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UNMC faculty among University of Nebraska top research, teaching, engagement award winners
University of Nebraska President James B. Milliken has announced the 2010 winners of the university’s most prestigious awards for research, teaching and engagement. UNMC faculty members were among the recipients. The university-wide awards recognize faculty whose efforts have made a strong impact on students, the university and the state, according to Milliken. “It’s important […]
Mar 10, 2010
UNMC lymphoma expert: avoid unnecessary CT, PET scans
If you have been treated for lymphoma, are in complete remission and have no symptoms, lymphoma experts say there is no reason to have routinely scheduled computed tomography (CT) scan or positron-emission tomography (PET) scans for check-ups. The tests could expose patients to low-dose radiation from the medical imaging. Patients might be at […]
Mar 10, 2010
Meet UNMC New Investigator Paul Sorgen, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Paul Sorgen, Ph.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests.
Mar 9, 2010
UNMC to recognize ‘bold and gutsy’ women
Real stories about gusty women from around the globe are the focus of a Thursday event to highlight Women’s History Month.
Mar 9, 2010
Discounted zoo memberships available to employees, students
UNMC and The Nebraska Medical Center employees and UNMC students can once again purchase discounted memberships to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo.
Mar 9, 2010
Dr. Rod Markin named interim dean for UNMC College of Medicine
Rod Markin, M.D., Ph.D., has been named interim dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine effective July 1. The appointment, announced today by UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., is pending approval by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents during their April 16 meeting. Dr. Maurer said […]
Mar 9, 2010
Remembering … Hal Mardis, M.D.
Hal Mardis, M.D., a clinical professor of urologic surgery, died Feb. 28 in Rancho Mirage, Calif., from complications of pulmonary fibrosis. He was 75.
Mar 9, 2010
Dr. Markin named interim College of Medicine dean
Rod Markin, M.D., Ph.D., has been named interim dean of the College of Medicine, effective July 1.
Mar 9, 2010
Meet UNMC New Investigator Elena Batrakova, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Elena Batrakova, Ph.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests.
Mar 8, 2010
Geriatric medicine headlines latest UNMC Connect
Every eight seconds a baby boomer turns 60. But, critical shortages in geriatric health care professionals have stretched health care resources thin.
Mar 8, 2010