A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, new collaborations, and academic achievement.

The problems facing our world and how UNLV helped find solutions.

Student achievements including competition wins, a science fellowship first, and new innovations splashed local and national news headlines in 2022.

Groundbreaking discovery was the norm for Rebel researchers in 2022. Here's a selection of our favorite news-making UNLV research highlights from the year. 

International student and biological sciences Ph.D. candidate Santiago Bataller places first in Rebel Grad Slam Competition.

Five UNLV graduates will be recognized by President Keith E. Whitfield during winter commencement for their combination of academic excellence and service to the community.
 

A long-duration gamma-ray burst observed in late 2021 revealed signatures typically associated with short-duration bursts, forcing puzzled scientists to create a new model for the origin of this unique burst.

UNLV programs, faculty, and fellowships help propel student research and future careers in academia.

A roundup of students and faculty whose innovation and expertise made news headlines.

UNLV analysis challenges the idea that ocean ecosystems have barely changed over millions of years, pointing scientists down a new path on conservation efforts and policy.

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.