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2012 LOSS Conference to be held in Nebraska

The 2012 LOSS (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) Conference will be held May 31 - June 1, 2012 in Lincoln, Nebraska.  Dr. Frank Campbell, a leading expert in Suicidology along with other experts, will share the lessons learned in years of helping survivors of suicide, how sudden traumatic loss impacts survivors and grief through the different developmental stages.

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Genetically Modified Foods

The purposes of this project were to learn about consumer’s knowledge of genetically modified foods and to determine the relationship between knowledge and willingness to purchase and eat genetically modified foods. In addition, a deliberative discussion was held.

Key Partners
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Departments of Agricultural Economics, Biology, and Plant Pathology

Funding
Self-funded

Related Publications:

Tomkins, A.J. University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. (2005). Consumer Opinions on Genetically Modified Food: A Community Discussion.

In The News
Fears of Genetically Modified Crops Are Unfounded, Panel Says. (2005-08-21). Lincoln Journal Star.
Forum Tries to Spread Word on Modified Foods. (2005-08-21). Omaha World Herald.
Residents to Debate Pros, Cons of Labeling Genetically Modified Foods. (2005-08-18). Lincoln Journal Star.

Lead Contact:
Name: Alan Tomkins
E-mail: atomkins@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-5688