News: College of Sciences
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Vice President for Research David Hatchett's first goal is hiring more staff to make it easier for faculty to get grant funding.
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.
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UNLV economic geologists estimate global supply of tellurium — a metal used for solar panels — and the potential for extracting critical metals from existing mining operations.
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This former Alumni Association president continues to build relationships by connecting Rebels to each other for career development.
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Tricia Evans powered her way into becoming head of mineral resource management for Nevada Gold Mines — with the hopes other Rebels will follow in her footsteps.
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A collection of news stories highlighting research wins, expert insights, and academic achievement.
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UNLV geoscientists Libby Hausrath and Arya Udry dish on latest Perseverance rover data, and provide peek at upcoming research.
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Record of past volcanic eruptions — and potential hazards to health — revealed by low water levels at dwindling local tap source.
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The SeqCode is a universal system, created through collaboration of hundreds of scientists, to formally register and name single-celled microorganisms known as prokaryotes.
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A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
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UNLV economic geologist Simon Jowitt tells us about the future of lithium battery production, green energy, and how American self-sustainability hinges on Nevada.