UNeMed

Remembering emeritus regent Jim McClurg, PhD

A former research faculty member and regent, Dr. McClurg left a lasting impact at UNMC and the University of Nebraska.

Jun 16, 2026

Jim McClurg, PhD

A hub for big thinkers: The Catalyst building

A synergy among innovators, startups and connectors is coming together at Catalyst, located in the EDGE District next to UNMC’s Omaha campus.

Jun 11, 2026

A scene inside the Catalyst building

Innovation at work: Real-world solutions shaping better lives

Take a look at some of the innovative tools that UNMC’s experts are advancing into the marketplace.

Jun 8, 2026

The LeVeen Needle Electrode uses radio frequencies to destroy tumors with greater precision.

Startup weekend coming to Catalyst in June

The immersive three-day event will run from June 5-7.

May 21, 2026

Exterior view of the Catalyst building with campus reflected in the window from the drone and a shot back toward campus.

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

Agnes Lenagh, PhD, speaks with an attendee at a February "Idea Pub: Morning Edition."

UNMC achievements, Feb. 20, 2026

A national award at UNeMed, UNMC researchers contributing to a guidelines article and a fellowship selection from nursing.

Feb 20, 2026

Mindy Ware

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

Tyler Scherr, PhD

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

The Nebraska X Design Workshop was a two-day event.

UNeMed kicks off Innovation Ambassador program

The expert group of 13 ambassadors will expand the visibility of technology commercialization.

Dec 17, 2025

Among UNeMed's 13 Innovation Ambassadors are (clockwise from top left): Hamid Band, MD, PhD; Beth Beam, PhD; Gregory Bennett, DMD; Thanh Nguyen, PhD; Bethany Lowndes, PhD; and Benson Edagwa, PhD.

UNeMed celebrates discovery with annual Innovation Awards

UNMC’s technology transfer office also unveiled a new Innovation Ambassadors program to promote the commercialization process.

Oct 28, 2025

Ashok Puri, MBBS, and Thanh Nguyen, PhD