Eppley Institute for Cancer Research
Noted lung cancer research advocate to visit cancer center
Christopher Draft, a former NFL player whose wife died from lung cancer, will be at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center on Nov. 25.
Nov 19, 2025
UNMC researchers publish findings on herpes simplex virus
The team determined the structure of the helicase-primase complex, offering a target for future antiviral therapies.
Nov 14, 2025
Research leadership: Vijaya Bhatt, MBBS
Dr. Bhatt is a professor in the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Oncology and Hematology.
Oct 31, 2025
Dr. Sweasy to confront rural cancer as new AACI president
Joann Sweasy, PhD, became president of the Association of American Cancer Institutes on Oct. 21.
Oct 22, 2025
Julie Vose, MD, to assume new leadership role in lymphoma research
With Dr. Vose’s shift, the UNMC Division of Oncology/Hematology will be split into two units effective Nov. 1.
Oct 1, 2025
Leading the charge against breast cancer
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center has a goal to create an endowed chair with a special legacy: the Kenneth Cowan, MD, PhD, Distinguished Chair in Breast Cancer Clinical Research.
Sep 2, 2025
Pediatric Cancer Research Symposium set for Aug. 20
The event, organized by the Child Health Research Institute and Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, will be on the UNMC Omaha campus.
Jul 18, 2025
President of cancer institutes association to speak at UNMC
Robert Winn, MD, president of the Association of American Cancer Institutes, will be at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center on July 8.
Jul 1, 2025
My North Star: Tragedy blazes trail for career fighting cancer
Joann Sweasy, PhD, sees opportunities to advance cancer care and research in transformative ways through the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
Jun 25, 2025
UNMC cancer experts offering public education series
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center is partnering with UNL’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to offer courses geared toward the general public.
Jun 17, 2025
