Articles by Steven Slivka
Physical Therapy Program Offers Northern Nevada Paiute Students a Way to Give Back
After seeing a need for more physical therapists that can serve Native communities, three UNLV students take matters into their own hands.
The Interview: Peter Kaufmann
The associate dean of research in Integrated Health Sciences leans into his own immigrant story to provide others with opportunities.
UNLV Receives Federal Funding to Study Effects of Low Dose Radiation Exposure on Breast Cancer Risk
Three-year grant from U.S. Dept. of Energy will highlight AI-based and experimental learning to understand effects of occupational and medical radiation.
UNLV and Global Alzheimer’s Organization Collaborating to Bring Next-Gen Research to Las Vegas
Entities sign Memorandum of Understanding to cultivate best-in-class clinical research services for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.
UNLV and Desert Radiology Collaborate to Produce More Health Care Professionals
Sparked by the connection of two alumni, the partnership is key to UNLV being the top producer of radiologic technologists in Nevada.
UNLV Receives $3.2 Million Investment to Create Biomarker Observatory for Neurodegenerative Diseases
First-of-its-kind database, supported by Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation, will provide greater access to key data on Alzheimer’s to researchers around the world.
Looking to Boost Your Heart Health? Try a Baked Potato
Nutrition sciences professor Neda Akhavan's recent study suggests spuds as a potential superfood for those with Type 2 diabetes.
Giving Back to Veterans Is a Duty and an Honor for Kinesiology Alumnus
Dr. John Pierce creates a scholarship to support student veterans in UNLV's School of Integrated Health Sciences.
UNLV Experiences Shape Health Physics Alumna’s Journey to Develop New Cancer Treatments
Working in the field of immunotherapy, Amani Makkouk’s career was set in motion by her time as a master’s student in the School of Integrated Health Sciences.