Eppley Institute for Cancer Research
UNMC team plays key role in pancreatic cancer discovery
Drug combination appears to inhibit growth of cancer cells.
Mar 21, 2019
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Fight against pancreatic cancer focus of testimony
UNMC leaders testify in support of a bill to create a center of excellence for pancreatic cancer research and treatment.
Mar 14, 2019
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UNMC student selected as Early-career Hill Day participant
Kimiko Krieger met with members of Congress to provide input on importance of research funding.
Mar 4, 2019
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Retirement reception Monday for Simon Sherman, Ph.D.
Dr. Sherman spent more than 25 years as a UNMC faculty member.
Mar 1, 2019
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Dr. Thayer to focus efforts on clinical care and research
Sarah Thayer, M.D., Ph.D., will continue as a member of the UNMC faculty and the Nebraska Medicine medical staff, medical director of breast cancer clinical program.
Feb 20, 2019
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Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Kolterman tour UNMC
Gov. Ricketts viewed iEXCEL technology, visited the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center during the visit.
Jan 15, 2019
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Cancer center search committee named
Committee will begin national search for a new director of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and the Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer.
Jan 9, 2019
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Beatrice health leaders tour UNMC
A delegation from Beatrice Community Hospital & Health Center recently visited the medical center.
Jan 4, 2019
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Weitz sounds optimistic note about work going on at UNMC, other University of Nebraska campuses.
Dec 26, 2018
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Senator-elect Gragert tours UNMC
Newly elected state senator said he appreciates the work of the UNMC community.
Dec 21, 2018
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