News: College of Sciences

two stars in space
Research |

To go further and faster than anything before, the Breakthrough Starshot mission will rely on unproven technology.

Two students practice swordfighting
Campus News |

From magic and witchcraft to building robots using Legos, these wild courses can put swordfighters in training and future presidents ready to deal with environmental catastrophe.

sign for "51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Research & Economic Development"
Research |

Thirty-eight faculty will receive a combined $332,270 in seed funding for their research, scholarship, and creative activity.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ logo sign
Research |

Funding from National Institutes of Health will support human genetics research, develop pipeline of scientists working to make Nevada a leader in personalized medicine.

Scott Abella
Research |

Scott Abella and his team of researchers use land near solar power plant to coax desert tortoise population back to health.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ student Kevin Ashi
People |

Aspiring physician Kevin Ashi’s mission to solve global public health challenges is a path paved through life experiences, hard work, and a philosophy built on taking chances.

Sadanand Verma carries the university mace during commencement
People |

Who's the leading the procession at commencement? The ceremony's grand marshal carries the mace as our symbolic protector.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students in caps and gowns celebrating commencement
People |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

Portrait Michael Schwob
Research |

Stepping into the world of research helped one student choose a career, make new friends, and get a head start on the future.

Portrait Hannah Patenaude
Research |

Nevada undergraduate research journal offers 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students the opportunity to promote their research and boost their resumes.

Prof. Kelly Tseng
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ study shows frog embryos can fully regrow their eyes after injury, debunking a belief that they can’t.

young women looking at solar components
Campus News |

The student-led Scientista Foundation chapter is working to close the gender gap in professional STEM fields.