News: Division of Research

Taylor Garson in Wing lab using research equipment
Campus News |

New Ph.D. graduate Taylor Gerson credits faculty for putting her on the path toward graduate research.

Eliza Wiggins in office with view of Las Vegas Strip
People |

For IGI's community programs manager, the answer is always 'YES' when it comes to supporting career development in youth.

Artist depiction of cosmic black hole merger
Research |

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.  
 

Ayan Sengupta stands next to MRI machine
People |

Health Physics and Diagnostic Sciences professor brings expertise and cultural pride to UNLV’s new neuroimaging facility.

artist conception of planets near large star
Research |

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

Kasra Ghaharian and students involved in State of AI report
Research |

This latest initiative from the International Gaming Institute is setting the standard for ethical AI use in the industry.

Huang Chen works inside his Fluid Innovation Lab
Research |

UNLV aerospace engineer Huang Chen turns turbo engine research into life-saving pumps for failing hearts.

Radioactive contents safely contained in David Hatchett's lab space.
Research |

How UNLV radiochemistry is pioneering the future of energy in the Southwest by salvaging strategic materials from nuclear dumps – and making it safe.

Liuba Williams in a white lab coat and working in a lab
Research |

By making it easier to trace components used in detonations, Liuba Pauline Williams is helping prevent the spread of nuclear materials.

cannabis cultivation center
Business and Community |

How UNLV’s Cannabis Policy Institute is both shaping and changing the conversation around marijuana.

vials in a research lab
Campus News |

Program provides patients access to new treatments and improves local healthcare through collaboration with medical professionals.

exterior of Martian surface
Research |

UNLV geochemist Libby Hausrath – a member of NASA's Mars Sample Return Team – and colleagues share stunning new research in the latest issue of the journal Science.