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Bureau of Sociological Research
Snapshot shows Nebraskans’ financial satisfaction has fallen
April 8, 2026

The latest Nebraska Snapshot from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Bureau of Sociological Research shows a decline in Nebraskans’ overall financial satisfaction since 2020, and for some, more difficulty paying bills.

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Artificial intelligence
Winning contest entry shows AI’s agricultural potential
April 8, 2026

Nipuna Chamara, research assistant professor in biological systems engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, won a category of the 2025 Testing Ag Performance Solutions competition using artificial intelligence to make decisions for him.

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News for Researchers
Registration open for May 4 Research and Innovation Convening
April 6, 2026

UNL faculty are invited to attend the May 4 Research and Innovation Convening, an event designed to foster community, connection and collaboration.

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Drought
Groundwater levels continue to decline amid persistent drought conditions
April 3, 2026

Groundwater levels throughout Nebraska continued to decline in 2025 following several years of persistent drought.

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Nebraska center celebrates 20 years of transforming humanities research
April 3, 2026

UNL’s Center for Digital Research in the Humanities has come a long way since its establishment.

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Nebraska Engineering’s Wang earns major DOE award to build missing ‘bridge’ for quantum superhighways  
April 2, 2026

Yanan (Laura) Wang is using a five-year, $876,663 grant to solve one of the most challenging engineering problems in quantum technology.

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Neta’s research points to brain-based clues for mental health
April 2, 2026

A Husker psychologist finds that the brain’s snap judgments could help identify risk factors for depression, anxiety and other stress-related conditions, and unlock secrets about how the brain works.

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Seger-Franklin helps preserve Great Plains stories
March 31, 2026

Casey Seger-Franklin, collections manager at the Great Plains Art Museum and Center for Great Plains Studies, brings a background in history to protect, record and share cultural history of the region. His connection to the Great Plains and its stories encompasses the land and all its people, prominent or otherwise.

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Harvey helps amp up research at Barta Brothers Ranch
March 25, 2026

Jacob Harvey’s management has improved Barta Brothers Ranch’s role in agricultural research.

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Buan aims to better understand biochemistry of methanogens
March 23, 2026

Microbial physiologist Nicole Buan is researching methanogens, known for their tiny energy budget. The chemical reactions driving their metabolism produce just enough energy to sustain life — but researchers do not fully understand the cellular biochemistry underlying this thermodynamic feat.

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