News: School of Life Sciences
Sometimes they find that by helping others, they also help themselves.
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College of Sciences Alumnus of the Year Kenneth Bruce Jones found a mentor during a game of three-on-three.
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Location, environment — and one superb teacher — inspired Riddle to get into the field of biogeography.
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UNLV researchers explore how plant genes, food rescue, and financial savvy could help feed humankind.
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A round up of news briefs from the fall 2018 issue of UNLV Magazine.
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Hop on over to this Instagram account for a biologist’s take on science and art.
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Funding from National Institutes of Health will support human genetics research, develop pipeline of scientists working to make Nevada a leader in personalized medicine.
Scott Abella and his team of researchers use land near solar power plant to coax desert tortoise population back to health.
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Aspiring physician Kevin Ashi’s mission to solve global public health challenges is a path paved through life experiences, hard work, and a philosophy built on taking chances.
UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
UNLV study shows frog embryos can fully regrow their eyes after injury, debunking a belief that they can’t.
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The student-led Scientista Foundation chapter is working to close the gender gap in professional STEM fields.