News: Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences

Brach Poston's research on electrical stimulation shows promise for Parkinson's patients.

One of UNLV's oldest traditions — the Holiday Card Tree Scholarship — is spreading good wishes while raising funds for students like Yen Lu.

The chair of the department of kinesiology and nutrition sciences says his interest in the field sprang from his years as an athlete.

UNLV research shows you might need to literally walk a mile in someone's shoes to find the best fit.

A native Las Vegan on what her degree will mean to her family.

The twins plan to throw themselves into the full college experience.

Advice from Jeremy Cope, School of Allied Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year

She studied finance as an undergrad while playing basketball, but an intense interest in nutrition as a means to improve her game created a path toward her current profession.

Kara Miller is one of a few athletic trainers who accompany the USA Roller Sports’ teams to national and international competitions.

Amputation is a serious threat to people with diabetes. A team of UNLV faculty researchers, entrepreneurial students, and economic development experts is working to bring a better way to prevent the problem to market soon.

Honors College students hit it hard to prepare for a big test: a grueling obstacle course. Along the way, they learn more than they thought possible.

Kids fall all the time, but bouncing back can be trickier when it happens in a hospital. Thanks to an internal grant, UNLV professor Janet Dufek has been able to collaborate with a leading children's hospital to tackle the issue.