The mergers, measured one month apart in 2024 by LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA collaboration, advance scientific understanding of the nature of black hole formation and fundamental physics; offer evidence of "second-gen" black holes.  
 

In new study, published in Astrophysical Journal Letters, collaboration of scientists detail recent observations explaining how planets form over time.

A selection of top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

As the weather starts to finally feel like fall, students give their take on the UNLV experience.

Chill vibes and a focus on observing and preserving nature have students flocking to UNLV's Birding and Conservation Club.

Sciences Alumnus of the Year Scott Wade parlayed a campus job into a prolific career as an environmental scientist (and novelist … and karate black belt … and community leader).

From transforming labs to managing events, this admin assistant brings order, heart, and hustle to the College of Sciences.

The top news stories starring university students and staff.

UNLV research team develops mRNA cocktail to intravenously and directly reach the pancreas, allowing for potentially revolutionary treatment options; lead researcher Chandra Bhattacharya becomes university's first to earn national award. 

Research published in PNAS confirms fossilized marine invertebrates serve as a powerful tool for understanding long-term ecological change and informing modern conservation efforts.

The program helps undergrads explore a rapidly growing industry in need of skilled workers.

The program helps undergrads explore a rapidly growing industry in need of skilled workers.