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A bright smile drives genetic research

A 9-year-old with Juvenile Batten disease
motivates her aunt, a UNMC scientist.

Dec 18, 2012

Tammy Kielian, Ph.D., hopes that her research will help children like her niece, Olivia, who has Juvenile Batten disease.

Under the microscope – Stay on the treadmill

UNMC study to examine how to keep heart failure patients exercising; could benefit others.

Dec 18, 2012

Strengthening his heart wasn’t the only goal Phil Hester had on his mind when he enrolled in Dr. Bunny Pozehl’s study on heart failure and exercise. He wanted to be strong enough to walk into Heinz Field — home of his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. He accomplished both goals.