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Dr. Bedows’ discovery stands to revolutionize protein purification
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second of three stories that will run in UNMC Today this week that focus on the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) Convention, held May 6-9 in Boston.
May 1, 2007
HR policy Web site updated
UNMC’s Human Resources Web site has been updated with the most recent changes in policies, such as the change in employee leave and vacation policies.
May 1, 2007
Plate painters needed for Arts for Hearts show
Painters are being sought to contribute to the sixth annual Arts for Hearts Art Show and Silent Auction. The event, which is sponsored by the C. Louis Meyer Foundation, will be held in the Durham Outpatient Center’s Central Atrium (second floor of the outpatient center near the gift shop) on Wednesday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Thursday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
May 1, 2007
UNMC leaders visit northeast Nebraska
Chancellor Harold M. Maurer M.D., and other senior leaders from UNMC are in the midst of a two-day trip to northeast Nebraska as part of the fourth annual UNMC leadership visit. … Dr. Maurer and others are blogging from the road about their experiences in the various communities. Click here to read their blog entries.
May 1, 2007
Letter of intent to establish Norfolk nursing division signed
In a symbolic ceremony in Norfolk on Monday, officials signed a letter of intent that fulfills one of three requirements toward establishing a nursing college in Norfolk. The letter was signed by officials from Northeast Community College and Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk, and the University of Nebraska and UNMC.
May 1, 2007
UNMC, Lymphoma Research Foundation to present free workshop on lymphoma May 19
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will host a free, half-day workshop on lymphoma on Saturday, May 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. central time. The public is invited to attend the event at the UNMC Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater in Omaha, or watch the program live via the Internet. The workshop is […]
May 1, 2007
Northeast Community College, Faith Regional Health Services, UNMC sign letter of intent to establish UNMC College of Nursing Northern Division in Norfolk
In a symbolic ceremony in Norfolk today, officials signed a letter of intent which fulfills one of three requirements toward establishing a nursing college in Norfolk. The letter was signed by officials from Northeast Community College and Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk, and the University of Nebraska and the University of Nebraska Medical Center. […]
Apr 30, 2007
UNMC dental and dental hygiene students sweep awards
Sixteen graduate, dental and dental hygiene students received $1,400 in cash awards for their table top presentations at the 21st Annual Professional’s Day 40th Annual Student Scientific Program at the UNMC College of Dentistry April 6. The cash awards were made possible through contributions from the Nebraska Dental Hygienists Association, International College of Dentists, Lincoln […]
Apr 30, 2007
Former Surgeon General: Education critical to fight disparities
Quality health education for all is a key component in helping relieve health disparities in the United States. That was the word from former U.S. Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders, M.D., during her visit to UNMC earlier this month.
Apr 30, 2007
Low-vision center offers new hope for those with sight problems
As an ophthalmologist, Carl Camaras, M.D., says there’s nothing more frustrating than not being able to help patients with their vision issues.
The Weigel Williamson Center for Visual Rehabilitation will help reduce such experiences for the region’s ophthalmologists, Dr. Camaras said Friday at a groundbreaking for the new center.
Apr 30, 2007