UNMC strategic communications

Inside the Innovation Design Unit: Transforming patient care

The 17-bed unit on the sixth floor of University Tower is testing new models of care, innovating tech and facility design.

Jun 17, 2026

The 17-bed Innovation Design Unit, which opened to patients in January 2025, is on the sixth floor of University Tower.

Lemon Short Course in Cancer Biology set for June 29-30

This year’s program will explore how insights into DNA repair and cellular processes are transforming cancer treatment.

Jun 17, 2026

John Tainer, PhD

A Q&A with UNMC’s James Armitage, MD

Dr. Armitage credits teamwork for elevating UNMC’s work in lymphoma research.

Jun 15, 2026

James Armitage, MD, is pictured near the James O. Armitage Center for Leukemia and Lymphoma Research, on the fourth floor of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

Campus blood drive is June 18

The Nebraska Community Blood Bank bloodmobile will be at the Hope Tower Circle, located near 40th Street and Dewey Avenue.

Jun 12, 2026

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A hub for big thinkers: The Catalyst building

A synergy among innovators, startups and connectors is coming together at Catalyst, located in the EDGE District next to UNMC’s Omaha campus.

Jun 11, 2026

A scene inside the Catalyst building

Innovation at work: Real-world solutions shaping better lives

Take a look at some of the innovative tools that UNMC’s experts are advancing into the marketplace.

Jun 8, 2026

The LeVeen Needle Electrode uses radio frequencies to destroy tumors with greater precision.

‘EDGE in Action’ highlights district’s innovation taking shape

Campaign highlights how the EDGE District already is generating real-world innovation impact.

Jun 3, 2026

EDGE in Action promotional graphic featuring the words From Projections to Practice: EDGE IN ACTION The people powering innovation, collaboration and growth. With images of nine EDGE District partners over a conceptual rendering of the district when it is fully built.

Dr. Davies visiting Scottsbluff for priority candidate forums

Dr. Davies will attend a forum for UNMC Western Nebraska faculty and staff and a separate forum for UNMC students.

Jun 3, 2026

H. Dele Davies, MD

Innovation at work: Real-world solutions shaping better lives

Take a look at some of the innovative tools that UNMC’s experts are advancing into the marketplace.

Jun 1, 2026

The LeVeen Needle Electrode uses radio frequencies to destroy tumors with greater precision.

Inside the Innovation Design Unit: Transforming patient care

The 17-bed unit on the sixth floor of University Tower is testing new models of care, innovating tech and facility design.

Jun 1, 2026

The 17-bed Innovation Design Unit, which opened to patients in January 2025, is on the sixth floor of University Tower.