News: Office of Economic Development

man posing in lab
Research |

A polymer created by a longtime chemistry professor can lower the risk of fires when used as a component of lithium-ion batteries.

four students at promo table
Campus News |

More internships on the horizon for students interested in sports entertainment careers, thanks to a privately funded program.

Ph.D. engineering graduate George William Kajjumba is hooded during the Spring 2022 commencement ceremony
Campus News |

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

UNLV Engineering team's robot shaking hands with student
Campus News |

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

lithium mine pools with mountains in background
Research |

With a rich store of lithium in our lands, the state has a chance to capitalize on the ever-growing demand for clean energy. Here’s how we can ensure this boom doesn’t go bust.

group stands before ribbon at ceremony
Business and Community |

The UNLV Libraries Patent & Trademark Resource Center, Powered by Switch hosted a grand opening Nov. 15.

point-of-sale machine screen with finger pointing at "security"
Business and Community |

Students gain workforce-ready training and experience for much-in-demand cybersecurity jobs.

 
individual working on HVAC system
Business and Community |

UNLV joins with other major universities in the West to create a collaborative hub to assist researchers in commercializing their work and to promote economic development.
 

a female student sits in the grass by a tree reading a book
Campus News |

A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.

2022 U.N.L.V. Spring Commencement Ceremony for the Graduate College.  May 13, 2022 (Josh Hawkins/UNLV)
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

U.N.L.V. Football players entering Allegiant Stadium
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

U.N.L.V. students pose with check after winning innovation challenge
Campus News |

UNLV launches new challenge for Rebels with an entrepreneurial eye, encourages interdisciplinary problem-solving.