Ryan Shaw
Mind over bladder: to hold or not to hold
Be warned, reading this may cause an unavoidable urge to go to the bathroom. Don’t look any further unless you can take the necessary break.
Jun 24, 2014
Steve Hinrichs, M.D., professor and chair of the UNMC Department of Pathology and Microbiology, was one of two individuals to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Public Health Laboratories. The award recognizes individuals who have established a history of distinguished service to APHL, made significant contributions to the advancement of public health laboratory science or practice, exhibited leadership in the field of public health, and/or positively influenced public health policy on a national or global level. Dr. Hinrichs was honored at the 2014 APHL Annual Meeting & Eighth Government Environmental Laboratory Conference in Little Rock, Ark.
Jun 24, 2014
Pew and Stewart Trust launch scholars program targeting cancer
The Pew Charitable Trusts and the Alexander and Margaret Stewart Trust have launched a new program aimed at providing funding for young cancer researchers with novel ideas for preventing, treating, and eventually curing cancer.
Jun 24, 2014
After losing wife to lung cancer, former NFL linebacker works to raise awareness
On Nov. 27, 2011, former NFL linebacker Chris Draft married longtime NBA dancer, LaKeasha Rutledge in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Atlanta. One month later, his 38-year-old wife died from stage-four lung cancer, having never smoked a cigarette in her life.
Jun 24, 2014
UNMC’s eighth Scientist Laureate,
Dr. Howard Fox talks about his love
of science.
Jun 3, 2014
Two brilliant researchers were jointly presented the prestigious Innovation, Development and Engagement Award (IDEA) from the University of Nebraska.
Jun 3, 2014
Distinguished scientists honored
Scientists work for years, even decades, to answer the question, or hypothesis that initially put them on their research path.
Jun 3, 2014
Study seeks to improve life of migrant workers
High levels of stress and depression were found among seasonal farmworkers.
Jun 3, 2014
Patient’s quest for relief from hives leads to discovery
Physician’s study of vitamin D3 treatment comes from patient suggestion.
Jun 3, 2014
Team of scientists tackle key HIV question
Collaboration works to stop replication of devious virus.
Jun 3, 2014
