Articles by Kevin Dunegan
Dentists Get Cracking on the Stem Cell Front
UNLV researchers developed a method for extracting tooth root pulp that quadruples the number of stem cells that can be harvested and replicated to treat a variety of medical conditions.
Lunch-Packing Tips for Parents and Students
UNLV dietitian Samantha Coogan on the pros and cons of organic vs. gluten-free, avoiding the afternoon sugar or caffeine crash, and making healthy options fun.
New Face: Janice Pluth
A happy meal toy proved to be a good luck charm for this health physics & diagnostic sciences professor in her NASA endeavors.
New Face: Amy Tongsiri
If this Dental School faculty member had to choose another line of work, she would opt for chocolatier. Shhh! Don't tell the dentist.
Stimulating Parkinson’s Research
Brach Poston's research on electrical stimulation shows promise for Parkinson's patients.
New Face: Rachell Ekroos
A lifelong commitment to help never-served populations is one of the things that drew this nursing professor to her profession.
New Face: Danylle Hitchen
Danylle Hitchen’s “one day at a time motto” guides her through life’s adventures.
New Faces: Benjamin Barborka
This dentist's tip for success is to avoid the temptation to take shortcuts since only persistence and hard work are going to get you where you want to be.
New Faces: Dieu-My Tran
The emphasis on research and achieving Top Tier status drew this nursing professor to UNLV.