Those who attend the next Omaha Science Café on Tuesday, Aug. 4, will learn how, despite their family genetics, they might slow or prevent disease through nutrition, supplements and lifestyle changes.
Bruce Buehler, M.D., professor of pediatrics and director of the Research Advocacy Office at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, will present “Modifying our Genetic Blueprint, Nature versus Nutrition,” at 7 p.m. at the Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St. in Omaha. Dr. Buehler will talk about how genes influence disease and how nutrition, supplements and lifestyle changes can change the odds.
Dr. Buehler began his career working with children and adults with disabilities at the University of Florida. He later spent time in Utah before he joined UNMC in 1981 as associate professor of pediatrics and pathology, and director of the Hattie B. Munroe Center for Human Genetics. He later became director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute. He continues to practice clinical genetics throughout the region.
The Science Cafes are part of an effort by UNMC and other groups to increase the population’s science literacy. Hosted by UNMC, BioNebraska and the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures, Science Cafes are held the first Tuesday of each month.
A more scientifically literate populace is a goal in UNMC’s strategic plan. The goal of the committee has been to introduce and get young adults interested in science by presenting it in a casual setting.
Free pizza will be provided for the first 50 people by the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures.
In July, Mellissa Helligso, a forensic DNA analyst at UNMC, brought personal work experiences with criminal forensics to the Slowdown.
For more information on upcoming and past Science Cafes, visit www.unmc.edu/sciencecafe
Upcoming Omaha Science Cafe:
Sept. 1 – UNMC Psychiatrist, Jim Sorrell, M.D., will talk about addiction
Upcoming Lincoln Science Cafes (Red 9, 9th & M Streets):
Sept. 10 – Mellissa Helligso, 6:30-7:30 p.m.