News: College of Sciences

A laser beam emitting a blue light is projected into a diamond anvil cell
Research |

Findings could have implications for our understanding of distant, water-rich planets.

artist conception of fast radio burst
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New study by international team of scientists identifies polarization as key trait that may reveal the origin of the powerful millisecond-long cosmic radio explosions.  

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ student Mary Blankenship poses for a photo on campus wearing a vyshyvanka, a traditional embroidered Ukrainian blouse
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Ukraine native, chemist, and policy researcher Mary Blankenship explains how one aspect of the Russia-Ukraine war is being fought online, on TV, and on social media platforms.

a teacher and student in a classroom
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A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Student researcher Citlally Lopez works in a chemistry lab
Research |

Estudiante universitaria de química orgánica Citlally aspira diversificar la ciencia.

Student researcher Citlally Lopez works in a chemistry lab
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Organic chemistry undergraduate Citlally Lopez strives to diversify science.

woman posing outdoors on a bench
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Katherine Luebke’s success in 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s radiochemistry doctoral program stems from a lifelong passion for the niche area of study. 

headshot of woman
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The October 1 mass shooting and time spent volunteering with children at a hosptital in Brazil influenced Caroline Le Tohic's career path.

woman posing outdoors by windows
Campus News |

Doctoral student Melissa Schofield stepped out of her bubble to explain her work with bacteria and build connections with other students.

books inside the U.N.L.V. Bookstore
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Artist rending of James Webb telescope in space with stars behind
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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ astrophysicist Jason Steffen explains key differences between Webb and Hubble.

Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine graduates line up to cross the commencement stage
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A collection of 2021 headlines highlighting medical school milestones, a steady stronghold on diversity and research rankings, student success, and media mentions featuring faculty experts.