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What happens to the body in extreme heat?
Lyndsey Darrow, professor of epidemiology at the School of Public Health is helping us stay heat safe during Hot August Nights
What happens to bull riders' brains?
Concussion expert Nicholas Murray explains the invisible injury they face
How is a UNR Med lab helping to build a global defense against melioidosis?
Paul Brett’s lab leads pioneering work in melioidosis research, diagnostics and vaccine development through cross-continental collaboration
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University of Nevada, Reno researchers use the popular Lamoille Canyon recreation area to dig deeper into wildfires’ possible effects on water quality and wildlife
The Reynolds School of Journalism goes global
Students travel internationally to cover world events and cutting-edge research
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The Reynolds School of Journalism goes global
Students travel internationally to cover world events and cutting-edge research
From rural roots to statewide impact
Adam Serfoss’ journey in health care and advocacy, from witnessing health disparities in rural Nevada to making change as a physician assistant student, veteran and future educator
Mother. Veteran. Future PA. Lauren Bell’s journey to medicine
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From Fallon to Hawai‘i: Online MPH alumnus Caden Salois plants seeds of sustainability
Caden Salois ‘21, ‘25 MPH, MASUST, believes in the power of breadfruit so deeply he has a tattoo of one
