Should I give my kids foods and drinks sweetened with monk fruit?
While generally recognized as safe, the nonnutritive sweetener may cause children to prefer sweeter foods, which can impact their health, wellness and weight
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The University of Nevada, Reno hosted a panel of seismological experts from Kazakhstan. They toured one of the most advanced earthquake labs in the United States at the University. - KOLO 8 News - New Wolf Pack map available for University of Nevada, Reno students
The map allows you to click on buildings to see what they look like, as well as descriptions of buildings and shortcuts to classes. - News 4 - ASUN President Dawson Deal discusses the benefits of taking public transportation as a student
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The investment will help meet the demand for innovators, Google Cloud, and other digital products. – KOLO 8 News
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Aspartame: Is it safe for kids?
This additive is used to make food and drinks taste sweet without adding a lot of extra calories. As you decide what’s best for you and your family, consider these points
Ask the Professor: How does the Olympic torch stay lit, even in the rain?
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Tricia Braxton takes on role to increase the reach of Extension programming
Extension hires senior coordinator of partnerships, programs and people engagement
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Artown on the Quad at the University of Nevada, Reno
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Andrew Waaswa will develop targeted training programs to support agricultural producers
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Sagebrushers season 3 ep. 10: Lilley Museum Director Stephanie Gibson
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University of Nevada, Reno hosts their second annual Latinx Parent Welcome ‘Mi Casa es su Casa’
The event celebrates the Latinx community and is an opportunity for families to connect with the University
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University of Nevada, Reno signs agreements with two universities in Italy
The international collaborations focus on sustainability, student research and the study of lakes