This Week, July 23 - 27, 2012
Scientists first to mimic nature's vital potassium ion channel
An international team of scientists, including chemist Xiao Cheng Zeng, has created what is in effect a nanoscale sieve that is very selective in what it will allow to pass through -- and performs in much the same way as the potassium ion channels that are vital components of virtually all living cells.
It's also the first synthetic nanotube that possesses a uniform diameter, as well as being self-assembling and hydrophobic, characteristics that could lead to industrial and medical breakthroughs. Read more about this discovery in Today@UNL.
Associate Vice Chancellor for Research finalists to visit
Six finalists for two associate vice chancellor for research positions will visit campus in late July and August for interviews and to make public presentations. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend. The first candidate, Schuyler Korban, will make his presentation 3 p.m. July 26 in the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Room 202/Ubuntu Room.
These positions will play major leadership roles in helping UNL achieve its research and economic development growth goals, said Prem S. Paul, vice chancellor for research and economic development. One associate vice chancellor will have campuswide general responsibilities for research development, growth and compliance. The other will focus on physical sciences and other research related to Department of Defense fundable projects. Read more about Korban and this position in Today@UNL.
14th, R intersection closed July 23-27
The 14th and R Street parking lot and other area improvements are progressing. The intersection of 14th and R streets will be closed from July 23-27.
Parking west of the Canfield Administration building and the new 14th and R Street southwest permit parking lot will be accessible from 13th Street. View a full-size illustration of the affected closing area.
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Giesecke announces libraries departure
After 16 years leading UNL Libraries, Joan Giesecke announced July 17 she is stepping down as dean to accept a new administrative assignment.
Giesecke became dean in March 1996 when Kent Hendricksen became associate vice chancellor for information services. She first joined UNL in 1987 as assistant dean for Automation and Technical Services and a year later was promoted to associate dean for Collections and Services. Read more about this change in Today@UNL.
New career counselor will serve UNL alumni
Larry Routh has joined the Nebraska Alumni Association staff as alumni career specialist. He will provide career coaching and resources to University of Nebraska-Lincoln alumni and friends.
"Whenever we ask alumni and friends what they would most value from their alumni association, career development and resources are always at or near the top of the list," NAA Executive Director Diane Mendenhall said. "So we're very excited to offer a service that will potentially make a difference for alumni, friends, our local community and the entire state." Read more about Routh in Today@UNL.
UNL launches Nebraska App
UNL has launched the Nebraska App, a suite of mobile applications that makes essential university resources available on mobile devices. Students can check grades, access course content and browse the course catalog. They can access the public directory and get in touch instantly, keep tabs on Husker sports, find places on the campus map, stay informed with the latest campus news, watch videos, and even listen to podcasts of popular lectures in iTunesU.
"UNL is moving services to the where the students are in terms of devices and network access"," said Mark Askren, Chief Information Officer. "Students now have a much more powerful connection to UNL via their mobile device." Read more about Nebraska App in Today@UNL.
