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Pandemic sparks creativity in med center inventors

Reaction to pandemic is spurring innovation among med center personnel.

Aug 12, 2020

The infectious aerosol capture mask was developed by Steve Lisco, MD, chair of the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology. It is one of many innovations created at the med center in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Time out with T.O. – Catching a star

Dr. Donny Suh’s story is one of inspiration.

Aug 6, 2020

Donny Suh, MD

NU president’s virtual installation is Aug. 14

Gov. Pete Ricketts will speak at Ted Carter’s installation.

Aug 6, 2020

Ted Carter, president of the University of Nebraska

Dr. Shaffer honored by Nebraska Pharmacists Association

Chris Shaffer, PharmD, awarded the Bowl of Hygeia; Drew Prescott, PharmD, also recognized.

Aug 5, 2020

Chris Shaffer, PharmD

Dental hygiene grads first to test on manikins

Class is first in nation to complete the required clinical licensure examination using simulated manikins.

Aug 4, 2020

Simulated patient examinations on manikins were initially created as a remediation and re-licensure resource for state dental boards.

New course on pandemic highlights global leadership

Five-week course is a collaboration between UNMC and UNL.

Aug 3, 2020

Ali S. Khan, MD, MPH, dean of the UNMC College of Public Health, will take part in the event.

UNMC research awards up 26% from last year

More than $174 million in funding is a new record for the university.

Aug 3, 2020

Jennifer Larsen, MD, vice chancellor for research

Dr. Liu becomes president of ADMSEP

National group consists of leaders of psychiatric education for first- to fourth-year medical students.

Jul 31, 2020

Howard Liu, MD

Dr. Zangrillo to lead severe behaviors department

For Amanda Zangrillo, PsyD, ‘little victories’ sparked a passion for helping children.

Jul 30, 2020

Amanda Zangrillo, PsyD

Dr. Mannon explores post-transplant drugs’ effect on kidneys

VA grant for $500,000 will study immunosuppressive drugs, injury in transplanted kidneys.

Jul 28, 2020

Roslyn "Roz" Mannon, MD