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Guest lecturer to address children’s social media use

Christina Calamaro, PhD, is the speaker for the Anna Marie Jensen Cramer Memorial Lectureship.

Feb 5, 2025

Christina Calamaro, PhD

Corey Hopkins, PhD, elected to MEDI executive committee

Pharmacy’s Dr. Hopkins will be academic vice chair of the American Chemical Society Division of Medicinal Chemistry.

Feb 5, 2025

Corey Hopkins, PhD

Shaun Grammer, DMSc, named Varner Educator Laureate

Dr. Grammer and other recipients of the UNMC Impact in Education Awards will be honored at a ceremony March 14.

Feb 4, 2025

Shaun Grammer, DMSc
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February wellness opportunities at Center for Healthy Living

Several special events are on the schedule, starting with an open house this week.

Feb 4, 2025

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Brown bag lecture will discuss women’s hair growth cycle

Erin Barrett, MD, and Ronald Sulewski Jr., MD, from the UNMC Department of Dermatology, will lead the virtual discussion on Feb. 18.

Feb 4, 2025

Erin Barrett, MD, and Ronald Sulewski Jr., MD

MMI annual report: Uncovering unrealized potential

The Munroe-Meyer Institute report showcases the institute’s work transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs.

Feb 3, 2025

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute

IAE seeking abstracts for Spotlight on Scholarship

The sixth annual event will showcase innovators advancing educational scholarship in the health sciences.

Feb 3, 2025

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Campus blood drive will be held Feb. 25

The bloodmobile will be parked on Emile Street in front of the Lied Transplant Center. 

Feb 3, 2025

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UNMC webpage offers federal transition resources

Research leaders discussed the webpage, science advocacy and other issues at a Monday UNMC research forum.

Jan 31, 2025

Ken Bayles, PhD, UNMC vice chancellor for research