $1.31
 Loaner Vehicle   $2.51 Per Day  ***  
*Specialty vehicles not available for daily rental pool.
**Mileage cost are included in hourly rate
***Mileage rate depends on loaner vehicle class



Degree Exams


Members of the graduate faculty are invited to attend the following examinations.  Chairpersons are denoted in parentheses.
General Exams


Members of the graduate faculty are invited to attend the following examinations. Chairpersons are denoted in parentheses.


General Exams




  • Larissa E. Back, Atmospheric Sciences, Ph.D. 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Bldg., 627. (Prof. Christopher Bretherton).


  • Larissa M. Balogh, Pharmacy – Medicinal Chemistry, Ph.D. 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. Health Sciences Ctr., H-074. (Prof. William Atkins).


  • Richard D. Boyce, Medical Education and Biomedical Informatics, Ph.D. 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18. UWMC, NN-132. (Prof. Ira Kalet).


  • Heather Ann Brauer, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Ph.D. 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. FHCRC, M1-307. (Prof. Paul Lampe).


  • Leah A. Bricker, Education, Ph.D. 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18. Miller Hall, 423-A. (Prof. Philip Bell).


  • n Yu-Jung Chang, English, Ph.D. 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25. Padelford Hall, A-101-C. (Prof. Yasuko Kanno).


  • Drew D. Creal, Economics, Ph.D. 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26. Savery Hall, 302-C. (Prof. Eric Zivot).


  • Andrea E. Duncan, Anthropology, Ph.D. 11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 23. Denny Hall, 402. (Profs. Steven Goodreau and Randall Kyes).


  • Hsiu-Wu Guo, Electrical Engineering, Ph.D. 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Paul Allen Ctr for CSE, AE-108. (Prof. Scott Dunham).


  • Michael T. Hensel, Pathobiology Group, Ph.D. 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 26. Health Sciences Ctr., E-214. (Prof. David Koelle).


  • Jenna Jung-Youn Lee, Psychology, Ph.D. 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Chemistry Library, 202-C. (Prof. Yuichi Shoda).


  • Peyina Lin, Information School, Ph.D. 9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Mary Gates Hall, 310-D. (Prof. Michael Eisenberg).


  • Meredith A. Mathis, Immunology, Ph.D. 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17. Health Sciences Ctr., H-562. (Prof. Christopher Wilson).


  • Elaine Y. Nam, Chemistry, Ph.D. 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Chemistry Bldg., 239. (Prof. Julie Kovacs).


  • Michael David Oleyar, Forest Resources, Ph.D. 3:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 16. Smith Hall, 211. (Prof. John Marzluff).


  • Srivatsan M. Raman, Biochemistry, Ph.D. 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18. Health Sciences Ctr., J-412. (Prof. David Baker).


  • Gregory B. Strylewicz, Medical Education and Biomedical Informatics, Ph.D. noon Tuesday, Oct. 24. UWMC, RR-134. (Prof. Peter Tarczy-Hornoch).


  • Benjamin Thomas, Music, D.M.A. 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. Meany Hall, 59-K. (Prof. Thomas Collier).


  • Thomas W. Vance, Business School, Ph.D. 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13. Mackenzie Hall, 367. (Prof. Jane Kennedy).


  • Jeanmarie E. Williams, Drama, Ph.D. 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Hutchinson Hall, 150. (Prof. Sarah Bryant-Bertail).


  • Ryan James Wilson, Business School, Ph.D. 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Mackenzie Hall, 367. (Prof. Terry Shevlin).


  • Yaowu Yuan, Biology, Ph.D. 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 16. Hitchcock Hall, 312. (Prof. Richard Olmstead).

Final Exams




  • Jen-Yu Chou, Anthropology, Ph.D. 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 16. Denny Hall, 402. “The psychiatric politics of risk and cost: Forensic theory and practice in the U.S. and Taiwan” (Profs. Stevan Harrell & Lorna Rhodes).


  • Jerry Davison, Biology, Ph.D. 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. Health Sciences Ctr., K-069. “Polymorphism and replication of heterochromatic repeats in the DNA of arabidopsis” (Prof. Luca Comai).


  • Seth J. Goldenberg, Pharmacology, Ph.D. 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Genome Sciences Bldg., S-060. “Structural and biochemical analysis of cull-based ubiquitin ligases” (Prof. Ning Zheng).


  • Lingyun Huang, Bioengineering, Ph.D. 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17. Foege Bldg., N-130. “Ultrasound plethysmography: Signal processing and the application” (Prof. Kirk Beach).


  • Jennifer E. Kay, Earth and Space Sciences, Ph.D. 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Johnson Hall, 075. “Microphysical and dynamical controls on cirrus cloud in homogeneity” (Profs. Marcia Baker & Dean Hegg).


  • Sunil Laxman, Pharmacology, Ph.D. 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17. Health Sciences Ctr., K-069. “ca.m.P signaling and regulation by phosphodiesterases in trypanosomes” (Prof. Joseph Beavo).


  • Alex J. Lindblad, Civil And Environmental Engineering, Ph.D. 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. More Hall, 229. “Increasing the functionality of the finite element based surgical suturing simulators” (Prof. George Turkiyyah).


  • Mitchell J. Oler, Business School, Ph.D. 8:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20. Mackenzie Hall, 367. “The continuing existence of firms with a market-to-book ratio less than 1” (Prof. Terry Shevlin).


  • Elya E. Prystowsky, Public Health and Community Medicine – Epidemiology, Ph.D. 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26. 1100 Olive Way, Suite 1400, room E-14. “Sexual intercourse, sexually transmitted infections, and urinary tract infections in post-menopausal women” (Prof. Stephen Hawes).

  • Benjamin John Stenberg, Philosophy, Ph.D. 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Savery Hall, 331-A. “Toward a linguistic conception of thought” (Prof. Cass Weller).