News: Division of Research

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Campus News | March 17, 2023

A roundup of news stories highlighting UNLV faculty and students who made headlines locally, nationally, and globally.

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People | February 13, 2023

The research infrastructure manager finds joy in troubleshooting the inevitable research space issues all across campus.

Rebel Girls & Company dance team
Campus News | February 10, 2023

A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, new collaborations, and academic achievement.

Brett Abarbanel standing with arms folded at the Circa sportsbook
Business and Community | January 30, 2023

As more states adopt legal sports betting, International Gaming Institute leader Brett Abarbanel talks regulations, research, and the industry’s changing ‘boys’ club’ reputation.

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People | January 17, 2023

Beyond being passionate about researching climate change and its environmental impacts — Marie-Odile Fortier is unobjectively enthusiastic about educating others on the complex topic.

Brett Abarbanel
Campus News | January 5, 2023

Longtime research director brings nearly 20 years of advisory and leadership experience in transition to lead role.

A laser beam emitting a blue light is projected into a diamond anvil cell
Research | December 27, 2022

Groundbreaking discovery was the norm for Rebel researchers in 2022. Here's a selection of our favorite news-making UNLV research highlights from the year. 

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Research | November 29, 2022

With a rich store of lithium in our lands, the state has a chance to capitalize on the ever-growing demand for clean energy. Here’s how we can ensure this boom doesn’t go bust.

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People | November 17, 2022

Vice President for Research David Hatchett's first goal is hiring more staff to make it easier for faculty to get grant funding.

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People | October 31, 2022

After spending most of her public health career living out of a suitcase, Louisa Messenger has settled down to bring her expertise in infectious diseases and insects to Las Vegas.

Sam Sokalzuk works on object/people recognition for cars.
Campus News | August 10, 2022

NSF-funded program welcomes undergraduates from across the nation to UNLV for hands-on experiences alongside top faculty.

 

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Research | August 3, 2022

Newly published research builds on team’s landmark 2020 discovery of a room-temperature superconductor by replicating results with even greater efficiency.