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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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Why is it so difficult for survivors to leave abusive relationships?

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Associate Professor Pamela B. Payne explains the complex realities survivors face when trying to leave

Ask the Professor: Meeting the challenges of aging in Nevada

Katie Ehlman, Ph.D., joins the School of Public Health as the Judith A. Sugar Endowed Professor in Gerontology

Chronic kidney disease: what causes it and what you can do to slow it

Silent but serious, kidney disease can be prevented and managed

What do food label dates really mean?

Understanding food labels: smart pantries, safe dishes

Top Stories

University of Nevada, Reno launches artificial intelligence initiative, PACK AI

Effort will ensure students have competencies to compete in the global workforce

Vladimir Pravosudov named Regents’ Outstanding Researcher

Pravosudov’s research on chickadees has led to fascinating insights about bird cognition

Latest News

Bears resort to rummaging through our food supplies when late-spring frosts destroy their natural food sources

University of Nevada, Reno researchers use database created by students and alums in the 1990s that sheds light on bear behavior and population to help guide area’s bear management strategies

New book takes a deep dive into the interplay between science and public policy at Lake Tahoe

The publication documents the role of the critical findings on climate change and their impacts on decision making about environmental policy at the lake

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine educator honored as Healthcare Hero

Gillian Moritz, Ph.D. recognized by Nevada Business Magazine for contributions to medical education

Editor's Picks

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Will my high screen time harm my executive function?

Research suggests that screen time isn’t as harmful to working memory in digital natives

Sagebrushers season 4 ep. 5: Combating Nevada’s nursing shortage

Orvis School of Nursing Dean Charlie Yingling and Associate Dean Shannon Richard discuss preparing students for nursing in urban and rural settings

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the University of Nevada, Reno

Event highlights celebrating histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities