Lisa Spellman

Regents approve purchase of dental simulators, chairs

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents Saturday approved the purchase of new simulation lab equipment and dental chairs at the UNMC College of Dentistry for $2.5 million.

Mar 1, 2004

Researcher’s work on anti-malarial agents, expands to botox

While botox may be sought-after for its dramatic effect on wrinkles, it also is one of the most deadly biotoxins to be weaponised into a highly toxic aerosol form. Research into protecting civilian and military populations from such a bioterroristic threat is ongoing. But one researcher at UNMC has reason to hope that there is a way to inhibit the deadly effects of botulinum neurotoxins (BoNT).

Feb 19, 2004

Dr. Cohen honored for research contributions

Samuel Cohen, M.D., Ph.D., professor and chairman of the department of pathology and microbiology at UNMC, has been named this year’s recipient of the Distinguished Scientist in Cancer Research by the Foundation for Promotion of Cancer Research of Japan.

Feb 6, 2004

UNMC’s low vision center offers hope

There are many factors that contribute to low vision, but there is only one clinic in Nebraska that devotes a full time service to helping patients gain maximum use of their remaining vision. The Low Vision Center at UNMC is dedicated to helping patients learn how to adapt to their low vision.

Feb 5, 2004

UNMC, neighbors work together on apartment complex

There were some pleasant results when UNMC planners worked with the neighborhood association in designing a new 60-unit student apartment complex. After consulting with Blackstone Neighborhood Association members, architects came up with a better building design for the units near 38th Avenue and Jones Street and the neighbors are much happier.

Jan 28, 2004

Poison Center medical director contributes to toxicology book

The skin of a rattlesnake stretches across the office wall of Steven Seifert, M.D., at the Nebraska Regional Poison Center, where he is medical director. The deadly snake is representative of the many poisonous snakes mentioned in “Medical Toxicology” 3rd Edition, (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, $200), to which Dr. Seifert contributed 15 chapters.

Jan 26, 2004

Students marvel at research fair opportunities

Walking through the crowded atrium, first-year medical student Erin Scdoris marveled at the complexity of the research being done at UNMC. She was one of dozens of students who recently attended the fourth annual UNMC Research Fair.

Jan 23, 2004

Ditter earns Chancellor’s Gold U award

Working late on New Year’s Eve is no one’s idea of fun, but Julie Ditter, the administrator in the Center for Neurovirology & Neurodegenerative Disorders, didn’t mind. Neither did her support staff. And with everyone’s help she was able to submit four grants on time.

Jan 15, 2004

Dr. Grissom marks 50 years at UNMC

Robert Grissom, M.D., recently celebrated his 50th anniversary with UNMC, a place he calls home. “I really love being here,” Dr. Grissom said.

Nov 20, 2003

Donors make Durham Research Center possible

Making a difference. Benefiting people in Nebraska and all over the world. Beginning incredible developments in medical research. These were the sentiments donors voiced when it came to giving $75 million to build a research center on the UNMC campus.

• Click the headline for more information on Thursday’s dedication ceremony.
  
• Visit the Durham Research Center Web site to learn more about these generous individuals.