School of Public Health Alumna of the Year took a detour from optometry to end up serving Clark County.

Paris Collier was drawn to UNLV School of Medicine's mission of serving both Nevada and underrepresented groups.

The discovery, reported in the journal Nature, opens door for reimagining the energy grid, technology, society

School of Nursing Alumna of the Year knew in the fourth grade she wanted to be just like her mother — a nurse.

Dr. Carmen Flores was undaunted by the naysayers along her bumpy path to becoming a surgeon.

The university's commitment to diversity drew this health sciences librarian to UNLV.

School of Dental Medicine Alumna of the Year Dr. Brandi Dupont pursued a career in oral health to help better serve those in need.

For nearly 20 years, UNLV Dental Medicine professor Christina Demopoulos has helped Southern Nevada children improve their dental health.

Seeing opportunities to meet needs during the COVID-19 crisis, the 2020 summer Ph.D. graduate stepped in to help. 

Outstanding Faculty Award winner Alona Angosta progressed from bachelor's to master's to tenured faculty at the university that made her feel welcome.

Focusing on the mental health of children helps UNLV psychiatrist Lisa Durette as she faces her own medical challenges.

UNLV geologist investigating 310 million-year-old fossil trackway from ancient reptilian creature.