Munroe-Meyer Institute

Munroe-Meyer Institute receives grant to support early autism diagnosis

The grant from Women Investing in Nebraska is expected to expand access to an early autism diagnostic tool.

Nov 4, 2026

Celebrating the award are, from left, Peg Slagle, Karen Linder, Halley Kruse (representing Women Investing in Nebraska); Rachel Schumacher, PhD, Whitney Strong-Bak, PhD (representing the Munroe-Meyer Institute); and Lisa Smith, Betsy Tonniges, Tina Spatz and Reyna Asheim (representing WIN).

Research Leadership: Jennifer Blackford, PhD

Dr. Blackford is the Hattie B. Munroe Professor, associate dean and director of research at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Oct 26, 2026

Jennifer Blackford, PhD

MMI celebrates five years at its Pine Street location

The Munroe-Meyer Institute marked the anniversary by showcasing different departments and programs at a family friendly event.

Oct 16, 2026

A young visitor tries out a virtual reality headset in the Munroe-Meyer Institute lobby during the High 5 event.

Chancellor Davies looks back on first 100 days

Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, praises the commitment, expertise and collaborative spirit of the UNMC community.

Oct 14, 2026

UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD

MMI marks five years in state-of-the-art building

Medical center community is invited to join the public in attending an open house at the Munroe-Meyer Institute Saturday morning.

Sep 17, 2026

The medical center community is invited to join the public in visiting the Munroe-Meyer Institute as MMI celebrates its fifth year in its new home at 6902 Pine St.

Nominations open for Staff Advisory Council

Staff members can submit nominations through Sept. 18.

Aug 31, 2026

UNMC emblem with the words

Conference brings caregivers, healthcare professionals together

Inaugural ‘Together We Care’ event explored caregiving across the lifespan.

Aug 26, 2026

The conference featured an exhibitor and resource room.

InnovatED Symposium on Oct. 1 to offer innovative education ideas

Registration is open for the fourth annual InnovatED Symposium on Oct. 1.

Aug 25, 2026

Jane Meza, PhD, speaks at a podium during the third annual InnovatED Symposium on Sept. 30, 2025, in the Truhlsen Event Center.

Harold M. Maurer, MD, remembered as visionary leader, builder

The former UNMC chancellor left his mark in more ways than one.

Aug 10, 2026

Harold M. Maurer, MD, and his wife, Beverly Maurer stand in front of the Maurer Center for Public Health on the UNMC Omaha campus

MMI cooking camp teaches independence, real-life skills

The camp is hosted by the MMI Department of Occupational Therapy.

Aug 4, 2026

Logan Hansen, right, flips a pancake during cooking camp at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.