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Lookin’ at U – John Barrier
This week, we feature John Barrier, webmaster in the College of Nursing.
Jun 24, 2010
UNMC study: Laparoscopy better, even for high-risk patients
Laparoscopic surgery trumps open operations in common procedures, even in high risk patients, a study performed by UNMC Center for Advanced Surgical Technology (CAST) shows.
Jun 24, 2010
UNMC College of Nursing in Scottsbluff: application deadline pushed up to Oct. 1 for accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing class
October 1 is the deadline for prospective students who wish to apply for the June 2011 accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing class at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing in Scottsbluff. The college, based in Omaha, recently made major changes in admissions, curriculum and facilities in an effort to reduce […]
Jun 24, 2010
Research Notes — Discovery may render staph harmless
Like a switch that turns on a light, the mechanism that turns Staphylococcus aureus bacteria from harmless to deadly has been identified by Canadian scientists with the aid of UNMC researchers.
Jun 23, 2010
Wellness Wednesday — Sunscreen season is upon us
When you mow your yard or catch a game at Rosenblatt Stadium this week — don’t forget the sunscreen.
Jun 23, 2010
Earmark funding opportunities workshop scheduled for June 29
UNMC faculty, researchers and administrators interested in congressionally-directed funding and the best avenues to secure it are encouraged to attend a workshop on Tuesday at noon in the Durham Research Center, Room 1004.
Jun 23, 2010
Omaha to host Nebraska Disaster Behavioral Health Conference on July 16
Trauma, loss, violence and how to help people through these and other psychological minefields is what health professionals and first responders will learn at the seventh annual Nebraska Disaster Behavioral Health Conference. The conference will be held on July 16 at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 555 S. 10th St., in downtown Omaha. “The training […]
Jun 23, 2010
Meet the candidate – Jim Smith
Jim Smith, a candidate for the Nebraska Legislature from Papillion toured UNMC and met with medical center leaders on Monday.
Jun 23, 2010
A tribute for the troops
Employees who want to recognize friends, family and/or loved ones in the military in a July 2 UNMC Today item should submit information about the respective service members to today@unmc.edu by 5 p.m. on Monday, June 28.
Jun 22, 2010
Time out with T.O. – One fine dean
At the end of June, John Gollan, M.D., Ph.D., will step down after more than seven years as dean of the College of Medicine. He’s loved every minute of it.
Jun 22, 2010