Distinguished Scientist: Wayne Stuberg, P.T., Ph.D.

Wayne Stuberg, Ph.D.

This profile is part of a series to highlight the researchers who will be honored at a ceremony for UNMC’s 2017 Scientist Laureate, Distinguished Scientist and New Investigator Award recipients.

  • Name: Wayne Stuberg, P.T., Ph.D.
  • Title: Professor and associate director, Munroe-Meyer Institute; MMI director of clinical services; director of the University Center for Developmental Disabilities
  • Joined UNMC: 1978-80 and 1984 to present
  • Hometown: Omaha

The Distinguished Scientist Award

The Distinguished Scientist Award — which is sponsored by the chancellor — recognizes researchers who have been among the most productive scientists at UNMC during the past five years.

Research focus:
Intellectual and developmental disabilities

The goal of my research is: To provide children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to reach their highest level of independence that is possible and that they desire.

My research will make a difference because: It will help society focus on the framework of caring for all citizens in a fair and equitable manner.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is:
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

Three things you may not know about me are:

  • One of my hobbies is restoration work in our historic Omaha home.
  • I am a Mason.
  • I played football for the Cornhuskers in the ’70s.

17 comments

  1. Alice Weyant says:

    Congratulations Wayne

  2. Carol Russell says:

    Congratulations!! Well deserved!!
    Carol Russell

  3. Catherine Mello says:

    Congratulations Wayne! Thanks for all you do!

  4. Karen Stiles says:

    Congrats, Wayne!! Well deserved!

  5. Ted Roche says:

    Congratulations, Wayne. I am so pleased with your accomplishments over the years, my friend.

  6. Tom O'Connor says:

    Kudos, Wayne! Great to see you get the recognition you deserve!

  7. John Keenan says:

    Congratulations, Wayne, on this honor and all your great work.

  8. Jenny Burt says:

    Congratulations Wayne on this well-deserved honor!

  9. Dan Grice says:

    Congratulations, Dr. Stuberg!

  10. Rebecca Rae Anderson says:

    Kudos to a stellar scientist, health care professional, and teacher. And an all-around great guy.

  11. William Lawlor says:

    Wayne, You are a model faculty member. Your contributions to UNMC are so obvious.

  12. Dawna Daily says:

    Congratulations and thank you for your commitment to those with ID.

  13. Deb Timm says:

    Congrats Wayne! Thanks for making a difference in the lives of so many.

  14. Rick Spellman says:

    Wayne, Congratulations. You do so many good things for children and MMI. Onward. Rick

  15. Linda Sobeski says:

    Congratulations, Wayne!

  16. Aileen Warren says:

    Congratulations! What a wonderful honor.

  17. Dee Valenti says:

    Congratulations Wayne- you do so much to help so many families! Dee Valenti

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