Topic: Research

Pushkin Kachroo
Research | September 3, 2013

Engineering professor Pushkin Kachroo shares his ideas for making transportation around the Valley faster and safer.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Research | September 1, 2013

UNLV President Dr. Neal J. Smatresk and Interim Vice President for Research and Economic Development Dr. Thomas Piechota welcome UNLV Innovation readers to the Winter 2013 issue.

Anjala Krishen talking to students
Research | August 12, 2013

To cut through information clutter, companies like Cirque du Soliel use oppositional advertising to attract your dollars. Marketing professor Anjala Krishen explains the concept.

A man with glasses wearing a light gray patterned polo shirt
Research | August 6, 2013

UNLV physicist Yusheng Zhao earns federal grant to create a more stable, higher performing lithium-ion battery.

Jefferson Kinney
Research | July 29, 2013

Psychology professor Jefferson Kinney picks apart the brain to find the cellular mechanism responsible for Alzheimer's and schizophrenia.

Sheniz Moonie
Research | July 23, 2013

Biostatistician Sheniz Moonie zeroes in on the factors that influence the health of Nevadans, particularly those with asthma.

Two people looking at a variety of hot sauces on a table
Research | July 15, 2013

Researchers find elevated lead levels in some hot sauces imported from Mexico; urge enforceable screening standards.

Member of solar decathalon team
Research | July 10, 2013

Why is UNLV's Solar Decathlon Team going to win the prestigious competition? Hear from members on what sets the team apart.

Jillian Inouye
Research | June 25, 2013

Treating diabetes takes more than medicine. Professor Jillian Inouye explains some of her research into the social and emotional factors at play.

Chefs fixing a gourmet meal
Research | June 18, 2013

Fixing gourmet meals in an ultra-energy-efficient home requires careful consideration of kitchen appliances.