Innovation
‘EDGE in Action’ highlights district’s innovation taking shape
Campaign highlights how the EDGE District already is generating real-world innovation impact.
Jun 3, 2026
Startup weekend coming to Catalyst in June
The immersive three-day event will run from June 5-7.
May 21, 2026
UNMC holds inaugural conference on AI in health
Some 300 people from across UNMC and its partners attended, highlighting the growing interest in the rapidly evolving field.
May 5, 2026
Nebraska convenes national leaders to advance bioeconomy, innovation
The NU System and Council on Competitiveness are hosting a two-day ‘competitiveness conversation’ in Omaha.
Apr 29, 2026
Agnes Lenagh, PhD, hits ground running in new UNMC role
Dr. Lenagh, the director of strategic partnerships, sees big opportunities ahead for UNMC to partner with private industry.
Mar 12, 2026
UNeMed launches startup incubator ‘The Furnace’
The new program will train and mentor participants in how to build successful small business grant applications.
Jan 7, 2026
Design Thinking workshop tackles patient falls
The Nebraska X Design Workshop was the culmination of a two-year Nebraska Collaboration Initiative grant.
Dec 18, 2025
UNeMed kicks off Innovation Ambassador program
The expert group of 13 ambassadors will expand the visibility of technology commercialization.
Dec 17, 2025
UNMC honored for its revitalization work at EDGE District
Omaha By Design recognized the neighborhood revitalization work at the new district west of Saddle Creek Road.
Nov 12, 2025
UNMC creating Office of Industry Engagement
The new office will lead a more coordinated approach to interacting with the biomedical research industry.
Oct 31, 2025