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Nebraska-developed vaccine protects against swine, human and bird flu
Annual flu shots could become a thing of the past under a new vaccine strategy developed and tested by University of Nebraska–Lincoln virologist Eric Weaver and his laboratory team.
MoreNebraska U charts course to elevate research distinction
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is sharpening its vision for the future of research, scholarship and creative activity, discussing research identity and deepening its commitment to community collaboration.
That effort launched May 7, when more than 260 faculty, campus administrators and community leaders gathered at the Nebraska Union for the Research and Innovation Convening, a strategic planning summit led by the Office of Research and Innovation.
MoreFritz elected to National Academy of Sciences
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has added a fifth member to the National Academy of Sciences.
Sherilyn Fritz, George Holmes Professor in Earth and atmospheric sciences and the School of Biological Sciences, joined 120 new members and 30 international members elected for membership of the academy, which recognizes and elevates outstanding science, fosters the broad understanding of science and oversees the National Research Council. Membership is one of the highest distinctions for a scientist or engineer in the United States.
MoreHusker research unlocks secrets of sorghum’s defenses against fall armyworm
University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists continue to advance the understanding of sorghum’s natural defenses, new findings that can strengthen crop resistance to a major pest threat, the fall armyworm.
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Lab to Launch exchange provides entrepreneur tips, mentorship
A recent “Lab to Launch: Mentor and Resource Exchange” provided participants an opportunity to build momentum in their entrepreneurial ventures.
MoreSukumaran seeks to better understand zinc’s role in taste
With a five-year, $1.5 million grant, a Nebraska researcher will use new tools in molecular genetics to pinpoint the biochemical pathways and molecular processes underlying zinc’s roles in taste cells.
MoreNebraska Lecturer outlines tragedy of sex trafficking in India
Impoverished Indian women sold into sex trafficking as children want better for their own daughters, but it’s often hard for them to see other paths forward, said a University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor who’s extensively studied the issue.
MoreInaugural robotics fellows ready to launch new innovations
A prototype, idea, doctoral thesis and sketch are all becoming tangible devices and products through the Nebraska Innovation Studio’s inaugural Robotics Fellowship Program.
MoreHusker research staffers part of team receiving NORDP Innovation Award honors
Nebraska research development professionals are part of a multi-institutional team honored with a national award for its work helping faculty successfully compete for scientific research funds.
MoreDepartment of Energy lab to support Li’s research on bioenergy crops
The U.S. Department of Energy has named University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientist Huang Li as one of 30 “New Investigators” who will receive support to pursue genomic research related to the bioeconomy.
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