Elise Pearlstine — wildlife biologist, perfumer, author, alumna — discusses the complex and storied relationship between humans and fragrant plants in her newest book.

A polymer created by a longtime chemistry professor can lower the risk of fires when used as a component of lithium-ion batteries.

Student achievements including competition wins, a science fellowship first, and new innovations splashed local and national news headlines in 2022.

Vice President for Research David Hatchett's first goal is hiring more staff to make it easier for faculty to get grant funding.

A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV experts who made headlines locally, nationally, and around the world.

Here's how UNLV's radiochemistry program is building a diverse workforce for the nation's nuclear energy sector.

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

Ukraine native, chemist, and policy researcher Mary Blankenship explains how one aspect of the Russia-Ukraine war is being fought online, on TV, and on social media platforms.

Organic chemistry undergraduate Citlally Lopez strives to diversify science.

Estudiante universitaria de química orgánica Citlally aspira diversificar la ciencia.

Katherine Luebke’s success in UNLV’s radiochemistry doctoral program stems from a lifelong passion for the niche area of study. 

Doctoral student Melissa Schofield stepped out of her bubble to explain her work with bacteria and build connections with other students.