John Keenan
Spotlight on new faculty: Ravi Dyavar, Ph.D.
Dr. Dyavar’s research focus is novel therapies to treat and cure HIV/AIDS.
Aug 5, 2014
![Ravi Dyavar, Ph.D.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Ravi0725.jpg)
Biocontainment Unit eyed for possible use
In the wake of Ebola fears, a U.S. official visits the unit to assess its capabilities.
Aug 4, 2014
![Philip Smith, M.D., and Angela Hewlett, M.D. speak with members of the press about the Biocontainment Unit.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Smith0804.jpg)
Examining science, medicine in Harry Potter series
McGoogan Library of Medicine exhibit explores use of Renaissance medical and scientific traditions.
Aug 4, 2014
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Construction project closes sidewalks
New route for pedestrians between Sorrell Center and Student Life Center.
Aug 4, 2014
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Under the Microscope: Meet Ali Khan, M.D., M.P.H.
UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., chats with Dr. Khan, new dean of the College of Public Health.
Aug 4, 2014
![Ali Khan, M.D., M.P.H., dean of the College of Public Health](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Khan0804.jpg)
NU leader will focus on student success
Gabrielle Banick, Ph.D., is named university’s assistant vice president for P-16 initiatives.
Aug 4, 2014
Med center moves to 24/7 trauma care today
The Nebraska Medical Center’s expanded trauma services will meet the medical needs of Omaha and surrounding communities.
Aug 1, 2014
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Cattlemen’s Ball tops $1 million for fifth consecutive year
This year’s event raises $1.3 million for cancer research
Aug 1, 2014
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Laboratory Information System down Sunday
A scheduled Sunquest system upgrade is expected to take up to eight hours.
Aug 1, 2014
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![Kathleen Dyer](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Dyer08011.jpg)