‘What If That Could Be Me?’
May 11, 2026
A pioneering MS clinical trial has given Beth Smith new hope, and donor support is helping turn groundbreaking CAR T cell innovation into life changing reality.
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A pioneering MS clinical trial has given Beth Smith new hope, and donor support is helping turn groundbreaking CAR T cell innovation into life changing reality.
A visionary gift is transforming diabetes care in Nebraska and beyond.
A hub for STEM education at UNO, the Durham Science Center renovation marks a significant step in the university’s aims to prepare the next generation of STEM professionals in Nebraska.
Ruth Scott is one of the most transformational and generous donors in University of Nebraska history. In this Q&A, she discusses her favorite philanthropic projects and the joy of giving.
At UNO, biomechanics scientists are studying the intricate mechanics of movement and the varied implications on our health.
After several family members fought and succumbed to cancer, Doris Jones decided to give back to future generations by supporting cancer research.
The National Geographic Photo Ark exhibit at the University of Nebraska State Museum features the work of world-renowned wildlife photographer, Nebraska native and UNL alumnus Joel Sartore.
When Marsha and Neal Morien decided to invest in UNMC’s Center for Drug Design and Innovation, they knew it could benefit not only the state of Nebraska, but possibly the world.
Diabetes On Track seeks to improve diabetes care and prevention by piloting a new approach in two rural Nebraska communities. Launched this fall, the idea is for communities to tailor their own solutions through collaboration among health departments, health clinics, hospitals and community groups.
Our bodies are home to trillions of microbes, and their impact is vast. At UNL and UNMC, scientists are conducting extensive research of the microbiome to find the links from agriculture and food production to human wellness and the prevention of disease.