Karen Burbach
June 11 deemed day of mourning; UNMC offices will be closed
UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., has announced that UNMC offices will be closed on Friday, June 11, in observance of a national day of mourning for former President Ronald Reagan. Friday will be considered a day of (paid) administrative leave for all leave-eligible employees.
Jun 7, 2004
Cardiovascular symposium June 4 for primary-care providers
The “Third Annual Cardiovascular Symposium: Best Practices in Cardiovascular Medicine” is especially geared for physicians in family medicine and internal medicine, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. The symposium is Friday, June 4, at the Durham Research Center.
Jun 3, 2004
Gov. Johanns visits UNMC College of Dentistry
On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Johanns toured the College of Dentistry clinic, which is being upgraded, as well as research labs and the recently completed $1.3 million instrument management center.
Jun 3, 2004
A weekly IRB message – when do I need IRB approval?
Each Wednesday, UNMC Today features an informational article about changes affecting UNMC’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the research community. In today’s article, you’ll learn how to determine if a project requires IRB approval.
Jun 2, 2004
A weekly IRB message — future changes
Each Wednesday, UNMC Today features an informational article about changes affecting UNMC’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the research community. Today’s article outlines future changes.
May 26, 2004
Dr. Armitage joins international anemia research effort
James Armitage, M.D., Joe Shapiro professor of medicine and UNMC oncologist, has joined the new Roche Foundation for Anemia Research (RoFAR), a charitable organization to encourage innovative research in anemia. Researchers involved in areas associated with the study of anemia are invited to apply to RoFAR for funding.
May 26, 2004
Dr. Kabanov awarded named professorship
Alexander “Sasha” Kabanov, Ph.D., Dr.Sc., professor in the UNMC Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, has been awarded the Parke-Davis Endowed Chair in Pharmaceutics in recognition of his outstanding and innovative work in the field of drug delivery.
May 25, 2004
Heart walk benefits research, education
Through its annual heart walk, the American Heart Association (AHA) continues its fight to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Earlier this month, approximately 2,000 people participated in the ninth annual AHA Heart Walk, including teams from UNMC, The Nebraska Medical Center and University Medical Associates.
May 25, 2004
American Diabetes Association to honor Dr. Maurer
The American Diabetes Association is awarding its 2004 Honor Award to UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D. Dr. Maurer will receive the award at a dinner banquet on Thursday, May 27, at Embassy Suites Downtown.
May 24, 2004
McGoogan Library remodels its special collections area
The McGoogan Library staff recently held an open house to showcase the initial changes to the eighth floor: expanding the archives into what had previously been office space, repositioning stacks and recarpeting the special collections area.
May 21, 2004