News: College of Sciences

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After the construction market falters, former college dropout shines in astrophysics.
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Scientists link fate of Mesoamerican civilizations to climate change

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Biology lecture leads to dramatic diagnosis for an ailing grandfather 1,300 miles away.
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Biology and Honors College graduate Emily Tamadonfar was the recipient of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's 100,000th degree.

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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ biologist Dennis Bazylinski and international research team first to isolate and grow greigite-producing bacterium; Findings in Dec. 23 issue of Science

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Who says research is just for faculty? Meet six of the many 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students who know that research is the best way to learn their disciplines, build their skills, and change the world.

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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Science and Engineering Building is open for business – the business of conducting world-class research. Step inside and find out why some are calling it the most important structure built on campus since the university was established more than 50 years ago.

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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Astrophysicist Bing Zhang Part of International Team to Detail New Phenomenon In Aug. 25 Issue Of Nature

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The 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ VISIONS Summer Institute ignites enthusiasm in local elementary teachers about science.

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Innovative Professional Development Partnership Seeks to Boost Science Content Knowledge in Teachers and Improve Student Achievement

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Meet some of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's graduates who were recognized at commencement for their academic achievements, community outreach, and ability to overcome adversity.

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A team of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and UNR researchers have devised a new model for how Nevada’s gold deposits formed, which may help in exploration efforts for new gold deposits.