Research Saves Lives
“When we invest in research, we’re investing in innovation, talent, and the health of our entire community.”
– Gail and Mike Yanney
Investment in biomedical research drives innovation that not only improves our health, but also fuels economic growth, creates high-quality jobs, and helps communities lead in science and healthcare.
Learn about Nebraska-based research and the people who make it happen in the following stories.
Boys Town Breaks Ground on Transformational Expansion
With the turn of a shovel, Boys Town ushered in a bold new chapter [...]
Nebraska-led team explores using bacteria to power artificial intelligence
In just a few short years, artificial intelligence has rapidly evolved from a futuristic [...]
UNK faculty contribute to national security through National Strategic Research Institute
For faculty members at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, supporting national defense doesn’t [...]
My North Star: Tragedy blazes trail for career fighting cancer
Joann Sweasy, PhD, was 9 when she decided to cure cancer. Before that, she [...]
NIH grants Coffin $1.3 million grant to study medicine-induced hearing loss
Coffin and her team of student researchers. How does an intended marine [...]
This Boot Could Help Soldiers Heal Faster and Stay in the Fight
UNO researchers are reinventing combat footwear with the “FlyBand ExoBoot” designed to prevent ankle [...]
Radon and Young Brains: Researching the Risks
You may know that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer worldwide. [...]
UNMC researchers unveil ‘smart bandage’ that heals wounds faster
It's called a smart bandage. Researchers at UNMC say it can heal wounds three [...]
Fueling Discovery Through Investment
National Funding
Nebraska received $137,301,284 in funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2024.
Nebraska received $51,651,000 in funding from the National Science Foundation in 2023.
State Funding
Nebraska legislators commit $15 million a year to advancing biomedical research, supporting scientists whose work improves health outcomes across the state and beyond. This investment, highlighted in the Tobacco Settlement Biomedical Research Report, showcases the vital breakthroughs and stories that emerge when we invest in innovation and talent.
Take Action to Protect Research Funding
Congress is working on the budget for the next fiscal year, which starts October 1 and runs through September 2026. The President’s budget request proposes a drastic 40% cut to the NIH. This would severely undermine scientific progress and stall medical innovation.
Call or write your members of Congress and tell them to preserve funding for scientific research!
Rep. Mike Flood – (202) 225-4806
Rep. Don Bacon – (202) 225-4155
Rep. Adrian Smith – (202) 225-6435
Sen. Deb Fischer – (202) 224-6551
Sen. Pete Ricketts – (202) 224-4224
You can also use this portal from our national partner Research!America to send an editable email to your representatives quickly and easily.