Research
Core facility alters genetic background of transgenic mice in half the time
The UNMC Mouse Genome Engineering Core Facility is now able to alter the genetic background of mutant mice lines in significantly less time than it typically takes.
May 25, 2011
Research Notes — New test may detect signs of joint replacement failure
UNMC researchers have discovered a promising test to detect the early stages of a major cause of failure in joint replacement implants so patients can be treated and possibly avoid additional surgery.
May 19, 2011
Public health in action — Injury prevention a passion for this epidemiologist
Safety in the workplace should be a given, said Lina Lander, Sc.D., assistant professor of epidemiology in the College of Public Health.
May 10, 2011
Dr. Desouza takes over as diabetes division director
Cyrus Desouza, M.D., has been named chief of the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine’s Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism.
May 9, 2011
Poster session to feature VA research
In recognition of VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Research Week, a poster session that focuses on research at the VA center will be held today at UNMC.
May 6, 2011
Dr. Rosenquist receives Honorary Scientist Laureate award
In honor of his efforts to build UNMC’s research enterprise, Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D., vice chancellor for research, received an Honorary Scientist Laureate award on Monday at the Distinguished Scientist ceremony.
May 4, 2011
Meet UNMC Scientist Laureate Shelley Smith, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Shelley Smith, Ph.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests.
May 3, 2011
Public health in action – Health economist improves delivery of care
Li-Wu Chen, Ph.D., looks at the big picture. Trained as a health economist, he has studied the access, cost and quality of health services for 13 years.
May 3, 2011
Dr. Smith: DNA research ‘the coolest thing’
An Iowa high school science lesson on DNA replication had a lasting impact on Shelley Smith, Ph.D.
May 2, 2011
Regents approve COPH certificates, Dr. Larsen’s appointment
Two new certificates in the College of Public Health and the appointment of Jennifer Larsen, M.D., to the post of vice chancellor for research were approved Friday by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.
May 2, 2011