News: Department of Geoscience
News stories from the summer featuring UNLV students and faculty.
Discovery of abundant, diverse range of remains give scientists new lens on historical underwater ecosystem changes and potential future conservation strategies.
News highlights featuring UNLV faculty and students who made local and national headlines.
UNLV geologists name ancient rock layer after Las Vegas mountain that contains similar strata; research published in the journal Geosphere.
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A roundup of news stories highlighting UNLV faculty and students who made headlines locally, nationally, and globally.
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A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, new collaborations, and academic achievement.
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Groundbreaking discovery was the norm for Rebel researchers in 2022. Here's a selection of our favorite news-making UNLV research highlights from the year.
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A roundup of students and faculty whose innovation and expertise made news headlines.
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With a rich store of lithium in our lands, the state has a chance to capitalize on the ever-growing demand for clean energy. Here’s how we can ensure this boom doesn’t go bust.
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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.
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A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV students and faculty who made headlines locally, regionally, and internationally.
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A team of UNLV scientists is researching how we can support extended space travel with oxygen and food needs for people.