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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Celebrating research month at UNMC www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Celebrating research month at UNMC
October provides opportunity to appreciate faculty, staff and student investigators that help improve people's health.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Representing our department at the Central Association of College and University Business Officers annual conference this week in Omaha. The event offers professional development, networking and CPE credit.
From left, Mike Driggs, Keith Young, Kirsten Stites, Alec Kudrna and Shania McClure
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Lab Fun at UNMC Research Month during the Core Facilities Showcase Oct 7 | 2:30 – 4:00 pm | DRC Aud Research-themed competitions include: 🧪Micropipetting Relay 🧑‍🔬Name That Tissue 🛝The Perfect Coverslip Drop 💻IRB Simon Says Register your team tinyurl.com/2x2hewrh
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
New Investigator: Amanda Brinkworth, PhD www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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New Investigator: Amanda Brinkworth, PhD
Dr. Brinkworth is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, UNMC College of Medicine.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Campus Sustainability Month activities set for October www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Campus Sustainability Month activities set for October
Activities kick off Oct. 8 with prairie maintenance and monarch butterfly tagging.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Higher Learning Commission to visit University of Nebraska www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Higher Learning Commission to visit University of Nebraska
The visit will follow up on the joint accreditation of UNL and UNMC approved earlier this year.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Today is the last day to register for our department's annual pathology conference, set for Saturday, Sept. 26, at UNMC. Learn more and register at: go.unmc.edu/c4wp
Microscope in front of computer screens showing magnified images
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Congratulations to Drs. Katie Ambrose and Alisha Langan, two of our first-year residents, who have passed their USMLE Step 3 exams.
From left, Drs. Katie Ambrose and Alisha Langan
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Congratulations to three of our fellows, Drs. Ahmed Ahmed, Ejas Palathingal Bava and Joyce Pazhayattil, who have won Research Grant Awards. Learn more: go.unmc.edu/e4n6
From left, Drs. Ahmed Ahmed, Ejas Palathingal Bava, and Joyce Pazhayattil
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Now hiring: Senior Forensic DNA Analyst, Lead This position will serve as the designated technical leader for the Human DNA Identification Laboratory. Join a team dedicated to delivering accurate and timely DNA results that advance justice. Apply here: unmc.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/...
blue-gloved hand with test tube and other lab equipment
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
New PMI faculty spotlight: Sunandini Sharma, PhD www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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New faculty spotlight: Sunandini Sharma, PhD
Dr. Sharma is an instructor in the UNMC Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Regional Pathology Services (RPS), the laboratory outreach enterprise of UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, is hiring a director to provide a leadership role in driving sustainable revenue growth, expanding market share, and strengthening client relationships. shorturl.at/hloyF
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Director, Regional Pathology Services
Provides senior executive leadership, strategic direction, financial management, and operational oversight for Regional Pathology Services (RPS), the laboratory outreach enterprise of UNMC and Nebrask...
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Med center to commemorate 9/11 today www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Med center to commemorate 9/11 today
The event will be held at noon near the Hope Tower in the Ruth and Bill Scott Student Plaza in Omaha.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Pathology conference hosted by UNMC set for Sept. 26 www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Pathology conference hosted by UNMC set for Sept. 26
Registration for the event remains open through Sept. 18.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Register now for our department's annual pathology conference, set for Saturday, Sept. 26, at UNMC. Registration closes on Sept. 18. Learn more and register at: go.unmc.edu/c4wp
Microscope in front of computer screens showing magnified images
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
State of University address set for Sept. 3 www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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State of University address set for Sept. 3
NU President Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, will speak from the Nebraska State Capitol.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Kirk Hansen, who retired this month as director of Regional Pathology Services, is proud of the growth he's seen in his time here: go.unmc.edu/7zho
Kirk Hansen
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
We're Hiring: Senior GME Program Coordinator Join our team and help support the next generation of physicians. We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented professional to coordinate residency program operations and accreditation activities. Apply today: unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/99943
Sun shining between tower and Durham Research Center
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
New UNMC Faculty Senate leaders for 2026-27 www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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New UNMC Faculty Senate leaders for 2026-27
Senate serves as 'the voice of the faculty with the administration.'
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Congratulations to Drs. Tammy Kielian, Ken Bayles, and Rey Carabeo, department PMI professors, who have received NIH grants Medical research highlights, summer 2026 www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Medical research highlights, summer 2026
The UNMC College of Medicine recently received grants and awards representing nearly $16 million in new funding in July.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Amanda Bartling has filled many roles in her nearly 20 years at UNMC, from research technologist to her current position as laboratory manager at NPHL: go.unmc.edu/6aoh
Amanda Bartling in laboratory
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Chancellor's message: Welcome to a new academic year www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Chancellor's message: Welcome to a new academic year
As a new academic year begins, there is an unmistakable energy and so many exciting possibilities.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Ten middle and high school students spent the better part of one July week in the laboratory for our department's Young Scientist Research Workshop: go.unmc.edu/62yp
Teen boy and several other young people practice lab techniques
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
NSRI and federal partners tour UNMC, other NU campuses www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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NSRI and federal partners tour UNMC, other NU campuses
Leaders from the Defense Health Agency and Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute recently visited the university.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
An eight-week summer externship program offered by the department turned out to be a perfect fit for Lindsay Adams, who is entering her second year of med school at @UNMCCOM: go.unmc.edu/d0ix
Lindsay Adams in hallway at UNMC
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Check out the new research grants and publications from faculty members in our department: go.unmc.edu/ih0r
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Anna Carpenter, operations manager at Regional Pathology Services, recently was honored with the Silver U Award: go.unmc.edu/zi5r
Anna Carpenter in her office holding award
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Paul Fey, PhD, professor and vice chair of research in our department, is serving as UNMC Faculty Senate president in 2026-2027: go.unmc.edu/pvsh
Paul Fey, PhD, standing outdoors
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Congratulations to IPID doctoral student Ridhi Bhola, president of UNMC’s Graduate Student Association, who was presented the Derry-Crouse Emerging Leader: Student Organization Award at Tuesday’s matriculation ceremony. At left is Dr. Karen Gould, interim dean of Graduate Studies.
Karen Gould, left, and Ridhi Bhola, who is holding an award
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Congratulations to Theresa Faure, who is serving as interim director of Regional Pathology Services.
Theresa Faure in hallway outside her office
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Register now for our department's annual pathology conference, set for 9/26 at UNMC. Discounted early registration ends 8/31. Learn more and register at: go.unmc.edu/c4wp
Microscope in front of computer screens
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
IPID student Amanda Fernandes has successfully defended her PhD dissertation, "A humanized microglial mouse model for investigating neuroHIV, brain viral reservoirs, and neurobehavioral dysfunction." Congratulations, Dr. Fernandes!
Amanda Fernandes
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Undergraduate students gained laboratory experience and learned more about research career options: go.unmc.edu/4anr
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Students gain laboratory experience in summer programs
Eleven undergraduate students have spent their summer working and learning in our department’s laboratories.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Providing blood transfusions at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center in Kearney is one way we're bringing more comprehensive cancer care to patients across Nebraska. Learn more in this Nebraska Medicine story: tinyurl.com/3d3xws57
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Nebraska Medicine NOW
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Dr. Peter Iwen, who retired this summer, looks back on his 48-year career at UNMC: go.unmc.edu/3dzk
Peter Iwen holding award
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
UNMC to host fourth annual Medical Student Research Showcase www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC to host fourth annual Medical Student Research Showcase
Event will be held on Aug. 21 at the Davis Global Center.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
All-campus forum set for noon today www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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All-campus forum set for noon today
UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, and guests will discuss the university's budget and planning processes.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Dr. Hamill named director of UNMC Office of Graduate Studies  www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Dr. Hamill named director of UNMC Office of Graduate Studies
A self-described systems builder, Bridget Hamill, PhD, began the role July 6.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Harold M. Maurer, MD, remembered as visionary leader, builder www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Harold M. Maurer, MD, remembered as visionary leader, builder
The former UNMC chancellor left his mark in more ways than one.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Cancer center earns national ranking from U.S. News www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Cancer center earns national ranking from U.S. News
The ranking places the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center among the nation's top programs for treating complex cancer cases.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🎉 No. 1 hospital for the 15th straight year  www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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No. 1 hospital for the 15th straight year
U.S. News & World Report named Nebraska Medical Center the state's top hospital again, with multiple programs earning national rankings.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
IPID doctoral student Mojisola Ogunnaike has successfully defended her dissertation, "Multi-mechanistic treatment approaches for hepatitis B and malaria." Congratulations, Dr. Ogunnaike!
Mojisola Ogunnaike
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
We wish Kirk Hansen all the best as he heads into retirement after 15 years here as RPS director. Left, he receives a service award from Dr. Aleh Bobr, RPS medical director. Right, a retirement reception for him with friends and colleagues; Dr. Joseph Khoury, our department chair, with Hansen.
Kirk Hansen, left, holding service award, and Dr. Aleh BobrSeveral tables filled with people on a covered patioDr. Joseph Khoury, left, and Kirk Hansen
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Register now for Wellbeing and Engagement challenge www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Registration is open for the second antimicrobial peptide conference, a free, 1-day Zoom event on Oct. 19. This is a great opportunity to hear from leading figures in antimicrobial peptide research from around the world. Learn more and register here: go.unmc.edu/tyr9
Four representative 3D structures of antimicrobial peptides
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
UNMC postdocs boost the institution's research mission www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC postdocs boost the institution's research mission
Surveys undertaken by the UNMC Office of Postdoctoral Education highlight postdoc's research contributions and experiences in the program.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
We are looking forward to it!
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Nominations open for 2027 Impact in Education Awards www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Nominations open for 2027 Impact in Education Awards
The awards are the highest education-related awards conferred by UNMC; nominations will close Aug. 9.
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Nebraska Center for Integrated Biomolecular Communication Symposium 2026 📅Monday, August 3, 2026 🏫Nebraska Union / 1400 R St, Swanson Auditorium, 2nd Floor / Lincoln, NE 68588 Register here: tinyurl.com/4xb8tth6
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UNMC Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology @unmc-pathmicro.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Leaders cut ribbon on UNMC Residences www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Leaders cut ribbon on 'amazing' UNMC Residences
UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, told the audience at Friday's ribbon cutting that the new student housing will help UNMC students thrive in their education.
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