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UNMC researchers address apathy in patients with Alzheimer’s disease or chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity
It’s easy to be apathetic. It’s something we all experience. Some days we just wake up and have no motivation. Nothing seems to matter. However, in some chronic diseases apathy turns into a clinical syndrome characterized by poor initiation, loss of motivation, indifference and lack of persistence. Apathy syndrome impairs self-management behaviors, leads to […]
Feb 13, 2009
Meet UNMC Distinguished Scientist William Burke, M.D.
UNMC researcher William Burke, M.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests.
NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 23 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2008. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 16 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Feb 12, 2009
Black History Month Celebration continues with Friday jazz performance
The UNMC Diversity Lectures and Cultural Arts Series celebration of Black History Month continues at noon on Friday with a jazz performance from master flutist Galen Abdur-Razzaq.
Feb 12, 2009
Open house for surgery center and medspa today
UNMC Physicians will host the grand opening of its new surgery center and medspa in west Omaha today from 3 to 6 p.m.
Feb 12, 2009
Lookin’ at U – Nicole Krom
Quick, think of five things others should know about you. That’s the theme behind a series in UNMC Today called “Lookin’ at U.” This week, we feature Nicole Krom, employee relations technician in UNMC Human Resources.
Feb 12, 2009
10-year cancer survivor remembers Lied Transplant Center
Fred Monnich calls himself a “guinea pig.”
Feb 12, 2009
Dr. Howard Gendelman named 2008 Scientist Laureate for UNMC
Howard Gendelman, M.D., professor and chairman of the department of pharmacology and experimental neuroscience (PEN), has been selected as the 2008 Scientist Laureate at the University of Nebraska Medical Center for his outstanding work in battling neurodegenerative and infectious diseases. Scientist Laureate is the highest recognition given to a UNMC investigator. Dr. Gendelman is just […]
Feb 12, 2009
Apathy — Why should you care?
It’s easy to be apathetic. It’s something we all experience. Some days we just wake up and have no motivation. Nothing seems to matter. However, in some chronic diseases apathy turns into a clinical syndrome characterized by poor initiation, loss of motivation, indifference and lack of persistence.
Feb 11, 2009
Blood clot expert William Haire, M.D., retires
After a 22-year career at UNMC, William Haire, M.D., professor of medicine, has retired.
Feb 11, 2009
Wellness Wednesday — A note about employment status and benefits
Have you recently had a change in your Status or are you a new employee at UNMC?
Feb 11, 2009