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Fellow working to develop AI prediction model for myeloid neoplasms

Ahmed Ahmed, MBBCh, a hematopathology fellow in UNMC’s Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, is working on a study to develop a deep-learning model. The model would be capable of predicting IHC expression of the TP53 protein directly from H&E-stained whole slide images in myeloid neoplasms. TP53 mutation is a critical prognostic factor in myelodysplastic […]

Feb 10, 2026

Ahmed Ahmed, MBBCh, a hematopathology fellow in UNMC's Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology

Spotlight on: Vicki Herrera

Versatility is key for Vicki Herrera, a research coordinator working with Dr. Josh Santarpia in UNMC’s Department of Pathology, MIcrobiology and Immunology. “I wear many hats,” she said.

Feb 10, 2026

Vicki Herrera, a research coordinator, in the laboratory where she works in Durham Research Center II.

Department announces grants, publications

Department researchers have been awarded two grants. In addition, our researchers’ work has generated nearly 30 manuscript publications.

Feb 10, 2026

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Trainees contribute to department’s research output

Recent publications and grants from PMI residents and predoctoral and postdoctoral students.

Feb 10, 2026

Exterior of Durham Research Center II

Munroe-Meyer Institute’s annual report highlights ‘Building Momentum’

The 2025 report, now available online, discusses MMI’s efforts to grow its programs and initiatives.

Feb 10, 2026

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, dean and director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute

The future of health care is being built in Nebraska

Project Health is not just a hospital. It’s a vision.

Feb 10, 2026

Animated images of a hospital room, classroom and lab.

Reminder: Dr. Davies’ all-campus forum is today

H. Dele Davies, MD, will be joined by Heidi Keeler, PhD, and Police Chief Charlotte Evans.

Feb 10, 2026

Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, Heidi Keeler, PhD, assistant vice chancellor with the UNMC Office of Community Engagement, and Charlotte Evans, associate vice chancellor of public safety and chief of police

Nominations due Feb. 27 for annual faculty awards

The UNMC Faculty Senate recognizes faculty for meritorious teaching, mentoring or service.

Feb 10, 2026

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Mobile game ‘Zoodemic’ turns public health education into adventure for teens

UNMC, UNO team on app that mixes facts and fun.

Feb 9, 2026

Zoodemic video game during gamplay

NU launches AI Institute as system-wide initiative

The institute positions Nebraska as a leader in ethical innovation, research and workforce development around Artificial Intelligence.

Feb 9, 2026

University of Nebraska System President Jeffrey P. Gold, MD