Research & Innovation

Searching for understanding through elephants

Undergraduate researcher, Avery Nicholas, evaluates how anthropology and ecology work together to provide solutions for Human-Elephant Conflict

In the Sri Lankan grasslands, University of Nevada, Reno undergraduate student researcher Avery Nicholas (middle), interviews a Sri Lankan worker (left), with translation assistance from a staff member with the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society (right).
Jan. 13, 2026
Research & Innovation

From economics to policy: Student research bridges disciplines

Undergraduate researcher, Gabrielle Blunier, examines Nevada’s sex trafficking policies through an economic lens

Student in front of a research poster speaking to an attendee.
May 8, 2026
Media & Society

Journalism students awarded over $188,000 in scholarships

The Reynolds School of Journalism celebrated the outstanding academic achievements of its students at the annual Savitt Awards Banquet

A group of students gather on stage after receiving awards.
May 7, 2026
Research & Innovation

New plastic film recycling receptacles arrive on campus

Environmental Health & Safety now offers support for recycling the most popular single-use plastic

A recycling receptacle and sign in front of an open office door.
Jan. 22, 2026

Renovated Microbiome Undergraduate Boot Camp returns to Northern Nevada in January, Southern Nevada in March

Students gain real-world experience in biomedical data science

Four Women wearing lab coats and posing for a picture outside
Dec. 12, 2025
Campus Life & Athletics

Nevada Esports: A look inside one of the largest clubs at the University of Nevada, Reno

Student-led gaming community that doubles as a competitive collegiate team

Group photo of Nevada Esports cub leaders and advisors.
Dec. 11, 2025
Research & Innovation

A once in a lifetime undergraduate research experience aboard an ocean vessel

Hiroka Winter reflects on the power of stepping out of her comfort zone and earning her sea legs

Hiroka Winter stands smiling on the deck of the research vessel with the ocean and sun behind her
Nov. 7, 2025
Research & Innovation

One synapse at a time

From sleeping finches to the neurons of fruit flies, 3-time undergraduate research awardee speaks on the impact of curiosity

Person sitting, looking through a microscope.
Nov. 6, 2025
Research & Innovation

Biosafety module update empowers lab personnel with new approach

Environmental Health & Safety offers extended content to address the how and why of safety concerns

A student and two instructors look over a glowing spill using a black light.
Sept. 24, 2025