Duane Retzlaff UNMC Department of Pathology Microbiology and Immunology
Dr. Iwen retires after 48 years at UNMC
Dr. Peter Iwen can look back on many accomplishments in his 48-year career at UNMC. He’s also leaving with a sense of gratitude for the people who played a big part in his journey.
Aug 11, 2026
Students gain laboratory experience in summer programs
Eleven undergraduate students have spent their summer working and learning in our department’s laboratories.
Aug 11, 2026
Dr. Paul Fey looks forward to term as UNMC Faculty Senate president
Dr. Paul Fey says he is honored to serve as UNMC Faculty Senate president this year.
Aug 11, 2026
RPS Operations Manager Anna Carpenter wins Silver U Award
Anna Carpenter, Operations Manager at Regional Pathology Services, recently was honored with the Silver U Award.
Aug 11, 2026
Medical student enjoys pathology externship
An eight-week summer externship program offered by the Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology turned out to be a perfect fit for Lindsay Adams, who is entering her second year of med school at UNMC.
Aug 11, 2026
Middle and high school students gain hands-on lab experience in workshop
Ten middle and high school students spent the better part of the last week in July in the laboratory for the Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology’s Young Scientist Research Workshop. The weeklong event aims to promote STEM education and provide young scientists with hands-on experience in biomedical research. The program was led by Sujata […]
Aug 11, 2026
Spotlight on: Amanda Bartling
Amanda Bartling has seen many roles in her nearly 20 years at UNMC, from research technologist to her current role, as laboratory manager at NPHL.
Aug 11, 2026
Kirk Hansen retires as director of Regional Pathology Services
Kirk Hansen, who retired this month as director of Regional Pathology Services, is proud of the growth he’s seen in his time here. RPS, formed more than 50 years ago to provide cutting-edge laboratory testing and consultation for doctors, clinics, and hospitals across Nebraska, continues to expand each year.
Aug 11, 2026
Department hosts International Conference on Gram-Positive Pathogens
The 2026 International Conference on Gram-Positive Pathogens (ICG+P) hosted by UNMC’s Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, drew 135 graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, lab personnel, and faculty members to Omaha.
Jun 10, 2026
Rep. Don Bacon visits department laboratories
A visit to Capitol Hill by two house officers in UNMC’s Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology in April led to U.S. Rep. Don Bacon touring some of the department’s labs on June 1.
Jun 10, 2026
