Conference discussions tackled trends in battery technology, workforce and economic development, and future needs for a successful lithium circular economy
Team Mathemusicians takes home $2,000 prize for ‘c-kube,’ a secure storage solution
Pioneering researcher wins highly competitive Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for collaborative international research project
1,000 square-mile test site area in Northern Nevada, first in a series of sites planned for drone research, development, testing
Yoon is creating more accessible neurological treatment options
Mitigating risks associated with pandemic pathogen, high-risk biological agents focus of nearly $870,000 NIH-funded project
Five student teams have 48 hours to design, test and manufacture their prototype products in the downtown Reno build space
Initiative aims to transform the landscape of data science at the University, exploring new academic paths and improving research resources
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Research & Innovation leaders recognized for contributions to Reno-Sparks regional economic development efforts
Student workers share impactful moments and insights from working at the downtown center and plans after graduation
University’s Sponsored Projects Academy is helping research administrators through guidance and education
Helping Native American students succeed in science and health occupations through mentorship and guidance
‘Nevada Lithium Batteries and Other EV Materials Loop’
Students trained to examine interplay of biology and chemistry in NSF-funded program
More than 40 free workshops, speaking and networking events; on track to be largest community-business event ever in Reno
NSF’s EPSCoR RII Track-2 program funds 11 projects in highly-competitive process
From preparing samples for sequencing to hiking trips around Lake Tahoe, this year’s Nevada INBRE program was a great success
Discussions focused on electric, connected and automated vehicles, automotive systems and technology
Award to support initial 24-month process of lithium battery workforce and economic development in Nevada
Graduate students and faculty present research and discuss future plans at Granlibakken Resort in Lake Tahoe
Dr. Violeta Mutafova-Yambolieva and her research group voted 2023 Excellence in Laboratory Safety Award recipient
Team Jirachi takes home $1,500 prize for ‘The Climbin’ Buddy,’ helping make rock climbing more accessible for the visually impaired
de Bettencourt-Dias is one of four newly elected Fellows at the University
Dyer is one of four newly elected Fellows at the University
Through partnership with RTC of Washoe County, a University team is testing the new, first-of-its-kind ‘digital twin’ technology on the streets of Reno
Student researcher Lea Gifford suggests ways in which the Wolf Pack can help make spaces across campus more accessible
The E.L. Cord Foundation Center for Learning and Literacy at the University incorporates robotics into its multimodal literacy framework to facilitate academic success.
$5.3 million, NIH COBRE ‘Phase 3’ award will further advance the mission and impact of the University’s Center for Integrative Neuroscience
...it can make ‘Home Means Nevada’ a reality for more of our graduates than ever before."
Funding awarded through Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development will support development of new NV STEM Workforce Internship program
Through the creation of jobs and internships, (ABTC is) giving new experiences to our students and contributing to the preparedness and diversity of our future scientists and the nation."
Campus-based American Battery Technology Company is one of the 20 manufacturing and processing companies receiving grant awards as part of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
College of Engineering team answers the call – yet again – to design an experimental facility to advance seismic safety and resilience of buildings, structures, systems
The latest College of Engineering capability to create realistic earthquakes in the laboratory will pair with collaborators’ expertise and supercomputing to lead to resilient buildings and infrastructure
With the latest round of this prestigious NSF award, the University’s community of faculty-recipients grows
Biology associate professor receives NSF CAREER Award to investigate health and behavioral effects of light pollution on wild birds
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine research identifies a cause of preterm labor
From students to citizen-scientists – new environmental and forest management activities take hold in the University’s forested, living laboratory, the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area
Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Research mentor Sarah Mitchell, Ph.D., sheds lighton the significance of research regarding marginalized identities
Published research findings point to a possible, more effective treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy-related cardiac failure
Student interns to explore STEAM career opportunities and learn how to become “makers” in the Makerspace
Applications open for accelerator offering connections and $100K investment to high-growth startups
Nicole Choma reflects on how experiences in undergraduate research, marching band and other scholarly activities have enhanced her college journey
Mae Gustin sets example for prioritizing student safety in labs with chemicals
An all-time high of 13 student-awardees affiliated with the University of Nevada, Reno receive the prestigious NSF fellowship
University awarded full reaccreditation from the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Care International
NSF EPSCoR investment will increase capacity for wildland fire research, education, and workforce development
UNR School of Medicine Professor Scott Earley’s leading edge research achieves breakthroughs in cell signaling and ion channel regulation
Latest collaboration brings new R&D venture to campus, opportunities to students and economic development to Nevada
Faculty mentors and student awardees provide insight to the rewarding experience of University-supported research, scholarly and creative activities
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine professor joins with colleagues to review the cellular-level, ion-channel science for top-ranked Physiological Reviews
Dedicated teamwork and resource-efficient initiatives secured the American Chemical Society award for the second time
Sydney Fields won best poster award at her first conference, The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society 2022 Annual Meeting & Exhibition
Engin Arslan’s research will bolster next-generation, data intensive applications by designing a new scalable and reliable data transfer framework.
Team Starfruit takes home $1000 check prize for their invention that helps address wildfire crisis
College of Engineering Professor Feng Yan receives 2022 Regents Rising Researcher award
University launches Nevada Autonomous to continue and strengthen Nevada’s national leadership role in autonomous testing
Pack Research Experience Program and valuable faculty mentorship provide opportunities for first-year pre-med student to get out of her comfort zone
As tick-borne diseases rise in prevalence in the U.S. and worldwide, University of Nevada, Reno researcher and collaborators make noteworthy discovery
Collaborations between researchers, University students, community partners and legislators make change in drug policies possible
University faculty and student mentors work with young team to build robotics skills, confidence and literacy
In honor of National Mentoring Month, six faculty members reflect on what it means to be an impactful mentor to undergraduate researchers
Both Universities recieved R1 status in 2018
Several University programs organize new collaborative symposium to showcase work of more than 100 undergraduate students
With conclusion of the fall 2021 program, 112 faculty and staff have completed the University’s Sponsored Projects Academy
University President and guest speakers encourage culture of safety to mitigate hazards and avoid dangerous accidents
Pack Research Experience Program and TRIO STEM Scholars offer mentorship and sense of belonging to sophomore pre-med student
By administering tests, conducting research, providing information and more, this University-campus-based lab fills a leadership role in state’s COVID-19 response
Team led by School of Public Health Assistant Professor Li Li aims to improve understanding of pollutant exposure from chemicals in our environment
Nevada becomes 39th state to create multi-agency unit to serve research and conservation of wildlife, fisheries and habitats
University ecologist continues critical, collaborative research into more effective forest management techniques despite setbacks
Bees4Vets, a nonprofit run by University-connected husband and wife, assists veterans and first responders living with PTSD or TBI
With support from Tesla and EDAWN, unique University facility for robotics-based education and competition teams will strengthen the path to degrees, careers and workforce development
Joint research efforts will tackle important science and technology challenges ranging from climate change and water resources to sustainable energy and national security
8 awardees representing 4 colleges/school receive NSF’s prestigious award in support of early-career success and continued development
UNR School of Medicine’s Scott Earley – the 2021 Regents’ Mid-Career Researcher of the Year – leads an impressive research program achieving breakthrough discoveries in ion channel regulation
118 undergraduate students across a variety of disciplines and Nevada higher education institutions presented their research projects virtually
Research will advance heat-transfer solutions for microchip and laser technologies through improved nanoscale engineering
Through research and teaching assistant professor of physics explores Earth’s life-sustaining processes using quantum computation to describe chemical reactions
Professor Thomas Bell receives prestigious award for his numerous scientific accomplishments.
Jennifer Pearson’s research on tobacco and cannabis policies works toward positive public health impact
Through commercialization, University faculty can find ways to transform their work into a marketable product or service that benefits society
In 1908, James Church’s interest in snow and the mountains led to the invention of the snow sampler, a device that greatly advanced the development of snow science
Offering equipment, resources and support – plus its first ever Makerthon – this well-equipped space encourages creation and real-world learning
University of Nevada, Reno genomics and microbiology research gives snapshot from March to June 2020 of SARS-CoV-2 and regional introduction of an unusual mutation
Video highlights technology and thought-leadership behind ALERTWildfire, developed through the Nevada Seismological Laboratory
Assistant Professor Caitlin Earley earns award to support her work on ancient Maya captives
As lead mentor for this community-based robotics team, Kerry Thompson helps students develop important life-skills such as teamwork, communication and more
Southside Studio becomes home to robotics-based education and competition teams, strengthening the path to degrees and careers
With the help of a mentor, undergraduate students can apply for paid research opportunities
Philanthropist and scientist Mick Hitchcock, Ph.D. continues to support scientific progress and research capacity
At a critical moment for small technology-based businesses in our state, the Knowledge Fund has identified the SAGE program as an ideal partner to substantially improve small technology-based businesses’ access to federal SBIR and STTR grant opportunities."
GOED Knowledge Fund grant will connect technology companies statewide to federal Small Business Innovation research grants
University of Nevada, Reno engineering researchers have expanded a network of LiDAR sensors to improve traffic efficiency, reduce accidents and facilitate the use of autonomous vehicles.
The University’s downtown hub of entrepreneurialism and collaboration celebrates its 5th anniversary
Nevada Industry Excellence joins with collaborators to offer free certification program to prepare workers who have been laid-off for available jobs
New Graduate Research Fellowship, online reservations and more signal vision and energy for the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area
Fighting the pandemic: University of Nevada, Reno research effort continues with early, genomics-based evidence of reinfection
College of Engineering leads wastewater environmental surveillance in the Truckee Meadows
Celebrating the impressive record of scientific advancements, funding and mentorship of Kent Sanders, Nevada’s 2020 Distinguished Researcher
With support from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, University’s applied R&D center has drawn more than $43 million to Nevada and now welcomes 3 new businesses
Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium pivots to virtual with project presentations from a variety of disciplines, from STEM to the social sciences, arts and humanities
The University’s 2020 Outstanding Researcher award recognizes the amazing discoveries, scientific contributions and career of Geoff Blewitt
A community network coordinated by the Innevation Center Makerspace has made more than 750 gowns to help meet the regional need for PPE
University’s Nevada Genomics Center joins with State Health Lab and School of Medicine researchers to advance scientific knowledge of novel coronavirus through DNA sequencing
Regional innovation ecosystem supports international cohort of companies through Innevation Center-hosted bootcamp
Framework reflects national movement to share COVID-19 related intellectual property to support rapid development of treatments and diagnostics
COVID-19 response shows capability of flagship software product developed by Innevation Center member company
Researchers, faculty and staff respond to the call for resources and deploy makerspace resources to support our healthcare heroes
The latest prestigious early-career awards will advance research in wildfire-smoke forecasting, battery performance and understanding brain function
Tanya Kelley named to guide the range of programs and services to encourage pursuit of research, scholarly and creative activities by undergraduates
Nevada Industry Excellence’s new industry-led, economic initiative selected to receive Google.org Impact Challenge Nevada grant funding
Impact Challenge Nevada is under way: vote online by Nov. 26 for Nevada Industry Excellence or Nevada Small Business Development Center!
Program better connects individuals to the bigger picture: the administrative processes, network and impact of the research enterprise
Patented technology by College of Engineering faculty member may have application in clinical testing and bioassay processes
Innevation Center member-company achieves unmanned-aircraft-technology milestone, plus is named to CNBC’s Upstart 100 list
Two School of Medicine laboratories are University’s first to participate in program that helps deliver discoveries to the marketplace
As national public-television show hits the air and the Internet, the experiential, makerspace culture continues to take hold on the University of Nevada, Reno campus
SAGE, the Sierra Accelerator for Growth and Entrepreneurship, encourages small business development for innovation research and technology transfer
University of Nevada, Reno rated one of U.S. News & World Report's “Best National Universities” for ten years running
University Economic Development Association’s 2019 Annual Summit convenes in downtown Reno Sept. 29-Oct. 2; projected to draw 250 attendees
With a new director and nearly 200 jobs created, the University of Nevada, Reno Innevation Center—Powered By Switch looks ahead
His career studying and improving engineering of bridges now shifts to building connections to resources, opportunities, colleagues