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UNMC team discovers new Parkinson’s insights
Research by UNMC scientists has unlocked significant new insights into the cause and progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The work, which was published in four scientific journals, will serve as a cornerstone as scientists look for new therapies for the incurable disease that affects nearly one million Americans.
Jan 10, 2008
Dr. Gendelman discusses UNMC’s Parkinson’s breakthrough
Video of Howard Gendelman, M.D., chairman of pharmacology and experimental neuroscience and director of the Center for Neurovirology and Neurodegenerative Disorders at UNMC, speaking about a recent Parkinson’s research breakthrough made at the medical center.
Jan 10, 2008
Actor John Beasley to present Martin Luther King Jr. Day address
Actor John Beasley — who is celebrated for his work on the big and small screens — will deliver a commemorative address at The Nebraska Medical Center on Monday, Jan. 21 to honor slain civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 9, 2008
More than 70 students came from near and far to attend the eighth annual College of Medicine Research Fair on Tuesday in the Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium.
Jan 9, 2008
Team developing new campuswide faculty records system
A steering committee composed of personnel from all UNMC colleges and units has officially begun developing a new faculty records system that will be implemented across the entire campus.
Jan 9, 2008
Spotlight on new faculty — meet Russell Smith, M.D.
Russell Smith, M.D., associate professor in the department of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, is among the many new faculty members at UNMC.
Jan 8, 2008
Dr. Cuddigan named chair of adult health and illness department
Janet Cuddigan, Ph.D., assistant professor of the College of Nursing, has been appointed chairwoman of the Adult Health and Illness Department effective Nov. 1.
Jan 8, 2008
A note about the campus drug policy
UNMC employees are required to adhere to the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which prohibits employees from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of alcohol and/or a controlled substance on UNMC property. The term “substance” refers to drug or chemical compounds that are controlled by local, state, or federal law. UNMC complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, as amended.
Jan 8, 2008
UNMC alums turn out for Husker hoops upset of Oregon
Several proud UNMC alumni and friends gathered for lunch at the Hilton Omaha and then walked next door to Qwest Center Omaha to cheer on the Nebraska mens basketball team during an overtime upset of the Oregon Ducks on Dec. 15.
Jan 7, 2008
Regents approve clinical and translational research center
The creation of a UNMC Center for Clinical and Translational Research has been approved by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.
Jan 7, 2008