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Meet UNMC New Investigator Ted Mikuls, M.D.
UNMC researcher Ted Mikuls, M.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests.
NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 26 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2007. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 20 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Feb 14, 2008
UNMC Today Sweethearts Package — meaningful moments
A collection of Valentine’s Day-themed stories from members of the UNMC community.
Feb 14, 2008
Lunch and learn on affirmative action ban Feb. 21
A lunch and learn session regarding a legislative initiative aimed at banning affirmative action has been scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 21 at noon in the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater. Lunch will be provided for the first 50 employees to attend.
Feb 14, 2008
UNMC researchers making strides to prevent birth defects
To see her now, Michelle Vitamvas is a picture of health. But two months after she was born, Vitamvas was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot — a heart defect that caused her to have a blue appearance because of reduced oxygen in the blood. … But Vitamvas, now 32, and others born with congenital heart defects are living healthy, productive lives thanks to research advances such as those forged by team of UNMC’s Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D.
Feb 14, 2008
UNMC research chief talks about his own work
Video of UNMC Vice Chancellor for Research Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D., discussing his team’s work in congenital heart defects.
Feb 14, 2008
Meet UNMC Distinguished Scientist Gloria Borgstahl, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Gloria Borgstahl, Ph.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests.NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 26 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2007. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 20 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Feb 13, 2008
Compromise bill created pertaining to controversial research
After several months of negotiations, a compromise legislative bill has been created by the Judiciary Committee of the Nebraska Legislature to establish guidelines for research involving human embryonic stem cells and other evolving research techniques such as therapeutic cloning.
Feb 13, 2008
UNMC-powered Army dental team provides care in Philippines
A 1980 graduate of the UNMC College of Dentistry and dental officer in the U.S. Public Health Service, Capt. Charles Craft, D.D.S., has spent the past 28 years providing dental care to underserved people around the world. It was during a 2007 mission in the Philippines that Dr. Craft saw firsthand the potential global impact that College of Dentistry graduates can truly achieve.
Feb 13, 2008
Meaningful moments due by noon
Those wishing to have stories about meaningful moments with their special someones included in UNMC Today’s Sweethearts Package on Thursday have until noon today to send in their submissions to today@unmc.edu.
Feb 13, 2008
UNMC leaders express concern over legislative initiative
When Myrna Newland, M.D., was a young medical student, she was one of five women in the College of Medicine at UNMC. That was 1964. …
Fast forward 40 years. As director of UNMC’s Equity Office, Dr. Newland has seen the number of women increase in medical school as a result of affirmative action programs.
Feb 12, 2008