News: School of Life Sciences
A nearly native Las Vegan, Nemanja Novakovic had planned to leave Nevada when it came time for college. But that was before he discovered his academic dreams could be fulfilled at UNLV.
The new Office of Undergraduate Research helps students engage in and celebrate their research and creative activity.
Three UNLV graduates were recognized by President Len Jessup during Winter Commencement Dec. 15 for their academic and research excellence.
Our Alumni of the Year tell us what the learned when they dealt with deadly viruses, used a crate for a desk, and faced a life-altering medical crisis.
Three UNLV scientists will present their work during an Alzheimer's research symposium Nov. 13 on campus.
Microbiology professor Penny Amy leads a formidable team in honeycomb warfare.
Why UNLV researchers bred their fruit flies to be obese — and what their work reveals about heart disease.
UNLV personalized medicine researchers seeking patent on potential HIV cure. Their technique uses a plant protein widely used in agriculture industry.
82 percent of America’s three largest national parks are infested with at least one type of foreign foliage that’s ripe for becoming brushfire kindling.
Among the 2,700 students expected to graduate this week, five will receive special recognition at commencement. Here's why they were selected.
UNLV researchers discover the pupfish's unique ability to go without oxygen. Unfortunately, it comes at a cost to the endangered species.
