Munroe-Meyer Institute

Director’s message: Despite challenges, reasons for optimism
“Downsizing itself is an inevitable part of any creatively destructive economy,” wrote James Surowiecki, business writer, in the New Yorker Magazine. I agree with him. Recently, you have heard a lot about Budget Reduction Teams, state budget and various financial projections, and I am sure that you are wondering how this affects MMI. Change and […]
Feb 16, 2018



MMI names 2017 Standouts
Staff, faculty were honored at Celebration of Excellence event.
Feb 16, 2018

Omaha-area parents praise pick of first Gerber baby with Down syndrome
Wayne Stuberg, associate director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, called the selection affirming and said it shows how society’s attitude toward disabilities has been changing.
Feb 12, 2018

Community Service to Research: Myrna Krohn
Krohn is called a “lifelong partner” of the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Feb 12, 2018


Dr. Fisher honored with translational research award
Wayne Fisher, Ph.D., is awarded the 2018 Don Hake Translational Research Award from Division 25 of the American Psychological Association.
Feb 9, 2018

Distinguished Scientist: Wayne Stuberg, P.T., Ph.D.
Dr. Stuberg’s research focus is on intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Feb 8, 2018
