The problems facing our world and how UNLV helped find solutions.

A long-duration gamma-ray burst observed in late 2021 revealed signatures typically associated with short-duration bursts, forcing puzzled scientists to create a new model for the origin of this unique burst.

UNLV analysis challenges the idea that ocean ecosystems have barely changed over millions of years, pointing scientists down a new path on conservation efforts and policy.

UNLV-led research seeks ways to fold virtual class-inspired feature into post-pandemic return to in-person STEM instruction.

A team of UNLV scientists is researching how we can support extended space travel with oxygen and food needs for people.

UNLV geoscientists Libby Hausrath and Arya Udry dish on latest Perseverance rover data, and provide peek at upcoming research.

Record of past volcanic eruptions — and potential hazards to health — revealed by low water levels at dwindling local tap source.

UNLV astrophysicist Zhaohuan Zhu among featured speakers at international conference at M Resort May 1-6; more than a dozen UNLV faculty and students participating.  

UNLV sport and gender parity researcher Nancy Lough on four ways social media and technology are changing how female athletes, fans interact with each other, sponsors.

Findings could have implications for our understanding of distant, water-rich planets.

UNLV astrophysicist Jason Steffen explains key differences between Webb and Hubble.

UNLV graduate student Kristen Tagaytayan’s research into energy efficiency lands her a NASA fellowship working on space probe technology.