Nibedita Paul Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center

From a simple test to peace of mind: Why screening events matter

The advice from one woman who attended such event is to take advantage of opportunities that make screening easy.

Jul 9, 2026

Bridget Brown

Cattlemen’s Ball brings Nebraskans together for a cause

The 28th Annual Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska, held June 5th and 6th, once again demonstrated the power of community by bringing together supporters, donors, advocates, researchers, and leaders from across the state committed to advancing cancer research and improving lives.  The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center sincerely thanks the 2026 hosts, Linda and Howard (Howdy) Benjamin and their […]

Jun 29, 2026

Cattlemen's ball sign

New faculty spotlight: Sicong Zhang, PhD

Dr. Zhang is an assistant professor with the Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and Allied Diseases.

May 20, 2026

Sicong Zhang, PhD

Cancer center hosts Midwest Data Partner’s Workshop

More than 100 attendees from across the city, state and region came to UNMC on April 30.

May 13, 2026

Edward Peters, DMD, ScD, professor and chair of the UNMC Department of Epidemiology and co-lead of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program in the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, speaks at the Midwest Data Partner’s Workshop hosted by the NCI-designated Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

From a simple test to peace of mind: Why community screening events matter

After a free cancer screening test at a community event led to an early catch, Bridget Brown shares why showing up and spreading the word matters.

May 7, 2026

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Driving progress in cancer care through clinical trials 

Cancer survivors and clinical trial leaders speak to the courage, collaboration, and commitment driving cancer care forward.

May 7, 2026

From left to right: Cancer survivors and clinical trial participants A'Jamal-Rashad Byndon, Indira Engel and John Noel

Cancer center launches data tools to explore cancer risks

The new tools will help Nebraskans see their local cancer burden while supporting local prevention and screening efforts.

Apr 28, 2026

Sai Paritala, PharmD

Overby appointed cancer center’s associate director for administration

Amy Overby comes to the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center from the NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center at Winship Cancer Institute.

Mar 24, 2026

Amy Overby

Kathleen Moore, MD, appointed cancer center’s deputy director

Dr. Moore, a leader in gynecologic oncology, also will serve as director of Phase 1 oncology trials with the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

Mar 18, 2026

Kathleen Moore, MD

10/11 NOW on Mar. 3

Pilot partnership aims to provide support, address cancer disparities across rural Nebraska

Mar 6, 2026

Welcome to Nebraska road sign in rural Nebraska