Research
Seventh Scientist Laureate, distinguished scientists named
See who was named Scientist Laureate, Distinguished Scientists and New Investigators for 2012.
Jan 29, 2013
Adult stem cell breakthrough builds on Nobel Prize winners’ work
UNMC researchers have built on Nobel Prize-winning research to devise a new way to create powerful stem cells that could cure several conditions that cause blindness.
Jan 23, 2013
UNMC adult stem cell breakthrough builds on Nobel Prize winners’ work
Could lead to potential cures for glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration
Jan 22, 2013
$3.36 million UNMC study to examine exercise adherence in heart failure patients
As the population ages, heart failure will become an even bigger problem in the United States.
Jan 22, 2013
Data analysis sets collaboration from a half a world away
Read how a collaboration with a Chinese bioinformatics expert has helped advance Dr. John Chan’s lymphoma research.
Jan 9, 2013
Research website updates includes fresher resources page
Learn about the updated research resources website.
Jan 7, 2013
The way of viral infections
Mice, multiple sclerosis and mutual interest spur a collaboration between UNMC and University of Nebraska-Lincoln investigators.
Jan 3, 2013
Nursing researchers study genetic risks for nicotine dependence
Would knowing they are prone to nicotine addiction help motivate smokers to quit? College of Nursing researchers want to know.
Dec 18, 2012
Study shows dramatic primary care shortage in rural areas
The number of primary care physicians in Nebraska is 30 percent lower than previously reported by the American Medical Association.
Dec 14, 2012
Nobel Prize winning scientist, Stanley Prusiner, M.D., to speak at UNMC Dec. 13
Will deliver lecture titled, “Brain Injuries: Soldiers, Football Players and Alzheimer’s Victims”
Dec 7, 2012