Articles by Shane Bevell
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The Interview: Jun Yong Kang
The most exciting thing about chemistry? The infinite failures in even the most thoroughly thought-out experiments, the biochemist says.
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The Interview: Brett Riddle
Location, environment — and one superb teacher — inspired Riddle to get into the field of biogeography.
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New Face: Megan Hullinger
This new member of the College of Sciences team sings — both the praises of UNLV and just for fun.
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Look to the Stars
UNLV scientist searches for new information and for ways to explain a complex subject to the everyday folk.
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Quick Take: Once in a Super Blue Blood Moon
Super, blue, and eclipsed: Come Jan. 31, it's three moons in one.
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New Face: Elizabeth Stacy
Excited about UNLV’s diversity and upward trajectory, this new life sciences professor is looking forward to involving more undergraduates in her research.
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New Face: Simon Jowitt
This economic geologist talks about being in a state where the mining industry thrives and about the difficulty of getting his 6-foot 4-inch frame into a running helicopter on rough ground.
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Future Rebels Come to Campus to Learn About Science
Rebel Science Camp uses hands-on learning — and cereal — to get kids involved with STEM education.
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Beakers, Dry Ice, and Laboratory Mice
Chemistry grad Nancy Washton aims to get more girls into science in STEM-focused #SitWithMe campaign.