News: Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
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UNLV graduate and undergraduate student groups awarded $65,000 to help develop business plans.
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UNLV employees recently were honored at the 2012 Academic Recognition Ceremony with systemwide and universitywide awards for notable research, teaching, and service.
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Projects Include High Altitude Wind Turbines, Interactive Dressing Rooms and Turning Air into Drinking Water
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UNLV Safe Community Partnership, UNLV Transportation Research Center address safety of the walking public
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Who says research is just for faculty? Meet six of the many UNLV students who know that research is the best way to learn their disciplines, build their skills, and change the world.
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UNLV’s Science and Engineering Building is open for business – the business of conducting world-class research. Step inside and find out why some are calling it the most important structure built on campus since the university was established more than 50 years ago.
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The association honors graduates and supporters for their professional accomplishments and service to the university.
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No idea too big or small, Rebel entrepreneurs have more than business “plans.”
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Woosoon Yim's work focuses on smart materials and the control of dynamic machines. That means things that move in reaction to their environments. That means robots.
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Meet some of UNLV's graduates who were recognized at commencement for their academic achievements, community outreach, and ability to overcome adversity.