Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology
NPHL leaders are making news
Dr. Peter Iwen and Emily McCutchen authored or were featured in a number of recent publications.
Oct 8, 2025
Department announces grants, publications
Department faculty have been awarded seven grants. In addition, our researchers’ work has generated three dozen manuscript publications.
Oct 8, 2025
Spotlight on: Luke Handke
Luke Handke has spent most of his working life in a laboratory, but he’s often teaching. Usually not in front of a classroom, but more often one-on-one, helping budding scientists and colleagues. “I enjoy seeing people around me be successful, and if I can play some role in helping them to become successful in what […]
Oct 8, 2025
Human DNA Identification Lab hosts genetic genealogists to work on cold cases
The Human DNA Identification Laboratory in UNMC’s Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology hosted nearly two dozen professional investigative genetic genealogists from around the country to work on a number of unsolved Omaha homicides.
Oct 8, 2025
New Research Grant Award winners are announced
UNMC’s Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology has announced five recipients of Research Grant Awards.
Oct 8, 2025
Medical research highlights, September 2025
The UNMC College of Medicine recently received grants and awards representing more than $7.5 million in new funding.
Sep 8, 2025
Remembering UNMC treasure Leni Rauschenberg
A celebration of life for Rauschenberg, who served for 45 years in different roles around UNMC, will be held Sunday, Aug. 24.
Aug 18, 2025
New faculty spotlight: Pranav Renavikar, MBBS
Dr. Renavikar is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology.
Aug 13, 2025
New faculty spotlight: Ketav Desai, MBBS
Dr. Desai is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology.
Aug 6, 2025
Lab’s focus on quality is reflected in latest CAP inspection
A recently completed CAP inspection showed improvements in laboratory operations; a department official credits establishment of a dedicated quality team.
Aug 5, 2025
