Mechanical engineering professor Carl Nelson's fascination with the mechanics of human motion led him to a collaboration with Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital that could have world-reaching potential. Continue reading…
Chemistry professor Xiao Cheng Zeng has been named the 2011 recipient of the Midwest Award from the American Chemical Society's St. Louis section. The annual honor recognizes a scientist who has made contributions to the advancement of chemistry. He will receive the award in October. Continue reading…
Gerard Magliocca, from Indiana University School of Law, will speak about his book, "The Tragedy of William Jennings Bryan," at noon, Sept. 20 in the College of Law's Hamann Auditorium. Faculty, staff and students can bring their own lunch and learn about Bryan. Continue reading…
The NU State Museum's Sunday with a Scientist program will explore plant science, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Sept. 18 at Morrill Hall. The event, "Feeding the World in the 21st Century," will feature hands-on activities led by researchers from the UNL Center for Plant Science Innovation. Continue reading…
College of Engineering alumnus Don Voelte and his wife, Nancy Keegan, chair of the University of Nebraska Foundation’s board of directors, have given a $5 million campaign gift to UNL. In recognition of their gift, UNL's Nanoscience Metrology Facility will be named in their honor. Continue reading…
The UNL chapter of Phi Beta Delta, the honor society that recognizes international achievements, is seeking membership nominations for faculty, staff and students by Sept. 30. Eligibility guidelines and nomination forms are available online. An induction ceremony is planned for November. Continue reading…
John Turturro's music documentary "Passione" opens today at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center. Also continuing to show is "The Guard," a film about two mismatched police guards who take on an international drug ring. Both show through Sept. 22. Continue reading…