News: College of Sciences

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Campus News |

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

Dr. Simon Jowitt, an associate professor in 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's College of Geoscience.
Business and Community |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ economic geologist Simon Jowitt tells us about the future of lithium battery production, green energy, and how American self-sustainability hinges on Nevada.

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Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s College of Sciences introduces a new degree program aimed at ensuring students complete their degree. 

Carla Madelaire smiles as she gives a presentation.
People |

Carla Madelaire’s research on how animals cope with environmental challenges wins her the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Office of Postdoctoral Affairs’ inaugural award.

 

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Research |

Newly published research builds on team’s landmark 2020 discovery of a room-temperature superconductor by replicating results with even greater efficiency. 

Remember sculptor Claes Oldenburg who created U.N.L.V.'s iconic Flashlight sculpture this month.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting university experts’ insights on and contributions to health, environment, and society.

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Research |

Scholarships and career-readiness support help talented students succeed at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and beyond.

Lake Mead
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ experts who made headlines locally, nationally, and around the world.

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Research |

Qiang Zhu receives NSF CAREER Award for his work to guide the development of organic materials important to energy and memory storage.

 

man working with microscope
Research |

Here's how 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's radiochemistry program is building a diverse workforce for the nation's nuclear energy sector.

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Research |

Nicotine impacts bone health — upping chance of wrist, spine, other breaks by nearly 40%.

2022 U.N.L.V. Spring Commencement Ceremony for the Graduate College.  May 13, 2022 (Josh Hawkins/51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ)
Campus News |

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