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UNMC researchers making strides to prevent birth defects
To see her now, Michelle Vitamvas is a picture of health. But two months after she was born, Vitamvas was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot — a heart defect that caused her to have a blue appearance because of reduced oxygen in the blood. … But Vitamvas, now 32, and others born with congenital heart defects are living healthy, productive lives thanks to research advances such as those forged by team of UNMC’s Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D.
Feb 14, 2008
UNMC research chief talks about his own work
Video of UNMC Vice Chancellor for Research Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D., discussing his team’s work in congenital heart defects.
Feb 14, 2008
Meet UNMC Distinguished Scientist Gloria Borgstahl, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Gloria Borgstahl, Ph.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests.NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 26 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2007. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 20 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Feb 13, 2008
Compromise bill created pertaining to controversial research
After several months of negotiations, a compromise legislative bill has been created by the Judiciary Committee of the Nebraska Legislature to establish guidelines for research involving human embryonic stem cells and other evolving research techniques such as therapeutic cloning.
Feb 13, 2008
UNMC-powered Army dental team provides care in Philippines
A 1980 graduate of the UNMC College of Dentistry and dental officer in the U.S. Public Health Service, Capt. Charles Craft, D.D.S., has spent the past 28 years providing dental care to underserved people around the world. It was during a 2007 mission in the Philippines that Dr. Craft saw firsthand the potential global impact that College of Dentistry graduates can truly achieve.
Feb 13, 2008
Meaningful moments due by noon
Those wishing to have stories about meaningful moments with their special someones included in UNMC Today’s Sweethearts Package on Thursday have until noon today to send in their submissions to today@unmc.edu.
Feb 13, 2008
UNMC leaders express concern over legislative initiative
When Myrna Newland, M.D., was a young medical student, she was one of five women in the College of Medicine at UNMC. That was 1964. …
Fast forward 40 years. As director of UNMC’s Equity Office, Dr. Newland has seen the number of women increase in medical school as a result of affirmative action programs.
Feb 12, 2008
Coping with disaster aftermath focus of Wednesday forum
In the wake of the tragedy at Von Maur on Dec. 5, the importance of first responders is evident. That includes not only police officers, fire fighters and security personnel, but also the behavioral health responders who went to the Hampton Inn near the Westroads Mall on that fateful night to be with the families who had lost loved ones.
Feb 12, 2008
The phases of disaster response
Video of UNMC’s Robin Zagurski commenting on the importance of behavioral health first responders, the various phases of response and where Omaha currently sits in terms of these phases.
Feb 12, 2008
UNMC Today Sweetheart’s Package – meaningful moments
Excuse me for a second while I hop up on my heart-shaped soap box.
Feb 11, 2008