The Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus is playing an active role in coronavirus research. Scientists at its Crystallization Lab in Buffalo are working with non-infectious samples of the virus to help researchers understands the virus' shape and structure, which can then help in understanding how certain drugs can interact with the virus.
Crosby's Convenience Stores has partnered with ConnectLife, Western New York's only community blood center, to host community blood drives across the region at local stores. Upcoming dates and locations are as follows:-April 22 in Barker-April 27 in Delevan-April 28, May 22, July 28 and Sept. 30 in Bradford, Pa.-June 1 and July 29 in Hinsdale-July 30 and Sept. 28 in Mayville-June 1 and Aug. 3 in Lockport-June 12 and Aug. 14 in Wales-July 6 and Sept. 8 in Boston
In celebration of the Ride For Roswell's 25th anniversary, Tops has a special offer. When you purchase Tops premium churned Orange DreamCycle light ice cream, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Roswell Park. This light vanilla ice cream is split with a creamy light orange ice cream.
MVP Health Care, a health insurer in New York and Vermont, is also now waiving all costs related to testing, diagnosing, and treating COVID-19.
Simone Ragland has been appointed as the new Executive Director of WNY STEM Hub.
