Nebraska Cures

Boys Town researchers are recruiting for a groundbreaking Alzheimer's study using advanced brain imaging to catch the disease earlier than ever before. Curious if you or a loved one could be part of the next breakthrough?

Learn more: https://nebraskacures.com/alzheimers/

Research advances mental health care policy that supports holistic well-being.

For a quarter century, Nebraska Cures has backed research that informs evidence-based mental health strategies and legislation, improving access, outcomes, and overall well-being across Nebraska.

Make a $25 donation today to become a Science Advocate at nebraskacures.com/donate.

Could a Nebraska-developed vaccine help stop the next flu pandemic before it starts? UNL researcher Dr. Eric Weaver has received a $4 million NIH grant to advance a universal flu vaccine designed to protect against multiple high-risk avian influenza strains.

Read more: https://nebraskacures.com/weaver-flu-pandemics

Don't forget to join us next week for Coffee & Connection at the Girl Scout DreamLab!

Tell us you are coming by registering -> https://www.nebraskawomeninstem.com/coffee-connection-omaha

Nebraska Cures is heading to Kearney to honor one of central Nebraska's greatest champions for health and research. As the longest-serving chancellor in University of Nebraska history, Doug Kristensen spent 22 years expanding healthcare education in rural Nebraska — including helping bring the health sciences programs that now serve hundreds of students to UNK's campus.

Join us August 20 as we celebrate our 25th anniversary and recognize Doug as our Life Saver honoree.

Regional Engagement Center | 4:30–6pm | $75

https://nebraskacures.com/event/summer-tribute-reception/

Nebraska researchers are unlocking how HPV infects cells — and what that means for future treatments.

Learn about it here: https://nebraskacures.com/hpv-research/

Research promotes and prioritizes maternal and child health.

Nebraska Cures advocates for biomedical research focused on the health of mothers and children. Supporting this research is an investment in stronger families, healthier communities, and Nebraska’s future.

Learn more about our 25-year legacy at nebraskacures.com/celebrate25.

Last year, researchers across more than 40 labs on Boys Town’s campus produced measurable results and real-world advances for families in Omaha and around the world.

Read their year in review:
https://nebraskacures.com/2025-boys-town-research-in-review/

Nominations are now open for the newly expanded Nebraska Women in STEM Awards!

We are proud to relaunch our awards program with six award categories recognizing the women making an impact across STEM fields in Nebraska.

From emerging leaders and innovators to educators and community champions, these awards celebrate the many ways women are shaping the future of STEM in our state.

Award recipients will be honored at our Celebrating Nebraska Women in STEM Luncheon October 29, creating a dedicated opportunity to spotlight and celebrate their accomplishments.

Know someone deserving of recognition? Submit a nomination today!

https://www.nebraskawomeninstem.com/awards/

Nominations close July 10.

UNMC researchers have identified a previously unknown biological mechanism that causes optic nerve damage in glaucoma patients with normal eye pressure — a breakthrough that could reshape how the disease is understood and treated, and may have implications for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS as well.

https://nebraskacures.com/glaucoma-research/