Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
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Iqbal Ahmad, Ph.D., enjoys sharing his love of science
Researcher stresses the importance of introducing science to young minds.
May 9, 2013
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A phishing attempt appearing in campus inboxes offers a link to upgrade e-mail quotas.
Apr 26, 2013
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Wellness Wednesday – Exercising for a cause
Events offer options for those who prefer heels, wheels.
Apr 17, 2013
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Marathon aftermath: Med Center voices
UNMC, The Nebraska Medical Center employees were in Boston Monday for the marathon.
Apr 17, 2013
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Outstanding Mentor of Graduate Students: Wallace Thoreson, Ph.D.
Educator enjoys fostering his students’ excitement over scientific research.
Apr 12, 2013
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Truhlsen Eye Institute nears completion
In less than two months, the Truhlsen Eye Institute will be completed. Learn when staff move in, when patients will be seen there and a few interesting facts about the building.
Mar 6, 2013
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Adult stem cell breakthrough builds on Nobel Prize winners’ work
UNMC researchers have built on Nobel Prize-winning research to devise a new way to create powerful stem cells that could cure several conditions that cause blindness.
Jan 23, 2013
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UNMC adult stem cell breakthrough builds on Nobel Prize winners’ work
Could lead to potential cures for glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration
Jan 22, 2013
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Quan Dong Nguyen, Johns Hopkins physician, named chairman of UNMC ophthalmology
Will serve as director of soon-to-be-completed Truhlsen Eye Institute
Nov 12, 2012
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