Francis Cucinotta (Health Physics and Diagnostic Sciences) has been honored with the 2020 Harry Reid Silver State Research Award for his outstanding research achievements. Cucinotta's work has garnered national and international recognition. One of UNLV's most prestigious awards, the Harry Reid Silver State Research Award was created in 2001 to honor then-U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, who has contributed significantly to research in Nevada and to recognize faculty who have performed research that is highly regarded and responsive to the needs of the community and state.