Victoria Cerino
Dr. Dixon: Animal research played key role in medical advances
Steve Dixon, D.V.M., director of UNMC Comparative Medicine, can recall many poignant examples in medical history that underscore the importance of the use of animals in research — including some incidents that he was personally involved in.
Aug 21, 2007
Didn’t make it on American Idol? Think local
Those who tried out but weren’t selected to appear on television’s “American Idol” may want to consider performing in the “Omaha’s Got Talent” event on Sept. 22.
Aug 10, 2007
Senators secure $2 million for Saddle Creek relocation study — approval pending
Nebraska Sens. Ben Nelson and Chuck Hagel have secured $2 million to support recommendations of the Saddle Creek Road Relocation Feasibility Study, the initial phase of which is slated for completion in September.
Aug 7, 2007
Scotts’ support makes new arthritis center a reality
Great Scott … they are at it again. Two of UNMC’s biggest supporters, Ruth and Bill Scott, were on campus last week to participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Nebraska Arthritis Outcomes Research Center located on the third floor of Poynter Hall.
Aug 2, 2007
Infant liver-transplant recipient celebrates 21st birthday
EDITOR’S NOTE: Today, Morgan Smith-Dennis, 21, and his family, will meet with Byers “Bud” Shaw Jr., M.D., and Laurie Williams Salonen, who were part of the transplant team in 1986 who cared for Morgan and his family. The following is the story of his transplant.
Jul 27, 2007
Pharmacy students looking for Omaha’s talent
The UNMC College of Pharmacy Class of 2009 is looking for people interested in competing in its Omaha’s Got Talent event Sept. 22, proceeds from which will go toward cancer research for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Jul 24, 2007
Summer Youth Intern Program kicks off first year
If you see seven rather young looking people roaming around UNMC in scrubs this summer, they might be part of the UNMC Summer Youth Intern Program that kicked off June 12.
Jul 20, 2007
UNMC studying vitamin A treatment for emphysema
UNMC is participating in a 13-state study to test the safety and effectiveness of retinoic acid, a vitamin A derivative, in repairing damaged lung tissue in people with emphysema.
Jul 13, 2007
Senators secure $2 million for UNMC — approval pending
Through an appropriations bill, U.S. Sens. Ben Nelson and Chuck Hagel have secured $2 million for UNMC to advance research to develop early screening and better treatments for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s disease using nanotechnology.
Jul 12, 2007
College of Nursing hosting ‘CSI Nebraska’ program
Those interested in nursing and who enjoy television shows featuring crime scene investigations may want to attend a one-day “CSI Nebraska” hosted by the UNMC College of Nursing.
Jun 29, 2007