News for Researchers

Wilhelm: Research a prime example of grit and glory

Posted August 31, 2018

In my long career as a researcher and university leader, I’m no stranger to the excitement of the fall semester. This year I’m especially excited to begin the academic year in Nebraska. After joining the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in May, I’ve had the privilege of meeting many of you and gaining a deeper understanding of the university’s strengths and ambitions.

Accolades, August 2018

Posted August 31, 2018

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

U.S.-Issued Patents, March-June 2018

Posted August 31, 2018

The following list includes all U.S.-issued patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers from March 1, 2018, to June 30, 2018, as reported by NUtech Ventures. For more information about protecting intellectual property, contact NUtech Ventures, 402-472-1783.

Apply for 2018-2019 Research Development Fellows Program

Posted August 31, 2018

The Office of Research and Economic Development is seeking applicants for the 2018-2019 Research Development Fellows Program, a yearlong program designed to help full-time, pre-tenure faculty obtain the information, resources and approaches necessary to prepare competitive grant proposals to external sponsors. The application deadline is Oct. 2.

Hamernik named associate vice chancellor for research

Posted August 31, 2018

Following an internal search, Deb Hamernik has been named associate vice chancellor for research, effective Oct. 1. Bob Wilhelm, vice chancellor for research and economic development, made the announcement Aug. 31.

Funds available to support major instrumentation acquisition

Posted August 30, 2018

Two distinct funding opportunities from the National Science Foundation and the Nebraska Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research are available for Nebraska faculty interested in acquiring major research instrumentation in 2019.

Register for NUtech’s Oct. 4 reception for new faculty

Posted August 30, 2018

New Husker faculty are invited to an Oct. 4 happy hour reception and mixer hosted by NUtech Ventures, the university’s technology commercialization unit. Sign up online by Oct. 2.

Follow Nebraska Research through social, web tools

Posted August 29, 2018

The Office of Research and Economic Development offers a variety of social media, web and email tools to help the university community and beyond stay connected to Husker research projects and campus events.