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University of Nebraska advances in competition for DHS research center
The University of Nebraska is one of 12 universities invited to submit a full proposal for a university-based Department of Homeland Security (DHS) research center related to the economic consequences of terrorism. Mel Bernstein, DHS director of university programs, made the announcement Monday, citing keen competition among the 72 universities that submitted white papers for […]
Sep 15, 2003
UNMC receives $10.6 million grant from NIH to study genes in neurosensory systems
The University of Nebraska Medical Center learned today that it has been awarded a five-year grant totaling more than $10.6 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study genes in neurosensory systems. The grant the largest ever received by UNMC was funded through the Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (CoBRE) program, which is […]
Sep 15, 2003
UNMC seeks nominations for J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award
UNMC is currently accepting nominations for the 2004 J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award, which is given annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to medicine and health programs for the state of Nebraska. Nominations and supporting materials should be submitted by Sept. 30.
Sep 12, 2003
Cattlemen’s Ball ranch party raises funds for cancer research
The Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska recently presented the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center with a check for $33,000 for cancer research. The funds were raised at the 2003 Cattlemen’s Ball Ranch Party, a “mini” version of the traditional Cattlemen’s Ball.
Sep 11, 2003
ITS: Virus protection update needed
On Wednesday, Microsoft announced a critical software vulnerability that could impact workstations and servers. This is a variant of the Blaster worm. This is a new vulnerability requiring a new critical patch. See story for details.
Sep 11, 2003
UNMC College of Dentistry holds White Coat Ceremony for new students; symbolizes entry into profession
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry, located in Lincoln, held a White Coat Ceremony recently to welcome 45 new dental students and 23 dental hygiene students into the dental profession. The ceremony is a rite of passage, as well as a call to achieve the high standards set forth in the profession, […]
Sep 11, 2003
UNMC leads the pack in 2003 Corporate Cycling Challenge
Employees of UNMC and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center, surpassed the competition in the Aug. 17 Corporate Cycling Challenge. Braving the heat, the joint team rode more miles than those from any other company.
Sep 10, 2003
A HIPAA message — De-identify it
HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. As part of our continuing efforts to educate employees, these HIPAA-related messages will be distributed the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Today’s HIPAA message discusses de-identified health information, which is not subject to HIPAA regulations.
Sep 9, 2003
Join the race against breast cancer
Employees of UNMC, and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center, are encouraged to help make a difference in the fight against breast cancer by participating in the 2003 Komen Nebraska Race for the Cure on Sunday, Oct. 5.
Sep 9, 2003
President Smith to step down, return to classroom
University of Nebraska President L. Dennis Smith Monday announced that he will step down effective June 30, 2004. He has served as president of the four-campus University of Nebraska system since March 1, 1994.
Sep 9, 2003