John Keenan

Pediatrics welcomes new division chiefs

Salaheddin Elrokhsi, MD, and Melissa Muff-Luett, MD, joined UNMC this summer.

Oct 22, 2024

Melissa Muff-Luett, MD, and Salaheddin Elrokhsi, MD

INBRE: First class

Chibawanye Ene, MD, PhD, part of the first class of NE-INBRE scholars, spoke at the 2024 NE-INBRE conference.

Oct 16, 2024

Chibawanye Ene, MD, PhD, was part of the first class of NE-INBRE scholars.

Director’s message: A note of thanks

The Nebraska INBRE grant renewal will ensure continued resources, mentorship and opportunities for Nebraska students.

Oct 16, 2024

Paul Sorgen, PhD

Turpen Award winner Jaworski credits mentor

The James Turpen INBRE Scholar Excellence Award presented annually to the top graduating student scientist who is attending graduate school.

Oct 16, 2024

Turpen Award winner Grace Jaworski, at right, with mentor Lynne Dieckman, PhD, of Creighton University and NE-INBRE Program Director Paul Sorgen, PhD

uBEATS program now reaches across country as use soars

UNMC’s free online program for middle and high school is reaching more students and more states.

Oct 15, 2024

Peggy Moore, EdD, director of the UNMC Office of Interactive E-Learning

Dr. Fadul named medicine’s associate dean for faculty affairs

The new appointment for Nada Fadul, MD, in the UNMC College of Medicine is effective Nov. 1.

Oct 14, 2024

Nada Fadul, MD

EDGE District is new name of UNMC development west of Saddle Creek

District will become a dynamic hub for health-focused scientific discovery.

Oct 10, 2024

View north of Farnam Street looking south into EDGE District and main UNMC campus.

Hispanic Heritage Month campus event Friday

The celebration is set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Durham Research Center green space, and the UNMC campus community is invited.

Oct 9, 2024

Raíces de México, a traditional dance troupe, will perform at the event Friday.

New scrub vending machines being dispensed 

New machines will more easily track inventory of the scrubs and can sharps or other items accidentally left in pockets.

Oct 7, 2024

The new dispensary machines will replace current machines at existing locations.

Dean’s message: Bright lights, big accomplishments

Recent events provide a reminder to savor the impact we have as educators, researchers and clinicians.

Oct 7, 2024

Bradley Britigan, MD, dean of the UNMC College of Medicine