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UNeMed holds Research Innovation Awards Ceremony
The virtual event featured awards for Innovator of the Year, Most Promising New Invention and Startup of the Year.
Feb 16, 2022
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From social media: Isha Snehal, human of UNMC
UNMC’s Instagram account profiles the people you meet each day around campus.
Feb 16, 2022
![Isha Snehal, MBBS, resident physician in the Department of Neurological Sciences and human of UNMC](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IshaSnehal0216221.jpg)
Distinguished scientist: Peter Mannon, MD
Dr. Mannon’s research focus is inflammatory bowel diseases.
Feb 16, 2022
![Peter Mannon, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Mannon021622.jpg)
NU system economic impact grows to $5.8 billion
UNMC accounts for $1.5 billion in annual economic impact – not including clinical partner Nebraska Medicine and its affiliates.
Feb 15, 2022
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UNMC team ties microRNA to meth use relapse
Anti-inflammatories show promise to repair damage and “rescue” relapse.
Feb 15, 2022
![Sowmya Yelamanchili, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/SowmyaYelamanchili021522.jpg)
Student Senate prioritizes outdoor events, wellness
As students go through an especially difficult period, the organization is offering ways to connect and support students’ mental health.
Feb 15, 2022
![UNMC students gathered on a Friday in October for a Student Senate Green Space event on the Ruth and Bill Scott Student Plaza.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/StudentSenate021522.jpg)
Services set for Mary Ann Andersen, nursing instructor
Andersen, instructor at the UNMC College of Nursing Northern Division, died Feb. 3 at the age of 59.
Feb 15, 2022
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Distinguished scientist: Roslyn Mannon, MD
Dr. Mannon’s research focus is in kidney transplantation.
Feb 15, 2022
![Roslyn Mannon, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Mannon021522.jpg)
Distinguished scientist: Russell McCulloh, MD
Dr. McCulloh’s research focus is infections and implementation science.
Feb 14, 2022
![Russell McCulloh, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/McCulloh021422.jpg)
Leaders applaud, recognize campus COVID-19 efforts
Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD: “I’m honored and proud to work alongside each of you.” Here’s a chance to offer your own kudos.
Feb 14, 2022
![Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/GoldAOneicon.jpg)