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UNMC researchers: Estrogen could be predictor of breast cancer risk
A team of researchers at UNMC has determined that certain estrogen metabolites could serve as biomarkers to predict the risk of someone getting breast cancer. The results of the study are published in the April issue of Carcinogenesis.
Apr 28, 2003
Lab automation poses advantages to hospital staff, patients
Resembling a racetrack, the conveyor system transports specimens in glass tubes to testing stations around the NHS University Hospital lab. The automated lab, which goes live Wednesday (April 30), will reduce medical errors, expedite patient test results and save money.
Apr 28, 2003
Longtime admirer of UNMC aging expert to deliver Harman Lectureship
Waiting in an airline terminal is normally not a memorable experience. However, for two scientists with roots from different continents, it turned out to be the beginning of a friendship that is still going strong seven years later. See story for details.
Apr 25, 2003
Advocate for cancer research, Liz Karnes, dies
Liz Karnes, an Omaha community leader who inspired many during her battle with cancer and various complications, died Thursday morning at her home. She was 53. “Liz was not just a strong advocate for Omaha, but she also was a strong advocate for UNMC and the Eppley Cancer Center,” said Ken Cowan, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Eppley Cancer Center.
Apr 25, 2003
Bioterrorism symposia planned across the state
Four, two-day bioterrorism symposia have been scheduled for across Nebraska to help educate health-care providers and first responders about the indicators of bioterrorism-related illnesses, as well as treatments for those illnesses. See story for details.
Apr 25, 2003
Geneticists celebrate 50 years of the double helix
Today, scientists worldwide are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the article, published in Nature, that described the now famous “double helix” model that describes how DNA is structured. It’s hard to imagine science without the three-dimensional structure of DNA, Shelley Smith, Ph.D., says.
Apr 25, 2003
Nebraskans will determine University’s future
Read an editorial by UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., that has been sent to newspapers across the state.
Apr 24, 2003
Pharmacy fraternity raises $2,500 for cystic fibrosis camp
The Kappa Psi chapter of the College of Pharmacy recently raised $2,500 for a camp for children with cystic fibrosis. Fourteen teams competed in this year’s “Hoops for Healing” basketball tournament, an annual event that the fraternity chapter organizes and conducts.
Apr 24, 2003
Sign language workshop April 25
Have you ever stopped to think about how much you take hearing for granted? The NHS/UNMC Employee Diversity Network, in honor of Deaf Awareness Month, will sponsor a special workshop titled, “The ABC’s of Sign Language,” Friday, April 25, from noon to 1 p.m. in Wittson Hall, Room 3037.
Apr 24, 2003
Dr. McCashland earns April Gold ‘U’ Award
The pager sounds and Tim McCashland, M.D., agrees to squeeze another patient into an already full day. Saying “no” isn’t easy, even when it means late hours, postponing other tasks or interrupting his vacation. For his commitment and dedication, Dr. McCashland has received this month’s Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award.
Apr 23, 2003