Munroe-Meyer Institute
UNMC researchers studying secrets behind cute, cuddly therapy seal
Pediatric patients certainly take to the robotic therapy seals Paro, Pickles and Pepe Le Pew. So the question is: How so?
Feb 21, 2024
![Breanna Hetland, PhD, and her daughters, Layla, 5, and Tully, 19 months, enjoy Paro, the robotic therapy seal in their home.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Paro2022124-900x600.jpg)
Services set for med center’s Bhavana Dave, PhD
Dr. Dave is remembered as an outstanding geneticist and a wonderful colleague.
Feb 16, 2024
![Bhavana Dave, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BhavanaDave021624.jpg)
Jennifer Blackford, PhD, promoted to fellow in ACNP
Dr. Blackford’s promotion recognizes her important scientific contributions.
Feb 8, 2024
![Jennifer Blackford, PhD, director of research at the Munroe-Meyer Institute](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JenniferBlackford102023-900x600.jpg)
Walter Gilliam, PhD, named president of Zero to Three board
Dr. Gilliam is executive director of the Buffett Early Childhood Institute and a professor at UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Feb 7, 2024
![Walter Gilliam, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/WalterGilliam2020724.jpg)
Autism self-advocate Temple Grandin to headline 2024 Nebraska Science Festival
Autism self-advocate Temple Grandin, PhD, will share her unique perspective on animals when she headlines the 2024 Nebraska Science Festival this spring.
Feb 1, 2024
![Temple Grandin, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TempleGrandin020224-900x600.jpg)
Jennifer Blackford, PhD, promoted to fellow in ACNP
The promotion was a result of Jennifer Blackford’s scientific reputation and contributions to the organization through committee work and involvement in the annual meeting program.
Jan 31, 2024
![Jennifer Blackford, PhD, director of research at the Munroe-Meyer Institute](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JenniferBlackford102023-900x600.jpg)
Craig Baker named director of MMI Department of Genetic Medicine
Craig Baker, MD, hopes to continue growth and evolution as director of MMI’s Department of Genetic Medicine, a role he assumed Jan. 1 after having served as interim director since September.
Jan 31, 2024
![Craig Baker, MD, director of MMI Department of Genetic Medicine](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/09_24_2020CraigBaker004-900x600.jpg)
Hispanic Little Angels celebrates the holidays with families
The event was hosted by the Family Care Enhancement Project at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, along with other community partners.
Jan 26, 2024
![Kim Falk](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/KimFalk012624-900x600.jpg)
Families celebrate holidays at Hispanic Little Angels event
More than 100 families celebrated the holidays with festive sweets, music and gifts during a holiday event hosted by Hispanic Little Angels.
Jan 24, 2024
![Families enjoyed sweets, music and gifts during a holiday event hosted by Hispanic Little Angels.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_1523-900x600.jpg)
Registration open for 20th annual Walk and Roll for Disabilities
The Walk and Roll for Disabilities, a fundraiser hosted by the Meyer Foundation for Disabilities, helps to ensure adults with disabilities have recreational activities at their fingertips.
Jan 24, 2024
![Participants take a lap around Oakview Mall during the 2022 Walk and Roll for Disabilities.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WalkAndRoll020623-900x600.jpg)