Topic: research

illustration of a gamma ray burst
Research | November 1, 2009

Meet some of the researchers at UNLV who are conducting nationally recognized work studying space and the mysteries of the cosmos.

Photo of boat on Lake Mead
Research | November 1, 2009

While drought conditions in the West continue to produce record drops in water levels at Lake Mead, a rising tide of research at UNLV seeks to address some of the region’s most pressing water issues.

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Research | November 1, 2009

UNLV faculty demonstrate that research is actually the mother of invention – although necessity certainly got them thinking.

Portrait of Marta Meana
Research | November 1, 2009

The work of one UNLV master’s student and her supervisor on the psychological and social consequences of gastric bypass surgery led them to compile their findings in a new book, which explores the reasons why patients undergo the procedure and the varied ways that the dramatic weight loss changes their lives.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Research | September 1, 2009

Regents’ Creative Activity Award recipient; research on physical stability and Parkinson’s disease; the National Clean Energy Summit; and the health status of Nevada’s kindergartners.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Research | August 29, 2009

UNLV President Dr. Neal J. Smatresk and Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate College Dr. Ron Smith welcome readers to the Fall 2009 issue of Innovation.

Picture of speakers at Clean Energy Summit
Research | August 29, 2009

Experts in renewable energy from around the world came to campus to discuss research and policy matters.

portrait of Claudia Keelan and Douglas Unger
Research | November 1, 2008

The Atlantic Monthly ranks UNLV’s graduate-level creative writing programs among best in the nation.