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Under the microscope: Clinical-translational research grant

Dr. Gold talks with Matthew Rizzo, M.D., principal investigator of a five-year research grant totaling nearly $20 million.

Nov 17, 2016

Dr. Rennard to speak at lunch lecture

Dr. Rennard will speak on research opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry.

Nov 17, 2016

Drill tests readiness for multiple infectious patients

Three mock “patients” will arrive in Nebraska Friday on 747 from West Africa.

Nov 17, 2016

Workers drill at the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit.

Omaha Symphony offers med center community discounts

Promotional code can be used for performances throughout 2016-17 season.

Nov 16, 2016

New faculty spotlight: Justin Cramer, M.D.

New radiology faculty member has a software engineering background.

Nov 16, 2016

Justin Cramer, M.D.

Study finds Ebola treatment ZMapp holds promise

UNMC involved in clinical trial, with results appearing in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Nov 16, 2016

Chris Kratochvil, M.D., UNMC associate vice chancellor for clinical research

Next Schwartz Center Rounds set for Nov. 21

The “Lifesaving Potentials of Cheek Swabbing and Bone Marrow Donation” will be the focus of the event.

Nov 16, 2016

Vijaya Bhatt, M.D.

Lauritzen Outpatient Center opens first level

Center is creating a better experience for patients.

Nov 16, 2016

Rural men use technology to improve fitness

Pilot study provided Fitbits for 12 men in rural northeast Nebraska.

Nov 15, 2016

Chris Johnson of Bloomfield, Neb., was one of 12 rural northeast Nebraska men who took part in a recent UNMC pilot study to test the feasibility and acceptability of the use of health-related text messages and an activity monitor with its companion app to self-monitor eating and activity.

LiveGreen: America Recycles Day

It’s easy to celebrate with a lasting impact.

Nov 15, 2016