Tag: Partnerships

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Year 3 Summary The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has committed $40 million over four years toward strategic, goal-based solutions in seven thematic areas. The aim is to leverage Nebraska’s expertise and strengths to solve some of society’s greatest challenges. $28.2 million has been invested so far using funds specifically earmarked for research. CATALYST AWARDS Bold and…

Precision ag facility a hub for sustainable, resilient practices

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The next era of agricultural innovation and discovery is underway at Nebraska Innovation Campus. Construction began in May 2024 on the National Center for Resilient and Regenerative Precision Agriculture, a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, UNL and NIC. The state-of-the-art facility will promote sustainable, resilient and highly efficient agricultural practices…

State Museum earns reaccreditation

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The University of Nebraska State Museum was awarded reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums in recognition of its innovative programming and comprehensive exhibits that engage the public in research and discovery. The museum has been continuously reaccredited since the program began in the 1970s. Only 8% of the nation’s natural history museums are accredited.…

Improving the lives of youth experiencing homelessness

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Youth experiencing homelessness often lack daily contact with supportive people, leaving them more vulnerable to alcohol and drug misuse at critical junctures. Kimberly Tyler Husker sociologist Kimberly Tyler believes an app-based intervention could help fill that gap and redirect these youth when substance misuse may be tempting: in times of poor mental health, after sexual…

Unraveling drug use and misuse in rural areas

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Describing initial research discoveries as “eye opening,” scientists in the Rural Drug Addiction Research Center are building upon a strong foundation to develop partnerships with communities across Nebraska to address drug use and misuse. RDAR, founded in 2019, earned a five-year, $11,597,682 Phase 2 renewal grant from the National Institutes of Health’s Centers of Biomedical…

Transforming biomedical, ag science research

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Nebraska’s newest core research facility is revolutionizing understanding of molecular foundations and boosting the university’s expertise in the biomedical and agricultural sciences. The CryoEM Core Facility houses the state’s first cryo-electron microscope – one of a handful regionally. The acquisition of cutting-edge equipment is expected to strengthen research ties with other University of Nebraska institutions…

Supporting the next generation of teachers

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Fewer students are choosing careers in education, or they become disenchanted before their careers are fully launched. Without them, schools face a growing shortage of schoolteachers, particularly in districts with increased ethno-racial and linguistic diversity. To bolster teacher ranks, Nebraska launched Project RAÍCES, a pilot program to help recruit, retain and diversify the next generation…

Fortifying communities for future weather threats

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The 2019 flooding in Nebraska stands out for its ferocity, but it was part of a national two-decade trend of floods that are more widespread, longer lasting and more costly. Husker experts are working with communities and regional planners to develop long-term mitigation plans that will better position the state for future severe weather. The…

Forging partnerships for biodiversity education

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