Articles by Tony Allen
New Study Reveals Potential Link Between Two of Astronomy’s Most Mysterious Phenomena
International team of scientists reports a possible correlation between gravitational waves from neutron star mergers and fast radio bursts; results could improve understanding of how some deep-space bursts occur.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Study Sheds Light on Ancient Microbial Dark Matter
International team of scientists reveals first in-depth look at Omnitrophota, one of the world’s oldest and tiniest bacteria.
Research in Brief: How Highly Mobile Populations Can Skew Local COVID-19 Wastewater Trends
Researchers track and compare wastewater samples between the Las Vegas Strip and the local community to better estimate visitor impacts to local disease trends.
Takeaways from the 2023 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ State of the University Address
President Keith E. Whitfield emphasizes the ‘joy of learning’ as 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ plans for future growth, modernizes learning strategies, and strengthens community and business connections.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Nursing Online Grad Programs Again Ranked Among Nation’s Best
Online master’s programs in nursing continue U.S. News & World Report rankings rise with two Top 10 placements; bachelor’s program in psychology also cracks Top 20.
Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program Begins Dec. 26 in Southern Nevada
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, community organizations lead partnership to offer 30 valley drop sites; nearly 18,000 trees recycled into mulch for public amenities in 2021.
Deep-Space Discovery: Oddball Gamma-Ray Burst Forces Revision of Theoretical Framework
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.
5 Simple Techniques to Keep Holiday Stress in Check
Wellness expert and medical school professor Anne Weisman shares tips from her mind-body training that anyone can use to de-stress and find balance during the holiday season.
Astronomers Unveil New – and Puzzling – Features of Mysterious Fast Radio Bursts
New study by international team of scientists reveals an evolving, magnetized environment and surprising source location for deep-space fast radio bursts – observations that defy current understanding.