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John Gross wandered through mountains of poster boards Thursday (Jan. 13) in search of a summer research opportunity. The Creighton University senior hopes to work in a lab after he graduates in May with a bachelor’s degree in biology. The UNMC Office of Research and Development’s fifth annual Research Fair last week was a wonderful opportunity, he said, to sample the breadth of basic and clinical research taking place on campus.

Jan 17, 2005

UNMC researcher recalls role in historic events

From the sixth floor of the New York Medical Examiner’s Office, Shelley Herek tested DNA associated with the city’s criminal cases to unlock the mystery hidden behind each case number. But all that changed on Sept. 11, 2001.

Jan 14, 2005

Commemorating Martin Luther King — part 5 of 6

In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, UNMC Today will feature a series of photos and quotations from the civil rights leader. In today’s excerpt, King discusses what it takes to serve. Plan to attend Monday’s Martin Luther King Day program at noon in the Storz Pavilion.

Jan 14, 2005

Commemorating Martin Luther King — part 4 of 6

In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, UNMC Today will feature a series of photos and quotations from the civil rights leader. In today’s excerpt, King discusses the struggle for freedom.

Jan 13, 2005

Internal medicine residents pass boards for seventh straight year

For the seventh consecutive year, residents of UNMC’s Department of Internal Medicine have recorded a 100 percent pass rate on their certification examinations. James O’Dell, M.D., director of the internal medicine residency program, said that no other program in the region has numbers comparable to UNMC.

Jan 13, 2005

Reducing the risk of identity theft

Identity theft is the fastest growing financial crime in the United States, but UNMC is committed to protecting employees from the misuse of their personal information. See what steps have been taken on campus and find out what to do to prevent theft of your own identity.

Jan 12, 2005

Commemorating Martin Luther King — part 3 of 6

In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, UNMC Today will feature a series of photos and quotations from the civil rights leader. In today’s excerpt, King addresses perceptions of the ghetto.

Jan 12, 2005

Commemorating Martin Luther King — part 2 of 6

In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, UNMC Today will feature a series of photos and quotations from the civil rights leader. In today’s excerpt, King explains how we are beholden to more than half of the world — before we even leave for our jobs.

Jan 11, 2005

UNMC, Joslyn partner to offer cultural opportunities

Beginning this month, Joslyn Art Museum is partnering with UNMC, The Nebraska Medical Center and University Medical Associates to offer employees a cultural passport. In 2005, Joslyn Art Museum will be bringing the arts to campus by offering art-focused cultural opportunities to employees, students and their families. The partnership accommodates special events at the museum, as well as at UNMC, The Nebraska Medical Center and UMA. Watch UNMC Today for upcoming events.

Jan 11, 2005

Researchers meet children, families affected by cancer

Researchers don’t always have the opportunity to meet those they are trying to help. Instead, they are busy in the laboratory studying cancer, writing papers and applying for grants. But recently, UNMC cancer researchers met a dozen children and adults affected by leukemia or lymphoma.

Jan 10, 2005