- Informational Webinar and Deadline Extended - President's Interdisciplinary Research Accelerator ChallengeInformational / Q&A Webinar This research development opportunity offers research teams the opportunity to receive professional support for their project. This may include planning activities to identify appropriate grant opportunities, support in identifying intermediate steps toward larger grants, grant writing support, grant review and feedback, and research team strategic…
- Federal Shutdown Impacts and ResourcesUpdate November 13, 2025 The federal government has reopened following a 43-day shutdown. For questions regarding federal grant funding, please contact the Office of Sponsored Programs at osp@unlv.edu. Update October 2, 2025 A federal government shutdown commenced on October 1, 2025, following a lapse in congressional appropriations. Each federal agency is executing…
- SciVal 30-day Trial - Starting October 1The UNLV Libraries has secured a 30-day trial to SciVal by Elsevier. SciVal is a web-based research performance analytics tool from Elsevier that uses data from the Scopus database to help researchers and institutions analyze and benchmark their research output and impact. It provides tools to identify research trends, find collaborators, assess institutional strengths,…
- Proper Laboratory Waste ManagementEffective chemical waste management is essential for safety and regulatory compliance. All hazardous waste must be clearly labeled, stored in appropriate containers, and segregated by type. Never mix incompatible wastes. Complete the required waste disposal request form when the waste container is full or before twelve months since the accumulation start date, and someone…
- Register for 13-Week Webinar Wednesday: Researcher SeriesThe 13-Week "Webinar Wednesday" Researcher Series has begun. Each week, Division staff will take a deep dive into the tools, processes, and support systems that help researchers succeed - offering an in-depth look at the services and resources our offices provide. Researchers are encouraged to join any or all sessions that interest them. See the list of topics below and…
- Call for Proposals: Spring 2026 Catalyst Grant Program for Hospitality and Gaming InnovationThe UNLV Office of Economic Development (OED) utilizing its Black Fire Innovation Lab (“BFI”) and in collaboration with the UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality, International Gaming Institute and Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering is pleased to announce a call for Product and Service Development (“PSD”) grant proposals under the Faculty Opportunity Award: Catalyst…
- Required Research Security Training (RST)Updated on 9/17/25 to include NIH: Starting October 10, 2025, any PI/Co-PI or senior/key personnel planning to submit a proposal to the National Science Foundation (NSF) (Important Notice No: 149: Update to NSF Research Security Policies) or the National Institutes of Health (NIH) (Implementation of NIH Research Security Policies) are required to complete research security training (…
- Updated Date (01/28/26) for the Interdisciplinary Research SymposiumDue to conflicts with other University-wide events, the Division of Research has rescheduled the Interdisciplinary Research Symposium. Please release the calendar hold for October 14, 2025, and save the new date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00am - 4:00pm The Call for Participation deadlines for the following have been extended to October 1, 2025 by 5pm. What sessions would…
- President's Interdisciplinary Research Accelerator ChallengeThe President’s Interdisciplinary Research Accelerator Challenge provides support to interdisciplinary research teams to work with a national research development firm, McAllister & Quinn, on extramural funding proposal planning, development, and review. The Challenge involves two phases: 1) Teams develop a short proposal outlining their project; 2) 6 teams will…
- Call for Participation 2025 Interdisciplinary Research SymposiumThe UNLV 2025 Interdisciplinary Research Symposium will be held on October 14, 2025 from 8:00 am - 4 pm in the Student Union. The goal of the Symposium is to provide attendees with opportunities to: Engage in sessions designed to build knowledge and capacity for participating in interdisciplinary projects. Foster collaboration around research and scholarship. …
- Save the Date - 2025 Interdisciplinary Research SymposiumSave the Date - Join the Division of Research for the 2025 Interdisciplinary Research Symposium on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 8:00am-4:00pm! Presentations highlighting the range of interdisciplinary scholarship happening at UNLV Opportunities to connect and collaborate Discuss strategies for engaging in interdisciplinary research and scholarship Learn from colleagues engaged…
- 2026 Nevada Regents' Awards - Applications Due September 15, 2025The Division of Research is pleased to accept nominations for the following awards through September 15, 2025, 11:59 pm PT. The nominee should compile all required application materials in a single PDF file and submit it online through the UNLV InfoReady Opportunities Portal. The Nevada Regents' Awards for Creative Activities are presented annually to two permanent full-…