UNMC researchers unveil ‘smart bandage’ that heals wounds faster
It's called a smart bandage. Researchers at UNMC say it can heal wounds three times faster than a traditional bandage. The innovation is in [...]
NIH awards Dustin Stairs, PhD, $400k grant to study cannabis abuse potential
Question: What do a farm bill, Covid and cannabis have in common? Answer: They are all the impetus for cutting-edge research on potential CBD [...]
Growing the Future of Agriculture
Agriculture is the heart and soul of Nebraska. The state’s leading industry, its impact goes far beyond the plate—providing Nebraskans with jobs, contributing to [...]
Finding Solid Ground for Kids with Balance Issues
Many children with hearing loss also struggle with balance and dizziness. It’s a problem that isn’t well understood. “There aren’t many people studying dizziness [...]
One in three can’t escape anxiety and depression of early sobriety
A recent study of more than 1,000 people in alcohol treatment found that nearly one in three never escape the crushing anxiety or depression [...]
Creighton researcher studying ‘listening effort’ and the toll it takes on teens
You spend an evening at a loud, busy bar or restaurant, straining to hear and make sense of what your friends are saying. It's [...]
Investing in Science and the Next Generation of Scientists and Breakthroughs
It’s a privilege to be part of Nebraska Cures and its critical mission to promote, support, and advocate for scientific research and education. This [...]
2024 Annual Report
We are excited to share our 2024 Annual Report! It was a big year as we championed legislation to help cancer researchers, held the 2nd [...]
Research in Motion for People with Cerebral Palsy
What if the science that helps people with cerebral palsy move more easily could also help millions of others? At Boys Town National Research [...]
‘A monumental day’: Nebraska Medicine offers world-first experimental treatment
When the numbness in her toes crept up the right side of her body, Jan Janisch-Hanzlik called her primary care doctor. The now-49-year-old had [...]