News: School of Life Sciences

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Campus News |

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

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Research |

Program helps get undergraduates back into UNLV's labs and centers and working alongside faculty mentors.

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People |

An immigrant herself, Aziza Dhalai says she remembers how scary it can be to arrive in a new country.

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People |

Volunteerism was an essential part of College of Sciences Alumnus of the Year Zane Marshall's career path.

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People |

UNLV School of Dental Medicine names Drs. Jesse Falk and Michael Moody its Alumni of the Year.

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People |

Artist Danielle Eames turns to medical school at age 32.

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People |

UNLV Alumni Association affinity club helps develop networks between students and alumni and build bridges for career development.

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People |

Family COVID diagnoses didn't slow Genesis Krisel Leon's determination to help those underserved in medicine.

Graduates seated in red caps and gown during a previous UNLV commencement
People |

An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as UNLV president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

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Business and Community |

As the pandemic tightened its grip on Nevada, the nation, and the world, UNLV responded in ways big and small. Members of the media also turned to UNLV's faculty experts for answers.

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Research |

A yearlong collection of UNLV faculty making the news for their discoveries and contributions to the community.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the election, COVID-19, and scientific discovery at UNLV.