Lynn Safranek UNMC public affairs
UNMC tests new anti-depressant drug
UNMC is seeking 18 adults age 65 and older who are experiencing depression to participate in a study examining a new anti-depressant.
Unlike other anti-depressants, which work by increasing serotonin or norepinephrine in the brain, the new drug works in a different location in the nervous system, said William Burke, M.D., professor and vice-chairman of the department of psychiatry at UNMC and principal investigator on the study.
Mar 8, 2002
Halda’s positive attitude melts away challenges of groundskeeping
Bill Halda won’t say he dislikes winter, even when faced with zero-degree weather and mounds of snow. The man responsible for UNMC’s snow removal admits that winter can be a “challenge” and sometimes gets “tough,” but ask Halda what the hardest part of his job is and with pride he’ll tell you that he loves it all.
For his upbeat attitude and sincere dedication, Halda is this month’s recipient of the Chancellor’s Gold and Silver ‘U’ Awards. Halda is the first person to receive both awards in the same month.
Feb 20, 2002
Dr. Greiner to work closely with physician group practice
Carl Greiner, M.D., vice chairman for education and professor in the departments of psychiatry and preventive and societal medicine, has been named UNMC’s assistant dean for clinical affairs in the College of Medicine. In this position Dr. Greiner will work chiefly with University Medical Associates (UMA) — the physician group practice of UNMC — in the UMA’ s effort to operate as a business.
Feb 15, 2002
Col. Oldfield’s UNMC donation in memory of service women
In memory of Lt. Col. Charity Earley and all women who served in the military during World War II, Col. A. Barney Oldfield USAF (ret.) has donated $500 to the Vada Kinman Oldfield Alzheimer’s Research Fund at UNMC.
Feb 12, 2002
Gene therapy method in mice could boost effectiveness of stem cell transplants
A study by a UNMC researcher has shown that gene therapy can kill tumor cells that otherwise are returned to cancer patients following high-dose chemotherapy, while keeping the good cells intact.
In a report published in December in Cancer Gene Therapy, James Talmadge, Ph.D., announced that his group was able to purge tumor cells without affecting the stem cells needed to make the high-dose chemotherapy patient healthy again.
Feb 11, 2002
Dr. DeVries shares leadership, clinical service with residents
Serving as a faculty volunteer has a dual purpose for Frank DeVries, M.D., who has received the December Volunteer Faculty of the Month Award from the UNMC College of Medicine.
Feb 8, 2002
Dr. Adams’ impact on residents spans 20 years
John Adams, M.D., doesn’t just want residents to improve their skills when they rotate through his practice in Fremont — he wants to show them a different side of medicine. His long-time service has earned him the January Volunteer Faculty of the Month Award from the College of Medicine.
Feb 8, 2002
Meet UNMC’s new student senate president, vice president
Students have plenty on their minds between going to class, doing research and studying. But, UNMC’s Brock Wentz and Casey Johnston have additional challenges. The two medical students also hope to tackle such issues as tuition levels, the future of education and student involvement when they take office Thursday as president and vice-president of the UNMC Student Senate.
Jan 29, 2002
Interim chair named for the department of cell biology and anatomy
James Turpen, Ph.D., professor of cell biology and anatomy, has been named the interim chair of the department of cell biology and anatomy. He takes the place of Thomas Rosenquist, Ph.D., who was recently named vice chancellor for research.
Jan 25, 2002
Nominations sought for Outstanding Teacher Awards
The UNMC Faculty Senate is inviting nominations for Outstanding Teacher Awards for 2001-2002. Students or faculty may submit nominations for full-time employees of UNMC who hold a full-time faculty appointment at the rank of instructor, assistant professor, associate professor or professor.
Jan 21, 2002