Kalani Simpson
Compound May Offer New Deterrent To Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes buzz, bite, suck our blood, make us itch and worst of all spread serious, even deadly diseases, like chikungunya, dengue, malaria, yellow fever and Zika. And if that isn't enough? "A lot of people don't realize that mosquitoes have kidneys, and when they take a blood meal from you they also urinate on you […]
Sep 20, 2017
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Art Lifts and Heals the Spirit
When Marcia O’Donovan underwent treatment for lymphoma, she says it was art that rested her soul. "It really does make a huge difference," she said, "in regaining your strength and spirit." It’s because cancer knocks you so low, she said. It makes you realize you can’t do this on your own. It makes patients and […]
Sep 20, 2017
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Easi-CRISPR: A Breakthrough in Genome Engineering
A study published May 17 in the journal Genome Biology shows how highly popular, custom genetically engineered animal models are easily generated using a new, patent-pending technology called Easi (Efficient additions with ssDNA inserts)-CRISPR. Easi-CRISPR allows researchers to create these much-needed animal models at previously unheard of rates and significantly lower cost. "With Easi-CRISPR, creating […]
Sep 20, 2017
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UNMC announces winner of Gilmore Distinguished New Investigator Award
Honor is named for the late Joseph Gilmore, Ph.D., professor and chairman and his late wife, Harriet.
Feb 23, 2017
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3-D Simulation is the new spoonful of sugar
Targeted radiation treatment is made less scary for young patients who practice with interactive technology.
Oct 11, 2016
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Alumnus Ronald Hamilton, M.D., shares the real story made famous b y the movie “Concussion.”
Oct 11, 2016
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UNMC expands lead testing in Flint
UNMC leads the way in opening access to tests for lead poisoning in Flint, Mich.
Oct 11, 2016
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Gilg family of Holt County establishes UNMC professorship
Named in honor of former Holt County residents, Clarence and Nelle Gilg
May 11, 2016
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Nature study suggests pathway to possible HIV-1 cure
UNMC Pharmacy Dean Courtney Fletcher, Pharm.D., part of research team
Feb 4, 2016
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Kyle Meyer, Ph.D., named founding dean of UNMC
Dr. Meyer has led UNMC’s allied health programs since 2006.
Aug 6, 2015
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