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The College of Science welcomes the public to engage in our Discover Science Lecture Series, graduate program seminars and other activities and events for curious minds.
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Community Outreach
Science in the Wild | Learn about local research from University graduate students at Lead Dog Brewing
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Academic Lectures and Seminars
GEOG: Prospecting the Photon Frontier: A Political Ecology of Solar Energy Development in the Western United States at Mackay Science
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Academic Lectures and Seminars
Neural Circuits Implicated in Long-Range Color Filling-In at Donald W. Reynolds School of Journalism
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Academic Lectures and Seminars
COBRE NeuroLecture Series: Kenneth Knoblauch at Donald W. Reynolds School of JournalismAcademic seminars and colloquia
Students and faculty at the University are encouraged to attend seminars and colloquia hosted by our academic departments.
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The summer 2024 effort will involve community volunteers and is supported by the National Institutes of Health, NOAA, Climate.gov and Heat Watch
A recently published article outlines the relationship between bee nutrition and flower visits
Student participants join researchers to support international conservation efforts
The free, public event will share information about geothermal energy production in Nevada
Ten students traveled to Montana to show off their traditional mining skills
Graduate student Maddie Lohman and math professor Paul Hurtado are joined by Jevin West
Executive Vice President of Technology and Manufacturing at LanzaTech speaks at Energy Solutions Forum
Associate Professor Chris Rogers receives grant to study symmetry and support historically underrepresented research students
Electrical & Biomedical Engineering Associate Professor Xiaoshan Zhu receives NSF grant for project
Chemical Engineering Associate Professor David Cantu leads DOE-supported project
Discover Science lecturer on Feb. 22 will discuss the institution of science
Donations to the College of Science’s student emergency fund will be matched up to $50,000 thanks to generous alumni
A ‘canary in the coal mine’ for climate change in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Political science professor Elizabeth Koebele is joined by Colby Pellegrino
Interim Nevada State Climatologist Tom Albright reviews the past three months and what it means for the state
The Donath Medal is awarded to a young scientist for outstanding research
Marc Nichol from the Nuclear Energy Institute shares nuclear technology developments
Chemistry student Jesus Diaz Sanchez and chemistry professor Brian Frost are joined by Joe Schwarcz
The goals of the interdisciplinary project are both scientific and educational
Alumni from the College of Science and Mackay School were honored at an event in October
Westfall Scholars honored with a luncheon with faculty mentors, friends and family
"I am a proud advocate and professional mentor in the fields of adolescence and disability."
Historical University commitment to mining continues
“I love science, and what better way to share that love with others than through teaching.”
A new community for Chicano/Hispanic and Native American STEM students officially arrives on campus
Rocks that naturally lay in precarious positions remained upright during an earthquake, surprising seismologists
Colby Pellegrino to discuss status of the Colorado River for Discover Science Lecture Series
Hamed Ebrahimian, Neil Lareau are part of interdisciplinary team led by the University of Hawai’i.
Interim Nevada State Climatologist Tom Albright reflects on the wet summer in Nevada and what the next few months might bring
University takes part in annual earthquake preparedness drill
Scientists and natural resource managers gather to collaborate on environmental policy
Researchers from the Wonders of the Mekong project tagged the fish when it was caught over a year ago
Researcher partners with Lithium Americas to find sustainable carbon solutions
Schwarcz will be kicking off the 13th season of the Discover Science Lecture Series
The Advanced Human Dissection Team is made up of undergraduate students
Hope-Weeks brings her experience as an associate dean and chemistry professor
Students trained to examine interplay of biology and chemistry in NSF-funded program
This report brings to a close a three-and-a-half year stretch of having at least one Nevada county under drought watch
Earthquake geologists on the GEER research team gain greater understanding of the impacts of the February earthquake
The STEM and Educator Student Partnership supports educators and provides mentorship for undergraduate students
Team Waponi is one of six teams from around the world to advance to the finals
Drought still remains in southern Nevada, but has disappeared in most of the state
Nevada State Climatologist Steph McAfee shares a report on Nevada’s climate over the past few months, and what to expect in the next quarter
The competition is focused on carbon management
Nevada reservoirs are in good condition across the state; Lake Mead's levels have been rising
Research published in Nature reveals concentrations of microplastics in 38 lakes with plastic debris from textiles frequently identified
Jimson Huang, a dual Engineering-Math major, is the spring 2023 Herz Gold Medal winner
Water is widely thought to be critical to life. But why is that the case?
The session took a deep dive into the responsibilities of scientists to diversify the field
Those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community can use several techniques to boost their resilience in the face of discrimination
The wet spring across much of Nevada alleviated drought and may provide a buffer against a rapid return to drought
Interdisciplinary researchers meet in Incline Village to discuss advances in the field of chemical ecology
Future STEM educators are learning to incorporate technology into the classroom
Renewable energy’s intermittent nature poses challenges to energy storage
Vote for the illusion Gideon Caplovitz created with his two daughters by May 27
The giant freshwater stingray faces numerous threats, data gives insight into conservation needs
The spring 2023 graduates include future urban planners, doctors, physicists and more
Tristan Morrice uses the Edward Morrice Mineral Processing Laboratory
Master teachers present at UTeach Institute professional development event
Chu receives $3.3M DOE ARPA-E grant to study mineral processing of rare earth minerals
Dr. Ilya Zaliapin, a professor of mathematics, passed away on May 2, 2023
Awardees are recognized for their exemplary service to students and their individual achievements
Only a small portion of the state is still in drought, and Lake Mead levels are forecasted to improve. Fire risk in northwestern Nevada is likely to be higher than normal by July.
The team won first place at the 45th International Collegiate Mining Competition
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Community Relations publishes research in developmental genetics
The annual science and science fiction film festival to feature a visit from time travel expert
Scholars, curators, academics and students will present interactive discussions focused on our complex relationships with land, water and place
Jack Norbeck spoke about Fervo Energy's project with Google using geothermal energy in Northern Nevada
The museums are hosting guests as part of the Northern Nevada Science and Technology Festival
Global Water Center researcher pursues conservation solutions that sustain aquatic diversity and human needs
Nevada State Climatologist Steph McAfee provides an outlook and report for climate and weather
Eva Pell will share what she learned while serving in the role and how she became a children’s book author
"I think the deep message of our work is that every voice matters."
Foundation Professor of Psychology Steven C. Hayes collaborates on new research highlighting the value of prosocial behavior at the individual and group level
McMinn Research Professor Jamie Voyles works to bring diverse voices into pathogen science
NREL Senior Research Fellow Joey Luther studies new types of semiconductors and their properties
Associate Research Professor Zeb Hogan's work to find, study and protect freshwater megafish featured
Senator Cortez Masto received the AASG’s Pick and Gavel award
All-female team of psychology researchers studying how low-cost biomarkers can be used in diagnostics
State Climatologist shares a quarterly update about Nevada’s ongoing drought
Christopher Jones says we need to transition to renewable energy as well as implement direct air capture
The interim dean has long worked to ensure everyone has access to STEM education
Physics professor shares his thoughts on a surprisingly difficult question
de Bettencourt-Dias is one of four newly elected Fellows at the University
Researchers developing software to simulate autonomous mining operations
Discover Science Lecture Series brings renowned physicist to campus
Clemons-Magee Endowed Professor in Physics Thomas White seeks to understand the internal workings of planets beyond Earth
Caitleen Navarro’s standout experiences rewarded
International collaborations with the Global Water Center contribute to successful conservation efforts
The first speaker of the Energy Solutions Forum, Chris Field, gave an introduction on climate change-related problems and possible solutions. More speakers are coming these following weeks.
Lexi Timpone won first place for her science-themed video, three videos also recognized
Support from the national bicyclist organization continues after the Reno-Sparks area was selected as one of five communities nationwide to host a Bicycle Friendly Community Workshop.
University of Nevada, Reno teams with Xerces Society in study of agricultural fields, urban interface
National conference allows students to interact with most influential Hispanic leaders in the country
Atmospheric chemist and a leading researcher of Saturn's largest moon, Titan, talks with physics and astronomy alum Donna dePolo and astrobiology professor Carlos Marsical
McMinn Professor Ilya Zaliapin uses statistical methods for hierarchies to understand natural phenomena
Recent study on Panamanian lizards generates more questions on role of the microbiome
Chickadee Cognition Lab showed supplemental feeding of the wild birds had no negative impacts when proper food is used
First MARC Nevada cohort includes chemistry major Jesus Diaz Sanchez
Kenyan ants and the trees they live with threatened by invasive ant species
University researchers will gather and analyze weather data in Tahoe Basin for public distribution
Daniel Trugman joined the University in 2022
College successes, dean search launch and University Strategic Plan were subject of the annual State of the College presentation by Dean Katherine McCall
New exhibit explores climate through art, utilizes previously closed space
Geologist explains differences between meteorites and meteor-wrongs
Nevada Seismological Laboratory professor receives prestigious award honoring outstanding contributions to the Seismological Society of America
Student researcher Lea Gifford suggests ways in which the Wolf Pack can help make spaces across campus more accessible
A multi-centennial drought termed the Late Holocene Dry Period could serve as a map for future climate projections, Indigenous human responses a model for resilience and adaptability
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborists respond to questions about weather-damaged trees and how to respond when limbs break or trees fall
Researchers attempt to better understand our mental landscape and actions we take to interact with it
Philipp Ruprecht aims to identify how and when lithium deposits are enriched
Three student posters won awards at the American Exploration & Mining Association Annual Meeting
Brings extensive experience in hydrological sciences to DOE’s review board
Nevada has been experiencing drought after drought
Experts from the University community weigh in on what makes the fusion news out of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory so groundbreaking
First cohort of MARC Nevada students includes chemistry student Kimberly Giannantonio
Research in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution provides a new explanation for why so many of the extinct marine reptiles died in the same location in central Nevada
Reno faces challenges as a growing city in the era of climate change. Faculty in the College of Science are focused on solutions.
Bees pollinating plants and consuming plant nectar impacted by neonicotinoids
Ying Yang plans to design polymers that mimic living cells
Graduate student Lauren Sankovitch brings a MARVELous background of experience to the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering
Will your department's name be on the plaque next year?
Postdoc Eliza Grames works to aggregate data for insect decline synthesis
First MARC Nevada cohort includes biomedical engineering major Jonathan Taasan
Six years of research leads to new theories (and new cooking methods) at the Puyehue Cordón Caulle volcano
The event brought together students, faculty, family, friends and former and current College of Science deans
Department of Geography professor will use her professional experience to help remedy past erasures
A generous donation will support a legacy of mathematicians and scientists
A Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant helps geographers, health scientists and community leaders identify areas of need
$5.3 million, NIH COBRE ‘Phase 3’ award will further advance the mission and impact of the University’s Center for Integrative Neuroscience
Graduate student Shelby Herbert leads a discussion between the renowned science journalist and professors Sudeep Chandra and Zeb Hogan.
Research looking at preserved butterflies reveals the complex story in a grain of pollen
Graduate student Mara Nutt looks for answers in the Santa Ynez Mountains
The grants will be used in two different areas of plasma physics research
Recycle your lithium and rechargeable batteries and devices at the Joe
Sarah M. Hörst’s Discover Science lecture on Dec. 1
Researchers from the University of Nevada, Reno found a lizard species that is not affected by the spider's deadly toxin.
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering Professor Stacia Gordon hits the road for another YouTube cameo
The books featured here were written or edited by faculty, alumni or students in the College of Science
Researchers from four distinct disciplines, engineers from Nevada Gold Mines, Kinross, and McClelland Laboratories and University Libraries will bring a new learning tool to students
Among the awardees are Las Vegas’s city planner, a globe-trotting fish biologist, a psychologist providing culturally sensitive services and more
Yerington nears the completion of a USDA-funded project to remove and replace the rural Nevada city's 100-year-old sewer and water systems.
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
Earth Science Week this year is celebrated from Oct. 9-15
Wilson Award winner Amy Morris tackles questions related to proprioception
First cohort of MARC Nevada students includes microbiology and immunology student Lauren Carreire
Chris Kratt travels to Antarctic to set up temperature sensing devices and retrieve data
Researchers in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering weigh in on a hotly debated topic in tectonics and geomorphology: the age of the Sierra Nevada mountain range
Earthwatch award helps student bring her caterpillar research home
Inaugural talk to be held at University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe
Adult giant salmon carp documented in the Mekong River for first time in 18 years
As a first-generation Latina in mining, Isabel Peñaloza Araujo feels proud of her accomplishments, especially as an international student in the U.S. She is well on her way to accomplishing plenty more
Assistant geological engineering professor Michael Gardner visited the sites of flooding in Yellowstone National Park to determine how geostructure integrity was compromised
Joshua Bonde ‘03 (biology) brings expertise and personal experiences to revitalize museum
For first-generation college students in the College of Science, a support system has reemerged
Atmospheric scientist Pat Arnott shares how hot air balloons ascend into the Reno skies
Researchers found pesticide-contaminated plants in nurseries in 15 states
The weeklong bootcamp helps incoming freshmen prepare for their first semester of college.
The Biology Peer Instruction Program provides leadership and teaching opportunities to undergraduates. Those experiences follow them through their lives.
Many mathematicians in the College of Science work in pure mathematics, but the field often blurs the lines between math and art.
Andrew Revkin, an award-winning environmental and sustainability journalist, will bring some of the insights he’s gained in his 34 years of reporting experience to the University on September 8. Revkin’s lecture will kick off the 12th season of the Discover Science Lecture Series.
This season's lineup includes a range of disciplines. Registration for the first lecture on September 8 is now open.
With the latest round of this prestigious NSF award, the University’s community of faculty-recipients grows
New program aims to diversify fields of biomedical research and practice.
Theoretical physics inspires harmony on the University Quad
Hydrogeology student Drake McCrimmon found space to be himself while doing science on the Greenland ice sheet.
Students in Northern Nevada got the opportunity to learn from graduate students and professors at the Daugherty Summer Science Exploration program.
Nicole Choma reflects on how experiences in undergraduate research, marching band and other scholarly activities have enhanced her college journey
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
International team now tracking the 661-pound giant freshwater stingray's movements to better understand, protect the species and key freshwater habitats
Many of the students plan to continue their education, while others start work upon graduating.
The 2022 meeting is being hosted by the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology.
This year, seven students won awards from the Board of Regents or the University.
An all-time high of 13 student-awardees affiliated with the University of Nevada, Reno receive the prestigious NSF fellowship
Metallurgical Engineering professor Ehsan Vahidi to serve as associate editor of Frontiers in Sustainable Resource Management
The Mackay School honored donors, alumni, faculty and staff with a focus on celebrating the successes of students at the 2022 Mackay Banquet.
Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt discusses what it was like to be on the Moon's surface, what we're still learning from the samples brought back to Earth and what the future of lunar exploration looks like
de Bettencourt-Dias has a lengthy list of contributions to her field, as well as invaluable service to the University and its students.
The psychology professor, who has worked at the University for 32 years, received the award in her final year before retirement.
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Scientific Lead in the development of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine discusses her research and work, the importance of good mentorship, and finding her place in science.
Alumnus of the Department of Geography’s Land Use Planning Master’s program aims to address climate change and invest in climate-smart infrastructure in rural Nevada
Deep pools in Mekong River may be home to world's largest freshwater fish
NSF EPSCoR investment will increase capacity for wildland fire research, education, and workforce development
Tibbitts winner known for her enthusiasm for her subject matter
Internationally renowned for development of ACT, evidenced based form of psychotherapy
View and vote on short science and science fiction films in the Planetarium's full-dome theater May 4-6
The course will be available to University students this fall
Researchers from the Department of Geography are making use of new drone technology with support from the Global Climate Change Foundation.
Experience in Undergraduate Research and McNair Scholars Program leads to NSF graduate fellowship award for CABNR student
Jamie Voyles will be celebrated with her colleagues at the University's Honor the Best event
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
International effort led by USAID Cooperative Project, Wonders of the Mekong, to launch April 22
Renowned number theorist Dr. Ken Ono shares his deep connection to the life and work of Srinivasa Ramanujan in the latest episode of the Discover Science podcast.
The scientific lead for the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine research team was named a TIME Magazine Hero of the Year. Registration for her lecture is now open.
Elizabeth Pringle will study how plant chemistry changes in response to drought in the Great Basin.
The Museum uses interactive experiences to teach visitors about the natural world.
Dedicated teamwork and resource-efficient initiatives secured the American Chemical Society award for the second time
College of Science researcher leading one-year project to address urban and rural water issues
College of Science Interim Dean Katherine McCall named a hallway in the Davidson Mathematics and Science Center after her great aunt.
The Global Water Center is made up of faculty from all over the University community. Learn about their work to better understand and protect our most precious resource.
Tagging and release of Mekong giant catfish, giant barb and river catfish highlight the immense value of biodiversity and ecosystems in the region
The Discover Science Lecture Series continues with a visit from Apollo 17 astronaut and scientist Harrison Schmitt who stepped off the Moon's surface on December 19 during the last lunar visit.
As flowers start to bloom and the weather warms, garter snakes begin to emerge from their hibernations.
Creative strategies needed to address long-term shortages, say three University of Nevada, Reno professors
Professional chapters, students and University clubs reach out to the community with brain science.
Celebrating Mayo Clinic cardiologist alumna on International Women's Day
Stacia Gordon has been featured in several videos on CWU Professor Nick Zentner's YouTube channel.
Mathematician Ken Ono will present his Discover Science lecture answering this question on March 10, following a screening of the movie “The Man Who Knew Infinity.”
Researchers asked whether caterpillars that aren't picky about what they eat occupy larger habitats.
The STEM Sisters is a program associate biology professor Jamie Voyles started to encourage girls to explore the possibility of a STEM career.
Protect Our Winters group featured in "Winter Sports are on Thin Ice"
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Researchers in the Department of Chemistry were awarded $2.5 million to study molecular magnetism.
Physics professor Timur Tscherbul explains some of the intricacies of quantum computing.
The annual competition selected the top three videos, along with two honorable mentions and a most-engaged watch party to win prizes.
Student researchers studied security in a variety of fields.
Two graduate students in the geography program spotted a new behavior in a lizard species.
Atmospheric scientist Neil Lareau explains the global impacts of the Tongan volcano eruption.
Associate Dean Vincent Catalano reflects on colleague Hyung Kyu Shin's 60 years of ongoing research and support.
From wind turbines to a pepper plant: a multi-disciplinary team of University and Indigenous Amazonian researchers work to untangle a complex web of interactions
In honor of National Mentoring Month, six faculty members reflect on what it means to be an impactful mentor to undergraduate researchers
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering professor finds ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the building sector, up to 9.4 gigatons of carbon dioxide through 2050
High radiation on Mars is one of the many reasons the Red Planet seems inhospitable. Two chemistry professors from the University are using solutions from early Earth to solve that problem on Mars.
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
The lunch banquet celebrated the students who graduated at the top of their class in each department in the College of Science.
Alumna Lily Liu reflects on her time as an undergraduate in the College of Science and how she found a role as a peer mentor.
Students, faculty and alumni participated in many aspects of this year's AEMA conference
Museum, history, indigenous peoples, documentary projects benefit community
Researcher Jennifer Hoy hopes to better understand how the brain identifies stimuli as positive or negative, and the behaviors that follow.
The center opened early last month to provide services for young children with learning disabilities.
High elevation field lab yields mountains of research data
New exhibits and updates have reinvigorated the Museum of Natural History, the Keck Museum and the Fleischmann Planetarium, all now open to the public after extended closures related to the ongoing pandemic
College of Science study finds climate change a factor in decrease of snowpack in the Western United States
Reflecting on its rich history and looking toward the future, the Fleischmann Planetarium as it finds its new home in the College of Science
Pack Research Experience Program and TRIO STEM Scholars offer mentorship and sense of belonging to sophomore pre-med student
University freshman Luke Miers represented the USA at the Snowshoe MTB World Cup
Chu will use the professorship to establish connections with the mining industry, support his other research and expand opportunities for students.
Christopher Barile's research aims to create a new renewable energy source by recycling carbon dioxide in the atmosphere into useful fuels.
Funds raised support University of Nevada, Reno’s Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology
Alumni from the College of Science and the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering were commended at last night's annual event.
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
Detailing the actions individuals and organizations can take to make more equitable healthcare
Through research and mapping, geography graduate student and member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Autumn Harry recognizes Indigenous place names to honor her Numu (Northern Paiute) homelands.
Michael Gardner visited Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium as part of a reconnaissance team to see how geo-structures performed with severe flooding.
Researchers at University of Nevada, Reno and DRI launch new citizen science project to gather ashfall data
Tour western Nevada’s hydrologic cycle and rapidly evolving landscapes with the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology Saturday, October 16
La Profesora Asociada Lorraine Benuto capacita a los estudiantes para brindar servicios psicológicos en español
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology Lorraine Benuto trains students to deliver psychological services in Spanish
College of Science professors study fourth state of matter
As extended smoke and ash continue to impact the Lake Tahoe Basin, researchers hope to better understand if and how the iconic alpine lake can recover.
NSF funds $12.5 million for institute to study resilience to infectious disease
Assistant Professor Yinghan Chen's research will advance statistical methods for estimation in the design of educational assessment, psychiatric diagnosis techniques
From handwritten letters to donating hot meals, postdoctoral fellow and clinical psychology Ph.D. Jena Casas offers advice on how you can support wildland firefighters this challenging fire season.
Nevada becomes 39th state to create multi-agency unit to serve research and conservation of wildlife, fisheries and habitats
International researcher and professor of biology Sudeep Chandra is named new director of the Ozmen Institute for Global Studies.
Psychology professor Allen Gardner and his wife Trixie earned worldwide acclaim teaching Washoe the chimpanzee American Sign Language
University of Nevada, Reno and DigitalPath technicians deploy latest technology onto mountaintop camera platform
The College of Science welcomes an astronaut, leading COVID-19 vaccine developer and more for its 2021/2022 season
Members of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology discuss the COVID-19 vaccine technology, hesitancy, distribution and more for the Discover Science podcast
Ana de Bettencourt-Dias, the Susan Magee and Gary Clemons Professor of Chemistry, is the only chemist in Northern Nevada to date to have received the honor of being named an ACS fellow
University of Nevada, Reno part of comprehensive study
Take photos of the organisms you see anywhere in Nevada, post them to iNaturalist, and experts will help you identify which species you observed!
Community Collection available for browsing online, featured in new Libraries exhibit
Unraveling the sub-surface geology of the Truckee Meadows using fiber-optics
Rural Nevada teachers get support in offering earth sciences curriculum
University of Nevada, Reno Global Water Center researchers studied impacts of six major 2018 wildfires
Department of Biology paper tests the Drift-Barrier hypothesis to determine why genomes of species vary so much in size
Assistant Professor Simon Pieraut’s paper was featured in the May 26 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience
8 awardees representing 4 colleges/school receive NSF’s prestigious award in support of early-career success and continued development
College of Science event encourages student philanthropy as they become young alumni
Dr. Nikhil C. Trivedi, '70 Metallurgical Engineering M.S., is awarded one of the highest professional honors accorded an engineer.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology Lorraine Benuto receives this year's Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Leadership Award
Statistics and data science master's student receives the Cavanaugh Community Volunteer Award for launching the Reno Burrito Project
Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Anna Panorska has received the University’s Graduate Academic Advisor Award
Molina's research focuses on plasma and condensed matter physics under the mentorship of Assistant Professor Thomas White
The University’s Distinguished Faculty award tops Scott Mensing’s decorated career
Biology major and dual chemistry, business administration minor, moves on to medical school
Professor of Biology and Director of the Museum of Natural History named Foundation Professor for extraordinary record of achievement
Teaching Associate Professor of Biology receives the Regents' Teaching Award
College of Science student receives the Sam Lieberman Regents' Award for Student Scholarship
Doctoral student in clinical psychology receives the Sam Lieberman Regents' Award for Student Scholarship
Teaching Associate Professor Jennifer Hollander receives the Paul and Judy Bible Teaching Excellence Award
Festival offers in-person and online passes May 4-9 for films from around the world
Dr. Altick receives the Outstanding Outreach and Engagement Faculty Award for her work with the Society for Neuroscience
Foundation Professor and Director of the University’s Center for Integrative Neuroscience Michael Webster discusses the complex adaptations of our visual senses in his March 11 Discover Science virtual lecture.
Professor Thomas Bell receives prestigious award for his numerous scientific accomplishments.
Barile receives the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation Early Career Innovator Award
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering will bring delegates from around the world for hands-on trainings in energy resource minerals governance related topics.
Kinross Term Assistant Professor in Mining Engineering Javad Sattarvand comments on the challenges overcome by the Nevada mining industry over the past year.
University of Nevada, Reno long-standing research yields new data
Professor and Chair of the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering and member of the Mars Exploration Rover Team answers questions about roving on Mars.
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
Assistant professor of physics receives funding to include undergraduate students in cutting edge physics research
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Christopher Barile's research aims to create processes for recycling carbon dioxide and nitrogen
Students receive financial assistance for everything from tuition to groceries.
University of Nevada, Reno leads collaborative study on insect declines
Foundation Professor and planetary scientist Wendy Calvin will discuss the evolution of Mars rovers in her March 11 Discover Science virtual lecture.
Video highlights technology and thought-leadership behind ALERTWildfire, developed through the Nevada Seismological Laboratory
Katherine McCall, associate dean, assumes acting College of Science dean position
University of Nevada, Reno conducts international rivers study based on new approaches in science
University of Nevada, Reno leads study on insect declines
New program aims to raise interest and opportunities in neuroscience research for individuals who are typically underrepresented in the field.
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
Interdisciplinary approach from University of Nevada, Reno Extension keeps people informed and involved
Philanthropist and scientist Mick Hitchcock, Ph.D. continues to support scientific progress and research capacity
Students take home cash prizes for short videos depicting life as science students in annual competition.
Census of marine plankton fossils reveals inability to adapt to large shifts in climate
The College of Science recognizes exceptional alumna Lisa LeMond.
Students launch a new club aimed at increasing diversity in the field of medicine
University of Nevada, Reno and the Nevada Alumni Association recognize 9 graduates with top grade-point average
Results of research published in science journal Nature could help freshwater fisheries worldwide
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology compiles scenic photos, Nevada facts in annual calendar
College of Science public event moves online, high-intensity wildfires subject of third talk
Graduate student recognized for Cognitive Brain Sciences outreach and education for community
College of Science public event moves online, Museum of Natural History focus of second talk
University of Nevada, Reno’s Bureau of Mines and Geology event Sat., Oct. 17
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
College of Science awarded $10 million DOE grant to develop comprehensive ‘toolkit’ for industry
College of Science public series moves online, geothermal energy first topic
University graduate student Blaize Abuntori teams up with Colleges to aid homeless
The Department of Psychology's Early Childhood Autism Program has served patients, families, students and program founder Patrick Ghezzi.
EH&S safety program to recognize the role of teaching assistants and students receives national award
EPA awards $800,000 to the School of Community Health Sciences for research into the distribution of chemicals within the body
Public-private partnership project shows favorable results
College of Science’s Zeb Hogan co-author of comprehensive global report
University collaborates with tribe to protect the longest self-sustaining population of trout
Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Paul Hurtado and Nevada State Biostatistician and College of Science alumna Kyra Morgan talk COVID-19 and how they’re using numbers to make sense of it all.
Dr. William F. Tate IV speaks with the College of Science about his research revealing the uneven contours of the education pipeline.
College of Science experiments validate numerical modeling method for variety of uses
Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium pivots to virtual with project presentations from a variety of disciplines, from STEM to the social sciences, arts and humanities
Harmful pesticides found in Western Monarch breeding ground
The University’s 2020 Outstanding Researcher award recognizes the amazing discoveries, scientific contributions and career of Geoff Blewitt
In his first five years, the chemical biologist has led important research on bacterial communication and raised the bar for grant funding
Leading biomedical researcher Mick Hitchcock shares a message of congratulations online in lieu of a traditional graduation speech.
Trevor J. McMinn Research Professor of Biology works to understand insects including butterflies and other pollinators, and to affect public perception of insects in the Western United States
University geoscience teams monitoring, finding, mapping damage and surface ruptures
Research to find, study and protect freshwater megafish and freshwater biodiversity a major focus
Amy Fitch and Elena Pravosudova are 2020 Tibbitts Teaching Excellence award winners
Faculty share congratulations with NSF GRFP recipients and students offer advice for others interested in applying.
Watch the short documentary Fertile Waters and an episode of Mineral Monday, both official selections in the festival, on May 5 at 7 p.m. at the virtual festival.
Energy conservation may be a major function of sleep, according to new study
College of Science biologist contributes to global effort
Elizabeth Everest (WiSE graduate) and Connor Billman of the Department of Biology both received the prestigious award.
Leading researcher and psychologist Professor Steven Hayes reveals a scientifically proven trick for dramatically reducing how often you touch your face
The latest prestigious early-career awards will advance research in wildfire-smoke forecasting, battery performance and understanding brain function
College of Science seismological lab tracks seismic activity in Silver State
Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering student receives prestigious award granted to the top 5% of student participants.
Geologist and newly appointed Director of the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering plans to continue Mackay’s proud legacy with a fresh vision for the school in mind.
Physics department assistant professor part of international team that tracked jets ejected from black hole
Between the two competitions, the Department of Mathematics and Statistics brought home numerous prizes and accolades.
Students take home cash prizes for short videos depicting life as College of Science students.
Tanya Kelley named to guide the range of programs and services to encourage pursuit of research, scholarly and creative activities by undergraduates
Free public Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday at Redfield Auditorium
Prestigious science journal publishes College of Science researchers’ milestone findings
Three universities collaborating to develop visual archive to be used for research, artificial intelligence development
Plant, caterpillar, parasitoid interaction studied for 22 years by biologists in College of Science
Free public Discover Science Lecture Series to be held at Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
Graduate Students in the Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering took home 1st and 3rd in the meeting's poster competition
Voting is open for University Professors Gideon Paul Caplovitz and Jean-Paul Perrotte's illusion entry: the Rotating Circles.
Brounstein, Class of 2016, endowed the Zachary R. Brounstein Scholarship fund.
Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering honored as an early career scientist by the American Geophysical Union.
Mineral Monday heads up to Virginia City with two very special guests in this three-part season finale.
The Chemistry Demonstration Series, launched by a professor-student duo, ignites a passion for science in K-12 learners.
Learn about the stunning mineral cerussite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday
College of Science’s seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn, prepare for earthquakes
Watch this week's episode about the mineral, hemimorphite, and check it out in the Keck Museum for yourself.
Nevada Foundation Professor in the Behavior Analysis program and originator and pioneering researcher into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Steven Hayes, publishes two books.
Participants will learn about the geology of the Truckee Meadows and Virginia City
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday featuring the Keck Museum's wolframite specimens.
The College of Science and Mackay School honored an impressive group of alumni at the annual Alumni of the Year reception on September 25.
College of Science invites top scientists for free Discover Science Lecture Series public lectures
University of Nevada, Reno’s seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn and prepare for earthquakes
University receives $1.25 million grant to create an interdisciplinary team of professionals, partnered with the world’s largest mining companies, in order to advance technology and automation in mines.
Biology professors Zeb Hogan and Sudeep Chandra receive 4 years of funding for their research in Cambodia.
Learn about the mineral that holds the number 1 spot on the Mohs Hardness Scale.
Learn about the mineral, corundum, on this week's episode of Mineral Monday with Garrett Barmore.
Department of Physics alumnus Rick Kraus ('07) was awarded the PECASE for materials and planetary science research
Gregory Crouch is biographer of University of Nevada, Reno benefactor
First comprehensive global population study of giant freshwater fish, mammals, reptiles and amphibians shows sharp declines, highlighting the need for timely and targeted conservation efforts.
His career studying and improving engineering of bridges now shifts to building connections to resources, opportunities, colleagues
Camera goes live on University of Nevada, Reno’s AlertWildfire website
From photography to winemaking and illustration, professors in science and engineering combine passions for art with careers in STEM
College of Science leads effort to monitor, research, assess earthquake hazards
Biologist Jamie Voyles receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award to continue research
Professor of Geography and US Army veteran paratrooper Ken Nussear participated in the 75th anniversary reenactment of D-Day
Jennifer Hollander nominated by faculty and awarded for teaching success
College of Science geologists are successful with new exploration methods for renewable energy
College of Science physics professor Hiroshi Sawada leads high-energy-density plasma group
Robinson, an alumna of the College of Science, delivered the commencement address at the 2019 College of Science and College of Engineering graduation ceremony.
College of Science team successful with new exploration methods for renewable energy
Record number of degrees, 3,201, conferred during University's 129th Commencement
Mineral Monday competition winner, Vera, co-hosts this week's episode of Mineral Monday about the Ichthyosaur.
College of Science biologist Zeb Hogan on international team of scientists
Community-based undergraduate researchers join with faculty mentors to explore problems and offer understanding and ideas to make a difference
Learn about the mineral sphalerite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday
Take an interactive walking tour of 10 University museums on and around campus
Congratulations to Vera for submitting her winning video, Fossil Fridays: Mosasaurus!
Plant pathologist Bob Zeigler to present at Discover Science Lecture Series
Cyberinfrastructure Day 2019 highlighted where we are and where we are going with research technology support
James Kenyon named director of University of Nevada, Reno institute designed to complement and extend the energy, experience and potential in the neurosciences
College of Science biology professor Jamie Voyles participated in international study
The Mackay Muckers had enough female recruits for both men's and a women's teams for the first time in five years.
Margery McKnight Carr was the only woman and the third in history to have graduated from the Mackay School of Mines in 1951
Anne Leonard and Felicity Muth sit down to talk about their research, what's coming next and overcoming stereotypes
Dafoe, a graduate of the College of Biotechnology, Agriculture & Natural Resources rangeland science program, takes us through life as a rangeland consultant
Anne Leonard awarded National Science Foundation grant to fund bumblebee research
Karen Lloyd will speak on her recent research at the Discover Science Lecture, Thursday March 14
Chemistry professor creates new technology for vastly improved smart window performance
College of Science geologist on the science team for the rover Opportunity
Long-term, extensive study in Sierra Nevada range yields behavior, memory and selection data
The Keck Museum is excited to announce its first-ever Mineral Monday competition!
UNR Med-led research team corrects a 150-year-old wrong concept regarding sperm transport; findings could lead to new treatment for male infertility
Professor Julie Allen leads research using big data to address biodiversity issues at the global scale
A look back at some remarkable images from the Mackay School's past.
Lahontan cutthroat trout species re-discovery was the most clicked on Nevada Today story in 2018
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology’s regional-scale lidar mapping provides novel insights into earthquake, flood and glacial history
The Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology welcomes Dr. Paul Cox at December 2018 Launch Symposium
1,864 degrees conferred during two ceremonies on Saturday
Climate, weather set the stage for uncontrollable inferno in Redding, California
Mathematics & Statistics Assistant Professor Mihye Ahn on her research and rise in academia
Learn about the beautiful green mineral, dioptase, on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
This week's specimen looks like a diamond, is called a diamond, but is not a diamond at all!
University of Nevada, Reno biologists study effect of herd restoration over past 50 years
This week, learn about common opal, precious opal and Nevada's state mineral, black fire opal.
Free public event, College of Science Discover Science Lecture, Nov. 15
This week's mineral shares its namesake with a famous group of museums and research centers. Any guesses?
College of Science Director of Advising, Recruitment and Retention honored at annual national conference
Associate Professor Alexander M. van der Linden explains the need for sleep, and how simple organisms with a completely mapped nervous system are key in understanding sleep regulation and function.
Take a trip out to Newmont Mining Operations Twin Creeks facility on this week's episode of Mineral Monday!
University of Nevada, Reno’s seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn, prepare for earthquakes
College of Science's Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology to lead free public tour Saturday
College of Science's Nevada Seismological Lab goes to great heights to help firefighters
Topaz, often used in jewelry, is the subject of this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Learn about the tabular mineral aragonite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Service learning opportunities offered in the geography department at the University of Nevada, Reno has students building community ties for marginalized populations
College of Science’s seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn, prepare for earthquakes
The Hitchcock Center will formalize and enhance the highly successful interdisciplinary and international collaborations in the fields of chemical ecology and natural products chemistry.
Garrett heads out on the road again this week for another field trip edition of Mineral Monday!
New programs range from a minor in graphic design to a B.S. in biotechnology
Discover Science Lecture Series brings solar system tour guide and astronomer to talk with community
This week, Garrett shows us a few exciting pieces in the Keck Museum's mining history collection.
This relatively common mineral is popular with collectors because of its beautiful blue hues.
Learn about this ancient marine reptile on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Explore this incredible geological site and hear the Burning Man Organization's plans for the property in this special field trip edition of Mineral Monday.
College of Science and UC San Diego team with regional agencies to help firefighting efforts
Casap is the Education Evangelist at Google and speaks to education influencers about the role of web and tech-based learning
More than 1,700 incoming freshman – nearly half of all University of Nevada, Reno freshmen – to participate in program designed to increase college success
College of Science’s Graham Kent talks about successful mountaintop fire tracking system
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday and learn about the mineral cinnabar.
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday and learn about the mineral stibnite.
Past University research honorees offer faculty community a voice on campus and beyond
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday about the many fluorite specimens on display at the Keck Museum.
University’s Christopher Barile discusses how smart windows can be the future of windows
Recognized for early successes and discoveries in research fields of chemistry, psychology
Biology professor travels off the grid to the dangerous Salween River in Myanmar to start the new season
Explore one of the Keck Museum's off-site storage locations with curator Garrett Barmore.
2018 Foundation Established Innovator Awardee is working with compounds that have the potential to save lives and improve health
For this week's episode of Mineral Monday, learn about this common mineral that comes in many different colors.
University program addresses qualified math, science teacher shortage and continues to expand as students develop a love for teaching
Shawnice Kraeber is the first post-baccalaureate student to graduate from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
Jeff Harper, University’s 2018 Outstanding Researcher, contributes to advancements in plant biology through ‘extraordinary’ research
The Mohs Hardness Scale is often used as a first step when classifying rocks and minerals.
Students in the School of Mines traveled to Camborne, England for 40th international competition
Through Community-Based Research, students explore problems and offer understanding, tools and ideas to make a difference
This week on Mineral Monday, learn about two unique formations of native silver or silver nuggets.
For this week's episode of Mineral Monday, Garrett takes us back in time to the early days of mining on the Comstock here in our home state of Nevada.
Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography Adam Csank is representing Nevada as the National Geographic Geography Steward
This week's specimen illustrates a unique feature of this ancient shark species.
Sugar Bowl Resort, University partner to study regional weather, climate and water impacts for California and Nevada
Learn about the mysterious tektites for this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
University’s Mary Peacock publishes research on recovering Nevada’s local monster fish
The Mary Louise and John Mackay Silver Collection showcases about 58 ornately designed silver service pieces, and is one of the Keck Museum's more famous collections.
Wakabayashilite is one of the rarest minerals in the Keck Museum's collection.
Community welcome to attend family-fun event at the University of Nevada, Reno
Mick Hitchcock will speak April 5 at 7 p.m. as part of the Discover Science Lecture Series
Learn about this yellow tabular mineral called wulfenite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Hitchcock is a University of Nevada, Reno trustee and bio-pharmaceutical researcher revolutionizing HIV treatment
Learn about this prehistoric species of elephant on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
College of Science leads efforts to bring internet to the wilderness for hazard monitoring
Learn about the fast-moving mineral halite in this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
S. James Gates, Jr. talks about his career, the physics question that has become his "white whale," and what fulfills him most in life.
College of Science leveraging technology for public safety
Learn something new about Nevada on this week's episode of Mineral Monday!
Researchers reconstruct the relationship between changing sociopolitical conditions and their effect on the landscape.
The mineral hematite is considered the most important iron ore because it is mined and then refined into iron.
World-renowned theoretical physicist S. James Gates Jr. is known for his research on supersymmetry as well as his advocacy for diversity in education.
This week, learn about the mineral staurolite and its unique twinned formation.
The Keck Museum houses the only public collection of fossils found at the Carson City trackway.
Philipp Ruprecht and team get treated to several eruptions in trek on northern peninsula
This week, explore the Keck Museum's extensive native copper collection.
The University of Nevada, Reno partners with five other universities nationwide to offer new topics in hydrology research.
Each Monday, explore the many amazing minerals, fossils and historical objects on display at the W.M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum with curator Garrett Barmore.
University reports several magnitude 2 and lower quakes, no damage reported
The film "Ganzorig and the River Wolf" offers a unique perspective into the work of local Mongolian scientist, Ganzorig Batsaihan.
A University of Nevada, Reno faculty member interviewed 61 scientists at four top research universities, examining how they think about commercial rewards
Three Teaching Assistants recognized for their success in undergraduate chemistry lab safety
University research into Neu5Gc sugar lays groundwork for research in diets, transplants, and diseases.
The University of Nevada, Reno partners with five universities nationwide to teach new topics in hydrological research.
Presentations represented a variety of disciplines, including sustainable plant production and street art in virtual reality
New genetic study methods, targeted seed production in four-year study by CABNR, College of Science
College of Science and Davidson Academy students and professors meet with Julie Robinson prior to her lecture
Zeb Hogan and Sudeep Chandra's research on taimen in Mongolia could inform sustainable fly fishing and ecosystem management globally.
Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 9, free and open to the public
New programs include a doctorate in mathematics, a major in dance, a minor in Middle Eastern studies and more
Cross-campus collaboration brought together a quantum physicist and a geophysicist to look for particles
Scholarship recipients met with donors at the annual College of Science Scholarship Luncheon
Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 9, free and open to the public
Experimental physicist and professor Andrew Geraci studies ultralight matter at the College of Science
Students can win a pizza or donut party for their class if they take and post a picture with #ShakeOutPizza
Biology scholar receives $60,000 For Women in Science Fellowship for her work with bees
Scott E. Page comes to the University of Nevada, Reno Thursday, Oct. 12.
Alan Alda engages students and professors about science communication
NSF grant funds University of Nevada, Reno research, expeditions, education about birds and urbanization
University of Nevada, Reno leads effort to increase workforce in life sciences for Nevada industries
Discover Science Lecture Series begins its seventh year at Nevada
University of Nevada, Reno neuroscientists find clues in genetic studies
Early-stage proof-of-concept funding applications now open for Nevada Research and Innovation Corporation program
Nearly 1,450 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
College of Science receives $1.5 million from DOE for Phase III of project to find “blind” systems
University of Nevada, Reno’s Fleischmann Planetarium is excited for upcoming solar eclipse
Win-win-win: Nevada Terawatt Facility hosts research, Israeli-based company invests in equipment and proton-therapy advances for cancer treatment
Biologists work to identify small toads published in science journal
Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth unites engineers, artists, scientists, crafters to share their hobbies, experiments and projects
A day of firsts –Nevada governor the first governor to arrive in an autonomous vehicle to the University’s first bill signing
Nevada Seismological Lab system helps firefighters respond to wildfires with mountaintop monitoring
University honorees receive Teaching Award, Academic Advising Awards and Student Scholar Awards; in addition to Regents' Researcher and Rising Researcher of the Year
The award-winning author and professor will discuss how natural history influences values
Undergraduate Research develops resources to further facilitate students in pursuit of research in various fields
The event will feature 11 museums covering diverse interests from astronomy to art
The biology professor and researcher have been making waves with their work on bees
Celebrated herpetologist and rewilding proponent Harry W. Green will talk snakes and returning developed land to its natural state
11 museums covering a range of interests will participate in the campus-wide event
University of Nevada, Reno teams with international agencies to study fish migration in Tonle Sap River
Discover Science Lecture Series takes a spin through the solar system on March 16
Seed-grants support creative, interdisciplinary research such as effort to explain why smell plays such a key role in life
Vladimir Pravosudov has spent his career studying behavior and cognition in small birds
Discover Science Lecture Series turns its eyes to the sky March 16 as part of the series
David Alvarez-Ponce is a contributor to a new paper that explores the evolution of the cephalotus plant
College of Science-led multi-institution study focuses on southwest United States
College of Science's Global Water Center team begins work to conserve one of world’s largest rivers
Michael Dickinson, will speak as part of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Discover Science Lecture Series
Sid Pathak and his students’ work on carbon nanotubes will soon grace the lunar surface
Andrew Zuza will study the unique history of Nevada’s geology, tectonics and crustal deformation
The five-year grant will fund research on interactions between insects, microbes and their environment
Coalition of partners launches Intelligent Mobility to develop and test solutions for safe, clean and efficient transportation in Reno-Sparks-Carson ‘Living Lab’
Michael Dickinson to present Feb. 16 in free Discover Science Lecture Series at University of Nevada, Reno
Bridget Ayling took over the director position at the GBCGE last spring
University of Nevada, Reno seismologists work with other agencies to monitor, respond to events
University of Nevada, Reno associate professor Jill Heaton's work in the southern African nation benefits students both there and here
University’s Global Water Center builds team to conserve one of world’s largest rivers
College of Science geophysics team identifies new dangers
Evening presentation will explore the evolution of science and how research conduct has made a significant impact on the world around us
University’s partnership with Tahoe Prosperity Center expands mountaintop monitoring
Eric Scerri to speak Nov. 10 at Discover Science Lecture Series at University of Nevada, Reno
Public invited to have fun while learning with the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology
Astronomer, Astrobiology Ambassador Derrick Pitts to speak at College of Science lecture series Oct. 13
National Geographic exhibition featuring the work of University of Nevada, Reno researcher Zeb Hogan opens at the Tennessee Aquarium
University’s seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn, prepare for earthquakes
University of Nevada, Reno and University of Wyoming team up to trace coevolution of trees and birds
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series Oct. 13 at University of Nevada, Reno
Grant to help further her bee behavior research in Anne Leonard Lab
Research team led by College of Science Associate Professor Matt Forister
President Barack Obama praises Nevada Sen. Reid for saving Lake Tahoe
More than 1,000 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
Nevada Seismological Lab to initially integrate eastern California within the Tahoe-Truckee corridor
New University collaboration approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents
Fire camera system built and maintained by University of Nevada, Reno Seismological Lab
The University includes 50 National Merit Scholarship Finalists and 300 Presidential Scholars - and growing
Don Hardy in English and Sarah Cummings in Chemistry, the University's finest teachers for 2016, share many common traits
Nevada Seismological Lab in College of Science continues to monitor seismic activity
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering students compete in a variety of events
Biology student earns top grade-point average, plans for a career in healthcare
Annual 'Day at the Museum' event to open 11 Museum District locations to the community
Seismological Society of America’s annual meeting to address latest earthquake research
Robert Williams is next speaker for the Discover Science Lecture Series, April 21
Two grad students and professor studied seismic effects of devastating, deadly earthquake
Earthquake Economic Resiliency Forum for public, economic leaders and disaster officials
Robert Williams next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series April 21 at University of Nevada, Reno
Students compete against other top schools by engaging in real world engineering problems
Symposium on UAS applications for search and rescue hosted by University of Nevada, Reno
NevadaTeach offers STEM majors interested in secondary education a dual degree, without added cost or time, ensuring practiced teachers enter the classroom
College of Science researcher studies planetary geology
Paul Alan Cox next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series March 10
Cartographers and GIS Specialists recognized for their work on two maps
Registration open now for symposium on drone and robotic applications for search and rescue
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series Feb. 4 at Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
Project in the College of Science Leonard Lab funded through National Science Foundation
Zeb Hogan, University of Nevada, Reno biologist hosts new season of popular Monster Fish series
University of Nevada, Reno earthquake expertise spans the globe
Next speaker in the College of Science Discover Science Lecture Series
Quakes centered six miles south of downtown; minor damage reported
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology’s new calendar includes geological images and information on Nevada’s scenic wonders
What was really incredible is that I happened to be visiting at the time of the catch. It's a one-in-a-million opportunity.
University Biologist and National Geographic Explorer Zeb Hogan on hand to tag and release Giant Mekong Catfish
National Geographic’s Monster Fish traveling exhibition visits Reno
Lasers and fiber optic cable used for research projects around the world
Key water issues explored through student presentations and panel discussions
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series at University of Nevada, Reno
College of Science grad student continues to lead team on hawk sighting adventures
University of Nevada, Reno math professor, researcher successfully rides from Nogales to Mexico City
Public invited to have fun while learning with experts in two-night adventure at Great Basin Science and Sample Records Library
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology to lead community on Earth Science Week field trip Oct. 17-18
Register now for Drop, Cover, Hold On public earthquake drill
University of Nevada, Reno Innevation Center, ‘Powered by Switch,’ will propel innovation, economic impact
College of Science to hold talk and field trip Oct. 3 to commemorate Nevada’s largest earthquake
Conference encouraging open discussion of Tahoe’s environment now in its final year
Recognized for advancements in environmental processes through novel measurement, theory and international collaboration
College of Science’s Discover Science lecture Oct. 1
College of Science 24/7 fire monitoring camera system unveiled at annual Tahoe Summit
College of Science's Nevada Seismological Laboratory monitors the year-long earthquake swarms
University of Nevada, Reno invasive fish removal project at Lake Tahoe continues
University of Nevada, Reno teams with agencies in private-public partnership to preserve ecosystem
University of Nevada, Reno, Flirtey and Drone America team with NASA
U.S. Department of Energy project calls on University expertise in geologic modeling and geothermal exploration
Bureau of Land Management and University of Nevada, Reno team up to protect rangeland and forests
Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center helps students from Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology design and construct space rover for competition
Registrations for symposium is free and open until July 24
University of Nevada, Reno's Seismo Lab building comprehensive system to cover region with fire-spotting technology
College of Science seismological lab director offers science-grounded view of Hollywood disaster film
Team experiences shaking as they survey structures for ground motion clues
College of Science team searching for geophysical clues south of Kathmandu
Josh Regalado receives a scholarship to pursue research at the University of Nevada, Reno in biological processes
Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 13
University of Nevada, Reno team to continue ongoing research south of Kathmandu, Nepal
University of Nevada, Reno College of Science’s Discover Science lecture May 7
University cross-college collaboration, active student recruitment and support, compact and flexible degree plans, and early and intensive field teaching experience set this national UTeach program apart as the gold standard in secondary STEM education
Consortium of 12 museums on and near the University of Nevada, Reno hosts May 2 event
John Anderson recognized for work in the field of strong-motion earthquake research
Twelve museums connect for community event
University of Nevada, Reno College of Science’s Discover Science lecture May 7
As appointees to the Nevada Drought Forum, Doug Boyle and Mark Walker will help set the course to water sustainability for Nevada
From historic role to today’s rangeland, soil, forest, water and megadrought expertise, faculty members help Nevada, western U.S.
Reno company provides cutting edge clinical toxicology and pharmacogenetics testing to health care providers across the nation
A decade of discovery by College of Science researcher Zeb Hogan shows big fish disappearing
College of Science’s Discover Science lecture April 2
Sets his sights on cross-discipline and industry collaborations
College of Science team uses experience to look ahead toward next year’s event
Exhibit features work of College of Science's Zeb Hogan, star of Nat Geo WILD’s Monster Fish show
Physics professor recognized by peers for contributions to plasma physics research and education
College of Science's Matt Forister authored important paper in leading science journal
College of Science Discover Science lecture Feb. 12 features Paul Wender
2014: Earthquake Engineering's cool building, a student's triumph and renowned Shakespeare expertise
College of Science's Nevada Seismological Lab seismic network does double duty as fire lookout system
University and Washoe County School District partner to provide STEM tutoring for high school students
College of Science professor studies wide range of topics based in earth science and physics
Nevada Seismological Laboratory continues to monitor ongoing activity in far northwest Nevada
In Nature Physics journal, Derevianko proposes to detect macroscopic imperfections in space-time
Andrei Derevianko recognized by Simons Foundation
McMurdo ice shelf and sea water interface temperatures recorded for first time by University of Nevada, Reno researcher
Students engage with professionals for Statfest 2014
University of Nevada, Reno and Rice University professors challenge old assumptions of tectonics
Sen. Reid hosts national, state and local experts at event at University’s Lawlor Events Center
Students, faculty, industry leaders, agency reps participate in informal forum on geothermal in Nevada
560,000 Nevada participants, including the University, will practice Drop, Cover and Hold-on earthquake response
Public invited to University’s first Discover Nevada open house at Great Basin Science and Sample Records Library in north Reno Oct. 15 and 16
Public invited to join a one-day excursion in the Carson City area for Earth Science Week
Award-winning professor David Kung featured in Discover Science Lecture Series.
University of Nevada, Reno student and faculty member find temperature directly impacts Major League Baseball teams and how they perform at home, on the road and in different stadiums
Lt. Col (ret) Warren Rapp hired to build industry collaborations, economic development
College of Science seismological network does double duty as fire lookout system
Colleges contributes to economic development through workforce development, research, and industry collaboration
University and DRI research shows rare fish struggling to survive
NevadaFit expanded to all colleges to drive student success
University and DRI continue important research work in many areas
Professor makes learning mathematics and logic fun for elementary, middle and high school students
New Math Department Chair Javier Rojo brings program to University
University of Nevada, Reno chosen for first-of-its-kind scientific gathering
Alex Keene awarded more than $1.4 million dollars to study the link between sleep and metabolism
College of Science researcher studies planet’s largest freshwater fish
International workshop to discuss socio-ecologic issues of mountain environments
University recognized best-and-brightest scholars during sixth annual signing ceremonies
University of Nevada, Reno’s Nevada Seismological Lab brings training and education trailer to area schools
University's Science Partners Program joins with Washoe County School District
College of Science researchers go to science conference in Vienna to present findings
Offers academic buffet for tailoring degree program, contributes to student employability
Names of outstanding teaching, research honorees engraved in University’s granite pillars
Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 14
Team of students from Reno's Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology builds and races moon-rover vehicle in partnership with Fleischmann Planetarium
Kurtresha Worden succeeds with her memory research in a poster competition
Students learn teamwork and gain real-life experience in collegiate competitions
Rangeland, soil, forest, water and megadrought expertise helps Nevada, western U.S.
Proceeds from art auction support biology scholarships
Department of Biology chair and past Faculty Senate chair brings research, teaching and administrative experience to new leadership role
Both honorees cited for exemplary work
Half of Nevada’s counties represented in 85 scenic photos available to public
Former chair of Faculty Senate cited for impressive credentials
Ocean explorer final speaker in this year’s free public Discover Science Lecture Series
University of Nevada, Reno earns four graduate school, 24 graduate program rankings
Deanna Needell will continue her studies on signal and image processing and compression
Science integrated in business a cornerstone to innovative interdisciplinary lecture series
Address by world's leading neuroscientist headlines a series of student- and campus-oriented events
New facility will offer science education and a look at historic collections of preserved plants and animals from the Great Basin and beyond
Distinguished scholar comes from Rice University in Houston, Texas
University graduate student’s research mapped out fault lines and geothermal areas of the Black Rock Desert
Q&A with local scientists to follow the film
Mackay School of Mines alumnus featured in public Discover Science Lecture Series talk
Several magnitude-3.2 quakes, no damage reported
Team member Chris Salls places fifth overall in competition at BYU
Jim Faulds recognized for work in tectonics and structural geology
Mackay School of Mines grad to talk on trade, technology and environment
Experts on hand Friday night at observatory on Redfield Campus in south Reno
The “Earthquakes, Chukars and Millionaires: The ‘Mackay Mines’ Story” exhibit will open Feb. 1
Innovative multi-disciplinary approach to build new and existing programs
Noah Finkelstein will give lecture on improving student engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics classes
University of Nevada, Reno partners with industry, state to enhance education, research and outreach in support of unmanned aerial system development
University of Nevada, Reno professor Stacia Gordon to discuss her research on partial melting at awards banquet in Vienna
Public invited to open house/unveiling Dec. 13 in historic Mackay School of Mines building
University hosts annual Great Basin Consortium conference Dec. 9 and 10
Best-selling author, NOVA science-show host featured in public Discover Science Lecture Series talk
Groundbreaking work in computational methods to locate signaling pathways in proteins featured
Science center continues its history of connecting the public to the University campus; offers $1 roll-back admission price now through Jan. 12
Professor begins second year of teaching and mining ventilation research at University of Nevada, Reno
Participants can take part in earth science discovery hike to collect rocks and map local geology
Ecosystem could take decades to recover from Deepwater Horizon blowout and oil spill
University faculty, staff and students will partake in earthquake drill at 10:17 a.m., Oct. 17
48 biology, neuroscience students complete College of Science pilot project
University of Nevada, Reno’s Mario Alpuche, receives five year grant from National Science Foundation
University of Nevada, Reno conducts invasives, forest health and environmental monitoring research
Geography professor brings broad scale data to Tahoe research
Will Richardson and Kirk Hardie, University graduates, advance wonders of Lake Tahoe through education
Foundation Professor Chaitan Gupta remembered for a brilliant life, teaching career
Mission supported University of Nevada, Reno’s efforts to connect state businesses with new opportunities
New platform in works to monitor environment, multi-hazards for use by statewide emergency managers
National Science Foundation grants Alex Keene $341,541 to study Mexican cavefish
Nevada Seismological Lab and Nevada Department of Emergency Management send preparedness messages
College of Science forest researcher to study climate, environment over past centuries
University of Nevada, Reno to build cyber infrastructure, workforce development related to NSHE-wide project
University of Nevada, Reno’s Anne Leonard investigates specialization by bumble bees
Bishop Manogue Catholic High School graduate caps academic career
Physics department researcher proposes new approach to fill missing piece of Einstein’s theory
Jade Keehn researches the effects of renewable energy on reptile communities
Brock Young, whose work has gone well beyond the Chemistry stockroom, named SEC Employee of Month
Public invited to free lecture in Discover Science Lecture Series
College of Science, School of Medicine neuroscience team publishes research results in Cell Reports publication
Online program teaches professionals, government officials variety of renewable energy topics
Students in rural Nevada regions and Discovery Museum to participate in Brain Awareness Week events
Funds, materials and motivation go a long way for SAIWI students in Panama
Seismo Lab leader to talk on novel methods for underwater paleoseismology
College of Science's Discover Science Lecture Series features public lecture Feb. 7
Ken Smith's work helped locate impact area quickly, accurately
Largest university laser and pulsed-power accelerator combo in US studies plasma physics, fusion
School of Journalism's Bob Felten honored not once, but twice, by Senior Scholars
Gifted pre-dentistry student Milan Montero makes her mark at Nevada
Renowned biologist to make appearance as part of Discover Science Lecture Series
The NBMG is selling a 15-month calendar including different geological themes in the state of Nevada.
Mechanical Engineering receives $1.2 million NSF grant for new science/engineering initiative
University’s Amy Altick wins award for Brain Awareness Week events
The University's James Faulds wins Peer Review Excellence award for geothermal technology project
Series of 145 small quakes recorded by seismological lab in past week 10 miles from campus bring awareness to drill
Renowned evolutionary biologist to make appearance Oct. 16 at 7 p.m.
Program Officer is named SEC Classified Employee of Month
College of Science seismological lab uses drill to help Nevadans learn, prepare for earthquakes
College of Science, ASUN team up to bring popular scientist-entertainer to campus
College of Science seismologist Glenn Biasi co-authors report with GNS Science in New Zealand
University of Nevada, Reno Academy snags spot as finalist in Geothermal Energy Association’s Honors awards
Heads State Climate Office in College of Science public service department
College of Science makes filtered telescopes available to public
Fourth consecutive year University course has received the award
University of Nevada, Reno student Anna Koster awarded major awards for excellence in academics, research
University of Nevada, Reno and Scripps Institution of Oceanography to collaborate
Nevada Geodetic Lab uses GPS and radar for most precise measurements over entire mountain range
Greatly reduced sperm viability caused by tetracycline passes from father to son in pseudoscorpions
Nevada Geodetic Lab operates largest GPS network processing system in world
Noted author and scientist Naomi Oreskes to speak April 17
School of Medicine interactive presentation travels to schools, libraries in Washoe County, Truckee
Young scientists compete for national tournament placement at state event on campus March 3
College of Science geophysicist John Anderson presents study at science conference in Vancouver, B.C.
Enrollment now open for new spring semester online courses
Climate change effects to be monitored continuously with new fiber-optic distributed temperature sensing
Tyler of geosciences to travel to Antarctica to measure ocean temperatures under McMurdo Ice Shelf
Women in Science and Engineering program marks fifth year and largest class ever
Two high-power telescopes and public viewing area featured for outreach and education
Chandra’s study found that 58 percent of the 26 historically sampled locations surveyed around the lake showed a decline of species or no native species at all.
New faculty member to present Dec. 2 in Discover Science Lecture Series
Reno team travels to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to present research
Many variables can come together to impact the planet’s harmony.
“Top 10” list highlights research being done to preserve Lake Tahoe
University of Nevada, Reno teams with Scripps Institution of Oceanography to test run cutting-edge acoustic technology in basin
Nevada researcher and student to explore impact of Arctic’s permafrost thaw
George Ochs brings more than 30 years experience to the event
Jonghwan Suhr receives NSF CAREER award of $400,000 for research
Project studies and helps protect freshwater megafish around the world
To tee or not to tee...
The annual College of Science Golf Tournament serves to support the Dean David P. Westfall Award for Academic Excellence Endowment, which aims to recognize the success of our highest achieving students in the College of Science.
Learn more about the 2024 tournament