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New investigator: Palsamy Periyasamy, PhD
Dr. Periyasamy’s research focus is HIV and substance use disorders, epigenetics and neuroinflammation.
Jan 26, 2022
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In an ‘amazing’ new home, MMI emphasizes growth
Munroe-Meyer Institute Director Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, addresses the need to expand services during his annual State of the Institute address.
Jan 26, 2022
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Nursing college moves up graduate online ranks
Leaders credit the college for maintaining its standard of learning through the pandemic.
Jan 25, 2022
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Studies show boosters provide best protection
CDC finds boosters highly effective preventing hospitalizations and ER visits from COVID-19. UNMC requires vaccination and encourages boosters.
Jan 25, 2022
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Clinical trial spotlight on generalized anxiety disorder
UNMC researchers are seeking participants with generalized anxiety disorder to test a non-invasive device.
Jan 25, 2022
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New investigator: Abbie Raikes, PhD
Dr. Raikes’ research focus is early child development, domestically and globally.
Jan 25, 2022
![Abbie Raikes, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Raikes012522.jpg)
LiveGreen: Med center recycling questions answered
UNMC and Nebraska Medicine have a goal of net zero waste by 2030. Here are some ways to recycle toward that goal.
Jan 25, 2022
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Remembering NU Regent Emeritus Bob Whitehouse
Services will be Saturday for lifelong educator.
Jan 25, 2022
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Study: Gout patients more commonly undergo lower-extremity amputations
Ted Mikuls, MD, and team recently published study in the JAMA Open Network.
Jan 24, 2022
![Ted Mikuls, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mikuls022221.jpg)