Topic: Research

Biochemistry professor Ron Gary
Research | September 2, 2016

Biochemist Ron Gary's enzyme research seeks to defeat cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Research | September 1, 2016

Four UNLV researchers are studying what makes hotel and resort customers tick, then using that knowledge to help industry leaders better serve their patrons.

Desk with skulls and bones on it
Research | September 1, 2016

Debra Martin, winner of the 2015 Harry Reid Silver State Research Award, reveals that the answers about our darkest impulses can sometimes be found within what remains.

Bo Bernhard speaks at a podium
Research | September 1, 2016

Bo Bernhard, executive director of the UNLV International Gaming Institute (IGI), recently joined Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval on his trade mission to Australia to sign a memo-randum of understanding with the University of Sydney.

woman jogging on indoor track
Research | September 1, 2016

Smartwatches that help you track daily steps and heart rate? That’s old hat, according to UNLV researchers who have recently licensed their latest patent for a fitness tracker that makes calorie-counting as easy as taking a picture.

Dr. Carolyn Yucha
Research | September 1, 2016

UNLV President, Dr. Len Jessup and Acting Vice President for Research and Economic Development, Dr. Carolyn Yucha welcomes UNLV Innovation readers to the Fall 2016 issue.

closeup of a runner's shoes
Research | August 24, 2016

UNLV research shows you might need to literally walk a mile in someone's shoes to find the best fit.

silhouette of student walking on campus during sunset
Research | August 23, 2016

Education professor Stefani Relles on how paying for a college education is progressively harder, especially for low-income and minority students.