News: School of Integrated Health Sciences

President Whitfield speaking at a podium
Business and Community |

Take a moment on March 30 to recognize the contributions UNLV's medical professionals are making to our community.

Two people work on an exercise involving passing a ball back and forth
Research |

After pivoting from planned research, a physical therapy professor's Zoom classes offer exercise outlet to Down syndrome patients.

Professor Ashkan Salamat in his lab at U.N.L.V.
Research |

A yearlong collection of UNLV faculty making the news for their discoveries and contributions to the community.

brain scan imaging
Research |

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has barred neuroscience Ph.D. student Andrew Ortiz from the lab, he continues to research diseases that affect millions of Americans.

Clouds hang over the Las Vegas Strip
Campus News |

Reasons for hope aren't just confined to UNLV's academic halls. Here are just a few places where 2020 inspired staff and students to find new paths forward.

A man sits on a couch with his wife and four children
People |

Integrated Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year Edwin Suarez's interest in physical therapy started with an injury of his own.

man in front of El Camino car
People |

Coming to UNLV at a most unusual time, President Keith E. Whitfield remains undaunted and ready to make his mark as a Rebel.

upclose shot of man with sensors on his head
Research |

Alumnus Andrew Nordin develops technique that provides clearest view yet of how the brain responds to obstacles when people are walking or running.

A scientist in a white lab coat rests his hand on his chin
Research |

Dr. Jeffrey Cummings examines drug pipeline for treatments, and finds reason for optimism.

white bags filled with food
Business and Community |

Funds will help food pantry staff purchase food, equipment, and a new online ordering system, and expand nutrition education to the community. 

Outdoor portrait of Stacy Palacios-Esparza.
People |

The administrative assistant III and business student shares tips on keeping her life organized and productive.

artist rendering of brain
Campus News |

The Chambers-Grundy Center for Transformative Neuroscience will advance research and the science of treatment for Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders.