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At the edge of innovation: How Edgeworks is reimagining science, storytelling and STEM education
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, a team of artists, technologists and researchers is transforming the understanding of science and storytelling. Based at the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, Edgeworks is creating immersive tools that merge design and data, ranging from virtual farms to quantum simulations, reshaping education and research across disciplines.
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Student-led window cleaning business wins $15,000 at the New Venture Competition
The Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship hosted the final round of a two-day, bracket-style competition earlier this week. Narrowed down from 64 teams of UNL students, four finalists pitched their business plans on stage to a panel of judges in pursuit of the $15,000 grand prize.
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Food and water security focus of the 2025 Water for Food Global Conference at UNL
The event is run by the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska and is scheduled from April 28 to May 2 in Lincoln. The conference is focused on tackling global food and water security. Registration for in-person attendance is due April 4.
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Israeli-U.S. MedTech startup returns to Omaha roots with Right at Home partnership
An Israeli MedTech startup is partnering with an Omaha-based in-home care franchise to help patients with chronic respiratory diseases manage their condition at home. RespirAI Medical and Right at Home received significant grant funds to continue development on an AI-powered wearable device for COPD patients. The startup’s technology stems from research that originated at UNO.
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Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship seeking nominations for Entrepreneur Awards until March 24
The Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship at UNL is accepting nominations for its annual awards celebration honoring entrepreneurs, advocates, students and faculty. Public nominations close March 24.
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UNeMed shares accomplishments of a record-breaking 2024 and outlook for 2025
The technology and commercialization office for UNMC and UNO detailed a record number of patents issued in its 2024 annual report, on top of significant milestones from university-affiliated startups. UNeMed President and CEO Michael Dixon shared additional developments since the report was released, including goals and challenges for the upcoming year.
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Researchers at UNO receive grant to study how AI can improve critical thinking in online learners
Research through the UNO STEM TRAIL center is exploring how AI can encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills among undergraduate students taking online classes. The two-year project is in its early stages and is powered by a $400k grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
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Bellevue University teams up with AWS Cloud Institute to launch cloud computing careers
Bellevue University is offering course credit hours toward a full degree to those completing their certification in cloud computing through Amazon Web Services’ AWS Cloud Institute. Leaders from both organizations see it as a way to train workers in needed skill sets.
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‘It feels like science died’: Proposed federal funding slash leaves NU leaders, researchers reeling
Elon Musk and other new Trump administration officials say top research universities are ripping off taxpayers. NU leaders say they stand to lose $27 million in research funding, and would do less cancer and heart research and lay off staff.
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SCC’s new Sandhills Global Technology Center set to tackle tech workforce gaps in Nebraska
Southeast Community College (SCC) in Lincoln opened its new facility for biotechnology, computer information technology, electronic systems and design and drafting programs. The building offers unique opportunities to both students and employers with the goal of filling in-demand technology roles in the state.