News for Researchers

Today at the Research Fair: Wednesday, Nov. 7

Posted November 7, 2018

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Research Fair continues today, capped by the fall Nebraska Lecture with Husker biologist Eileen Hebets, “Using Arachnids to Inspire D.R.E.A.M.S.”

What’s happening Wednesday

• Team Science: The Toolbox Project Workshop, morning session, 9-11 a.m.; afternoon session, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Nebraska Union, Regency Suite
• Association for Women in Science Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Wick Alumni Center. Registration required.
• Fall Nebraska Lecture with Eileen Hebets: “Using Arachnids to Inspire D.R.E.A.M.S.” 3:30-4:30 p.m., Nebraska Union auditorium, with a reception following. A live webstream is available here.

More resources

• Visit the Research Fair website for the full schedule of events.
• Read the summary of Research Fair events scheduled for Nov. 6-8.

The Office of Research and Economic Development hosts the Research Fair in cooperation with campus partners. Events are free and open to faculty, staff and students, although some require registration. Participants are encouraged to use the #ResearchFair hashtag on social media or tag @UNLresearch on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for the chance to be featured.

Today at the Research Fair: Thursday, Nov. 8

Posted November 6, 2018

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln fall Research Fair concludes today with five events, including three aimed at helping Husker faculty successfully pursue National Institutes of Health Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer funding, known as SBIR/STTR. The fair wraps up with the first-ever Faculty Science Slam, where Nebraska faculty will present short, engaging talks about their research and creative activity.

What’s happening Thursday

• Sequencing Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m., Cather Dining Complex, Red Cloud Rooms B and C. Registration is closed. Contact Lisa Vonfeldt, administrative coordinator in the Center for Biotechnology, with questions.
• One-on-one consultations, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Nebraska Innovation Campus. These meetings, for faculty interested in pursuing NIH SBIR/STTR funding, are by appointment only. Contact Ryan Anderson, director of industry relations, or Suzanne Spiehs, administrative coordinator, for more information.
• SBIR/STTR Panel: U.S. Department of Agriculture Program Officer Perspectives and Resources for Nebraska Applicants and Awardees, 10-11:15 a.m., NIC Conference Center, banquet hall
• SBIR/STTR Success Stories: Nebraska Company Awardees and their UNL Faculty Partners, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., NIC Conference Center, banquet hall
• Faculty Connector and Science Slam: Research and Creative Activity, 4-6 p.m., Wick Alumni Center

More resources

• Visit the Research Fair website for the full schedule of events.
• Read the summary of Research Fair events scheduled for Nov. 6-8.

The Office of Research and Economic Development hosts the Research Fair in cooperation with campus partners. Events are free and open to faculty, staff and students, although some require registration. Participants are encouraged to use the #ResearchFair hashtag on social media or tag @UNLresearch on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for the chance to be featured.

Today at the Research Fair: Tuesday, Nov. 6

Posted November 6, 2018

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Research Fair kicks off today, starting with the Faculty Recognition Breakfast from 8-9:30 a.m. in the Nebraska Union’s Centennial Room. Susan Fitzpatrick, president of the James S. McDonnell Foundation, is the keynote speaker. Don’t miss this annual celebration of faculty accomplishments.

What’s happening Tuesday

• Faculty Recognition Breakfast, 8-9:30 a.m., Nebraska Union, Centennial Room
• Identify Your Unique Professional Value, 10 a.m.-noon, Nebraska Union, Colonial Rooms A and B. Registration is closed, but walk-in registration may be available
• Foundations 101, 10-11 a.m., Nebraska Union, Regency Suite
• Faculty Panel: Collaborating with Private Foundations, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Nebraska Union, Regency Suite
• Grant Writing for Private Foundations Workshop, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Nebraska Union, Regency Suite
• Science Slam: Postdoc Edition, 2:30-4 p.m., Nebraska Union Auditorium
• Nebraska Summer Research Program Faculty Information Session, 4-5 p.m., Nebraska Union, Heritage Room
• NUtech Ventures Innovator Celebration, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Nebraska Innovation Campus Conference Center, banquet hall

More resources

• Visit the Research Fair website for the full schedule of events.
• Read the summary of Research Fair events scheduled for Nov. 6-8.

The Office of Research and Economic Development hosts the Research Fair in cooperation with campus partners. Events are free and open to faculty, staff and students, although some require registration. Participants are encouraged to use the #ResearchFair hashtag on social media or tag @UNLresearch on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for the chance to be featured.

Celebrate success at the Research Fair, Nov. 6-8

Posted November 2, 2018

Opportunities to celebrate faculty accomplishments, learn how to partner with foundations and industry, and explore research interests are available at the fall Research Fair, Nov. 6-8. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend this biannual celebration of research, creativity and scholarly activity.

Top Awards from Public Sponsors, September 2018

Posted November 2, 2018

The following list of awards from public entities includes all arts and humanities grants of $10,000 or more and all other grants of $200,000 or more between Aug. 16, 2018, and Sept. 15, 2018, as reported through NUgrant, the university’s electronic research administration system.

Accolades, October 2018

Posted November 1, 2018

Accolades are compiled from faculty and staff nominations, weekly Achievement columns published by University Communication, and college, center and departmental websites.

Develop competitive DOE grant writing skills at Dec. 6 workshop

Posted November 1, 2018

Researchers interested in pursuing Department of Energy funding are encouraged to attend a Dec. 6 professional development workshop, “Demystifying the U.S. Department of Energy.”

Help shape NURAMP training

Posted October 31, 2018

To help the Office of Research and Economic Development shape the future of the Research Administration Management Program, or NURAMP, provide feedback via a five-minute survey. Input on past experiences and ideas for new topics are helpful as ORED considers changes to ensure NURAMP remains relevant and valuable.