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Swanson Hall swan song

Kathy Dougherty moved slowly down the dim first-floor corridor of Swanson Hall, cane in one hand, peering into empty rooms. The medical transcriptionist, who began her career in the building in 1962 when it was Children’s Memorial Hospital, who still works for Children’s Hospital & Medical Center today, had come to say good-bye.

Jun 10, 2013

Coming Events

June 11 – Gary Susser, a trial attorney and vocal activist supporting stem cell research, will present at the Omaha Science Café at 7 p.m. at the Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St. Susser, who appeared with his wife, Judith, on “60 Minutes,” will discuss how he and his wife exposed the dangers of stem cells […]

Jun 10, 2013

News Briefs

Barb Bayer, a nurse practitioner in psychiatry, spoke to the Fremont Area Alzheimer's Support Group on May 29. She talked about the potential causes of Alzheimer's disease and the progression of cognitive changes. She also discussed the behavioral symptoms of the Alzheimer's patient and how this all affects the relationship between the patient and their […]

Jun 10, 2013

UNMC honors two for aging research

UNMC researcher Tony Wilson, Ph.D., and medical student Matt Varon were honored recently for their research into Alzheimer’s disease and other conditions related to aging.

Jun 10, 2013

Tony Wilson, Ph.D.

UNMC research offers rare glimpse into Parkinson’s disease using neuroimaging

A UNMC research team has found a way to monitor brain injuries that occur in Parkinson’s disease providing clinicians a rare glimpse into the disease process.

Jun 10, 2013

Chancellor Maurer to stay on until search is completed

Helping UNMC maintain its “incredible momentum” is his top priority, Dr. Maurer says.

Jun 7, 2013

UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D.

Board of Regents approve cancer center namings

Donors recognized for support of UNMC projects

Jun 7, 2013

21st annual state science meet draws 54 students from across Nebraska

Educational, fun experience exposes students to health professions.

Jun 7, 2013

UNMC for the record

Results are in from the campus-wide food drive. Click the story to see how results compared to last year.

Jun 7, 2013