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.
How Biomechanics is Moving Nebraska Forward
It’s morning. Your alarm clock blares its wake-up call. You sit up, reach to [...]
Bringing Hope to Families with History of Pancreatic Cancer
For too long, pancreatic cancer has been a mystery. It has no early detection [...]
NIH asks Creighton researcher to probe puzzle of infectious prions
While the resistance of some pathogens to conventional drug treatments is a major concern [...]
Rewarding Research: Michael Moxley focuses on biochemistry projects that benefit society
Michael Moxley always planned to pursue a career in science. Ask him why he [...]
New mouse models can bridge gap in Alzheimer’s research
In a landmark study, researchers at UNMC developed a novel mouse model of Alzheimer’s [...]
Barlow patents groundbreaking frontline stroke treatment
Lincoln, Nebraska - Dr. Steven Barlow and doctoral candidate Jake Greenwood talk about [...]
Meet Rebekah Gundry
“Our research is truly of Nebraskans and for Nebraskans.” – Rebekah Gundry, PhD [...]
Meet Allen Thomas
“My participation in the grant writing workshop sponsored by tobacco funds made a huge impact [...]
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.