Articles by Natalie Bruzda

Building Startups, Bridging Communities: Alum Nurtures Local Tech Talent
Piotr Tomasik, a computer science graduate and serial entrepreneur, is driving a local tech renaissance one internship — and startup — at a time through new UNLV program.

UNLV Expert: The Future of Transportation
Shashi Nambisan, director of UNLV’s Transportation Research Center, explores sustainable solutions for a robust and efficient transportation system.

Not Running Dry: UNLV Project Tackles Water Scarcity in Rural Communities
Interdisciplinary research team led by the College of Engineering explores innovation in wastewater reuse at the household level.

Sticking Around: Retention Is on the Rise in the College of Engineering — and for Good Reason
Several key initiatives have boosted student success, helping the college achieve its highest-ever freshman retention rate.
The Interview: Jaekeun Cho
The international programs director puts UNLV Engineering on the (global) map.
UNLV Expert: Here's How to Address Skyrocketing Pedestrian Fatalities
Erin Breen, longtime safety advocate, on the Maryland Parkway project and other transportation improvements coming to the Valley.
UNLV Summer Camp Turns Teen Drivers into Champions for Safety
The workshops and accident re-enactment immerse students in urban infrastructure planning issues.
The Interview: Shengjie (Patrick) Zhai
This biomedical researcher takes you behind — and under — the lens to learn about his zeal for AI, the iPhone, his camera, and his students.

UNLV Awarded Over $2M in Federal Funding to Decarbonize Domestic Iron and Steel Production
Funding is part of Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) program to develop zero emissions ironmaking and ultra-low life cycle emissions steelmaking.