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Mining success in the state has long supported the University with funding
Kichwa researcher visited ΒιΆΉΣ³» for six weeks to learn about renewables
Chemistry students practice teamwork before diving into experiments
20 years after starting as founding dean of the College of Science, David Westfall remains steadfast in his mission to support the College's students
The Center for Research in Economic Geology has helped unearth ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs mineral riches
The museum is open the first Saturday of every month
Nine students were celebrated at the biannual luncheon
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Tech Hub funding helps program expand to all degrees starting in spring 2025
The lab has expanded its mission to provide 24/7 wildfire monitoring
Water research on campus buoyed by the center is far-reaching
Faculty and students in the Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology are making great strides in the field
The program, started less than 20 years ago, has grown into one of the largest on campus
The museum has been on campus for over a century
Research published in the journal 'Science' shows 'buckyballs' exhibit interesting behavior
With hiring of new state climatologist, University research reaches new heights
The NSL partnered with NV Energy, Douglas County and AT&T to install the camera
Rediscovery of the elusive giant salmon carp is a call to action for the protection of the Mekong River and its remarkable biodiversity
Recent research sheds light on how freshwaters are threatened by climate change and impacts to winter
Geology professor receives renewed funding to continue work on Cordón Caulle
A dozen museums offering free admission from 10 a.m. β 4 p.m.
The ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology hosts annual Earth Science Week field trip
Honors College student Neufeld discusses his passion for inspiring future leaders
Speaker Jon Wellinghoff discusses efficiency opportunities on the electrical grid
Research study can shed light on decision-making based on hunger
USAID group hosted by ΒιΆΉΣ³» attends Lake Tahoe Summit
A research study published in Science shows better spatial memory is linked to longer lifespan in food-caching chickadees
Physicists develop a new method to study high-density plasmas using X-ray Free Electron Lasers
An unexpected cooling trend, followed by warming, threw models off
Loisel awarded $816,000 to study peatlands in the tropics
The work may improve scientistsβ ability to route water, sediment, and nutrients through river networks
Chemistry professor works on compound that could be used to treat diseases from cancer to hepatitis B
$700,000 research project funded to explore neurological disorders and everyday tasks; βPerception depends on the goalβ
Julie Loisel hosted the workshop at the ΒιΆΉΣ³» at Lake Tahoe
The John N. Butler Endowed Professor in Extractive Metallurgy becomes one of three recipients nationally to receive grant in 2024
Andrew Siciliano wants to pursue geochemistry research
Rankings provided by U.S. News & World Report put the ΒιΆΉΣ³» program in the top 100 in the U.S.
An effort to supply ΒιΆΉΣ³» plant seeds at the local, state and federal levels receives federal funding
These students earned the highest GPA in their programs
New research explores the microbial communities that live on plastic waste and how they impact the 2nd most biodiverse river in the world
The researchers found geometric complexity of nearby faults could play a role in the risk of earthquakes
99% of lakes were impacted by wildfire smoke for at least one day each year between 2019-2021, 89% saw 30 days or more of smoke
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency approves the 2024 Active Transportation Plan as warming temperatures and congestion continue to impact the region
From being recognized as ΒιΆΉΣ³» Outstanding Researcher to Sara Louise Hartman Endowed Professor, Derevianko is adding another item to his impressive list of accolades
The College of Science student, faculty and staff awards include several University-wide awards and external awards
The annual John W. Mackay Banquet took place on April 26
Neurodegenerative disease prevention, βblue zonesβ and environmental conservation to be discussed at the Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology keynote presentation
ΒιΆΉΣ³» researchers and scholars share their expertise and collaborate on potential wildfire management solutions
University leaders, programs and businesses recognized as top contributors to Northern ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs technological community at NCET Dragonfly Energy Technology Awards
Diaz Sanchez received an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, will pursue a Ph.D. at MIT
βI am passionate about inspiring others and finding a path to help make a differenceβ
The festival will feature a NASA space film, introductions from directors, receptions, refreshments and live music
Energy Solutions Forum speaker Karen Goldberg spoke about the methods her lab is pursuing to recycle carbon and plastic
Chemistry professor and colleagues awarded NSF grant to build quantum device
The spatial memory of mountain chickadees is influenced by genetics and may need to evolve with a changing climate
The summer 2024 effort will involve community volunteers and is supported by the National Institutes of Health, NOAA, Climate.gov and Heat Watch
A recently published article outlines the relationship between bee nutrition and flower visits
Student participants join researchers to support international conservation efforts
The free, public event will share information about geothermal energy production in ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Ten students traveled to Montana to show off their traditional mining skills
Graduate student Maddie Lohman and math professor Paul Hurtado are joined by Jevin West
Executive Vice President of Technology and Manufacturing at LanzaTech speaks at Energy Solutions Forum
Associate Professor Chris Rogers receives grant to study symmetry and support historically underrepresented research students
Electrical & Biomedical Engineering Associate Professor Xiaoshan Zhu receives NSF grant for project
Chemical Engineering Associate Professor David Cantu leads DOE-supported project
Discover Science lecturer on Feb. 22 will discuss the institution of science
Donations to the College of Scienceβs student emergency fund will be matched up to $50,000 thanks to generous alumni
A βcanary in the coal mineβ for climate change in the Sierra ΒιΆΉΣ³» mountains
Political science professor Elizabeth Koebele is joined by Colby Pellegrino
Interim ΒιΆΉΣ³» State Climatologist Tom Albright reviews the past three months and what it means for the state
The Donath Medal is awarded to a young scientist for outstanding research
Marc Nichol from the Nuclear Energy Institute shares nuclear technology developments
Chemistry student Jesus Diaz Sanchez and chemistry professor Brian Frost are joined by Joe Schwarcz
The goals of the interdisciplinary project are both scientific and educational
Alumni from the College of Science and Mackay School were honored at an event in October
Westfall Scholars honored with a luncheon with faculty mentors, friends and family
"I am a proud advocate and professional mentor in the fields of adolescence and disability."
Historical University commitment to mining continues
βI love science, and what better way to share that love with others than through teaching.β
A new community for Chicano/Hispanic and Native American STEM students officially arrives on campus
Rocks that naturally lay in precarious positions remained upright during an earthquake, surprising seismologists
Colby Pellegrino to discuss status of the Colorado River for Discover Science Lecture Series
Hamed Ebrahimian, Neil Lareau are part of interdisciplinary team led by the University of Hawaiβi.
Interim ΒιΆΉΣ³» State Climatologist Tom Albright reflects on the wet summer in ΒιΆΉΣ³» and what the next few months might bring
University takes part in annual earthquake preparedness drill
Scientists and natural resource managers gather to collaborate on environmental policy
Researchers from the Wonders of the Mekong project tagged the fish when it was caught over a year ago
Researcher partners with Lithium Americas to find sustainable carbon solutions
Schwarcz will be kicking off the 13th season of the Discover Science Lecture Series
The Advanced Human Dissection Team is made up of undergraduate students
Hope-Weeks brings her experience as an associate dean and chemistry professor
Students trained to examine interplay of biology and chemistry in NSF-funded program
This report brings to a close a three-and-a-half year stretch of having at least one ΒιΆΉΣ³» county under drought watch
Earthquake geologists on the GEER research team gain greater understanding of the impacts of the February earthquake
The STEM and Educator Student Partnership supports educators and provides mentorship for undergraduate students
Team Waponi is one of six teams from around the world to advance to the finals
Drought still remains in southern ΒιΆΉΣ³», but has disappeared in most of the state
ΒιΆΉΣ³» State Climatologist Steph McAfee shares a report on ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs climate over the past few months, and what to expect in the next quarter
The competition is focused on carbon management
ΒιΆΉΣ³» reservoirs are in good condition across the state; Lake Mead's levels have been rising
Research published in Nature reveals concentrations of microplastics in 38 lakes with plastic debris from textiles frequently identified
Jimson Huang, a dual Engineering-Math major, is the spring 2023 Herz Gold Medal winner
Water is widely thought to be critical to life. But why is that the case?
The session took a deep dive into the responsibilities of scientists to diversify the field
Those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community can use several techniques to boost their resilience in the face of discrimination
The wet spring across much of ΒιΆΉΣ³» alleviated drought and may provide a buffer against a rapid return to drought
Interdisciplinary researchers meet in Incline Village to discuss advances in the field of chemical ecology
Future STEM educators are learning to incorporate technology into the classroom
Renewable energyβs intermittent nature poses challenges to energy storage
Vote for the illusion Gideon Caplovitz created with his two daughters by May 27
The giant freshwater stingray faces numerous threats, data gives insight into conservation needs
The spring 2023 graduates include future urban planners, doctors, physicists and more
Tristan Morrice uses the Edward Morrice Mineral Processing Laboratory
Master teachers present at UTeach Institute professional development event
Chu receives $3.3M DOE ARPA-E grant to study mineral processing of rare earth minerals
Dr. Ilya Zaliapin, a professor of mathematics, passed away on May 2, 2023
Awardees are recognized for their exemplary service to students and their individual achievements
Only a small portion of the state is still in drought, and Lake Mead levels are forecasted to improve. Fire risk in northwestern ΒιΆΉΣ³» is likely to be higher than normal by July.
The team won first place at the 45th International Collegiate Mining Competition
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Community Relations publishes research in developmental genetics
The annual science and science fiction film festival to feature a visit from time travel expert
Scholars, curators, academics and students will present interactive discussions focused on our complex relationships with land, water and place
Jack Norbeck spoke about Fervo Energy's project with Google using geothermal energy in Northern ΒιΆΉΣ³»
The museums are hosting guests as part of the Northern ΒιΆΉΣ³» Science and Technology Festival
Global Water Center researcher pursues conservation solutions that sustain aquatic diversity and human needs
ΒιΆΉΣ³» State Climatologist Steph McAfee provides an outlook and report for climate and weather
Eva Pell will share what she learned while serving in the role and how she became a childrenβs book author
"I think the deep message of our work is that every voice matters."
Foundation Professor of Psychology Steven C. Hayes collaborates on new research highlighting the value of prosocial behavior at the individual and group level
McMinn Research Professor Jamie Voyles works to bring diverse voices into pathogen science
NREL Senior Research Fellow Joey Luther studies new types of semiconductors and their properties
Associate Research Professor Zeb Hogan's work to find, study and protect freshwater megafish featured
Senator Cortez Masto received the AASGβs Pick and Gavel award
All-female team of psychology researchers studying how low-cost biomarkers can be used in diagnostics
State Climatologist shares a quarterly update about ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs ongoing drought
Christopher Jones says we need to transition to renewable energy as well as implement direct air capture
The interim dean has long worked to ensure everyone has access to STEM education
Physics professor shares his thoughts on a surprisingly difficult question
de Bettencourt-Dias is one of four newly elected Fellows at the University
Researchers developing software to simulate autonomous mining operations
Discover Science Lecture Series brings renowned physicist to campus
Clemons-Magee Endowed Professor in Physics Thomas White seeks to understand the internal workings of planets beyond Earth
Caitleen Navarroβs standout experiences rewarded
International collaborations with the Global Water Center contribute to successful conservation efforts
The first speaker of the Energy Solutions Forum, Chris Field, gave an introduction on climate change-related problems and possible solutions. More speakers are coming these following weeks.
Lexi Timpone won first place for her science-themed video, three videos also recognized
Support from the national bicyclist organization continues after the Reno-Sparks area was selected as one of five communities nationwide to host a Bicycle Friendly Community Workshop.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» teams with Xerces Society in study of agricultural fields, urban interface
National conference allows students to interact with most influential Hispanic leaders in the country
Atmospheric chemist and a leading researcher of Saturn's largest moon, Titan, talks with physics and astronomy alum Donna dePolo and astrobiology professor Carlos Marsical
McMinn Professor Ilya Zaliapin uses statistical methods for hierarchies to understand natural phenomena
Recent study on Panamanian lizards generates more questions on role of the microbiome
Chickadee Cognition Lab showed supplemental feeding of the wild birds had no negative impacts when proper food is used
First MARC ΒιΆΉΣ³» cohort includes chemistry major Jesus Diaz Sanchez
Kenyan ants and the trees they live with threatened by invasive ant species
University researchers will gather and analyze weather data in Tahoe Basin for public distribution
Daniel Trugman joined the University in 2022
College successes, dean search launch and University Strategic Plan were subject of the annual State of the College presentation by Dean Katherine McCall
New exhibit explores climate through art, utilizes previously closed space
Geologist explains differences between meteorites and meteor-wrongs
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Laboratory professor receives prestigious award honoring outstanding contributions to the Seismological Society of America
Student researcher Lea Gifford suggests ways in which the Wolf Pack can help make spaces across campus more accessible
A multi-centennial drought termed the Late Holocene Dry Period could serve as a map for future climate projections, Indigenous human responses a model for resilience and adaptability
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborists respond to questions about weather-damaged trees and how to respond when limbs break or trees fall
Researchers attempt to better understand our mental landscape and actions we take to interact with it
Philipp Ruprecht aims to identify how and when lithium deposits are enriched
Three student posters won awards at the American Exploration & Mining Association Annual Meeting
Brings extensive experience in hydrological sciences to DOEβs review board
ΒιΆΉΣ³» has been experiencing drought after drought
Experts from the University community weigh in on what makes the fusion news out of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory so groundbreaking
First cohort of MARC ΒιΆΉΣ³» students includes chemistry student Kimberly Giannantonio
Research in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution provides a new explanation for why so many of the extinct marine reptiles died in the same location in central ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Reno faces challenges as a growing city in the era of climate change. Faculty in the College of Science are focused on solutions.
Bees pollinating plants and consuming plant nectar impacted by neonicotinoids
Ying Yang plans to design polymers that mimic living cells
Graduate student Lauren Sankovitch brings a MARVELous background of experience to the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering
Will your department's name be on the plaque next year?
Postdoc Eliza Grames works to aggregate data for insect decline synthesis
First MARC ΒιΆΉΣ³» cohort includes biomedical engineering major Jonathan Taasan
Six years of research leads to new theories (and new cooking methods) at the Puyehue Cordón Caulle volcano
The event brought together students, faculty, family, friends and former and current College of Science deans
Department of Geography professor will use her professional experience to help remedy past erasures
A generous donation will support a legacy of mathematicians and scientists
A Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant helps geographers, health scientists and community leaders identify areas of need
$5.3 million, NIH COBRE βPhase 3β award will further advance the mission and impact of the Universityβs Center for Integrative Neuroscience
Graduate student Shelby Herbert leads a discussion between the renowned science journalist and professors Sudeep Chandra and Zeb Hogan.
Research looking at preserved butterflies reveals the complex story in a grain of pollen
Graduate student Mara Nutt looks for answers in the Santa Ynez Mountains
Science writer Michelle Werdann attends Reno's local chapter of the international Nerd Nite event
The grants will be used in two different areas of plasma physics research
Recycle your lithium and rechargeable batteries and devices at the Joe
Sarah M. Hörstβs Discover Science lecture on Dec. 1
Researchers from the ΒιΆΉΣ³» found a lizard species that is not affected by the spider's deadly toxin.
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering Professor Stacia Gordon hits the road for another YouTube cameo
The books featured here were written or edited by faculty, alumni or students in the College of Science
Researchers from four distinct disciplines, engineers from ΒιΆΉΣ³» Gold Mines, Kinross, and McClelland Laboratories and University Libraries will bring a new learning tool to students
Among the awardees are Las Vegasβs city planner, a globe-trotting fish biologist, a psychologist providing culturally sensitive services and more
Yerington nears the completion of a USDA-funded project to remove and replace the rural ΒιΆΉΣ³» city's 100-year-old sewer and water systems.
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
Earth Science Week this year is celebrated from Oct. 9-15
Wilson Award winner Amy Morris tackles questions related to proprioception
First cohort of MARC ΒιΆΉΣ³» students includes microbiology and immunology student Lauren Carreire
Chris Kratt travels to Antarctic to set up temperature sensing devices and retrieve data
Researchers in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering weigh in on a hotly debated topic in tectonics and geomorphology: the age of the Sierra ΒιΆΉΣ³» mountain range
Earthwatch award helps student bring her caterpillar research home
Inaugural talk to be held at ΒιΆΉΣ³» at Lake Tahoe
Adult giant salmon carp documented in the Mekong River for first time in 18 years
As a first-generation Latina in mining, Isabel Peñaloza Araujo feels proud of her accomplishments, especially as an international student in the U.S. She is well on her way to accomplishing plenty more
Assistant geological engineering professor Michael Gardner visited the sites of flooding in Yellowstone National Park to determine how geostructure integrity was compromised
Joshua Bonde β03 (biology) brings expertise and personal experiences to revitalize museum
For first-generation college students in the College of Science, a support system has reemerged
Atmospheric scientist Pat Arnott shares how hot air balloons ascend into the Reno skies
Researchers found pesticide-contaminated plants in nurseries in 15 states
The weeklong bootcamp helps incoming freshmen prepare for their first semester of college.
The Biology Peer Instruction Program provides leadership and teaching opportunities to undergraduates. Those experiences follow them through their lives.
Many mathematicians in the College of Science work in pure mathematics, but the field often blurs the lines between math and art.
Andrew Revkin, an award-winning environmental and sustainability journalist, will bring some of the insights heβs gained in his 34 years of reporting experience to the University on September 8. Revkinβs lecture will kick off the 12th season of the Discover Science Lecture Series.
This season's lineup includes a range of disciplines. Registration for the first lecture on September 8 is now open.
With the latest round of this prestigious NSF award, the Universityβs community of faculty-recipients grows
New program aims to diversify fields of biomedical research and practice.
Theoretical physics inspires harmony on the University Quad
Hydrogeology student Drake McCrimmon found space to be himself while doing science on the Greenland ice sheet.
Students in Northern ΒιΆΉΣ³» got the opportunity to learn from graduate students and professors at the Daugherty Summer Science Exploration program.
Nicole Choma reflects on how experiences in undergraduate research, marching band and other scholarly activities have enhanced her college journey
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
International team now tracking the 661-pound giant freshwater stingray's movements to better understand, protect the species and key freshwater habitats
Many of the students plan to continue their education, while others start work upon graduating.
The 2022 meeting is being hosted by the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology.
This year, seven students won awards from the Board of Regents or the University.
An all-time high of 13 student-awardees affiliated with the ΒιΆΉΣ³» receive the prestigious NSF fellowship
Metallurgical Engineering professor Ehsan Vahidi to serve as associate editor of Frontiers in Sustainable Resource Management
The Mackay School honored donors, alumni, faculty and staff with a focus on celebrating the successes of students at the 2022 Mackay Banquet.
Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt discusses what it was like to be on the Moon's surface, what we're still learning from the samples brought back to Earth and what the future of lunar exploration looks like
de Bettencourt-Dias has a lengthy list of contributions to her field, as well as invaluable service to the University and its students.
The psychology professor, who has worked at the University for 32 years, received the award in her final year before retirement.
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Scientific Lead in the development of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine discusses her research and work, the importance of good mentorship, and finding her place in science.
Alumnus of the Department of Geographyβs Land Use Planning Masterβs program aims to address climate change and invest in climate-smart infrastructure in rural ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Deep pools in Mekong River may be home to world's largest freshwater fish
NSF EPSCoR investment will increase capacity for wildland fire research, education, and workforce development
Tibbitts winner known for her enthusiasm for her subject matter
Internationally renowned for development of ACT, evidenced based form of psychotherapy
View and vote on short science and science fiction films in the Planetarium's full-dome theater May 4-6
The course will be available to University students this fall
Researchers from the Department of Geography are making use of new drone technology with support from the Global Climate Change Foundation.
Experience in Undergraduate Research and McNair Scholars Program leads to NSF graduate fellowship award for CABNR student
Jamie Voyles will be celebrated with her colleagues at the University's Honor the Best event
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
International effort led by USAID Cooperative Project, Wonders of the Mekong, to launch April 22
Renowned number theorist Dr. Ken Ono shares his deep connection to the life and work of Srinivasa Ramanujan in the latest episode of the Discover Science podcast.
The scientific lead for the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine research team was named a TIME Magazine Hero of the Year. Registration for her lecture is now open.
Elizabeth Pringle will study how plant chemistry changes in response to drought in the Great Basin.
The Museum uses interactive experiences to teach visitors about the natural world.
Dedicated teamwork and resource-efficient initiatives secured the American Chemical Society award for the second time
College of Science researcher leading one-year project to address urban and rural water issues
College of Science Interim Dean Katherine McCall named a hallway in the Davidson Mathematics and Science Center after her great aunt.
The Global Water Center is made up of faculty from all over the University community. Learn about their work to better understand and protect our most precious resource.
Tagging and release of Mekong giant catfish, giant barb and river catfish highlight the immense value of biodiversity and ecosystems in the region
The Discover Science Lecture Series continues with a visit from Apollo 17 astronaut and scientist Harrison Schmitt who stepped off the Moon's surface on December 19 during the last lunar visit.
As flowers start to bloom and the weather warms, garter snakes begin to emerge from their hibernations.
Creative strategies needed to address long-term shortages, say three ΒιΆΉΣ³» professors
Professional chapters, students and University clubs reach out to the community with brain science.
Celebrating Mayo Clinic cardiologist alumna on International Women's Day
Stacia Gordon has been featured in several videos on CWU Professor Nick Zentner's YouTube channel.
Mathematician Ken Ono will present his Discover Science lecture answering this question on March 10, following a screening of the movie βThe Man Who Knew Infinity.β
Researchers asked whether caterpillars that aren't picky about what they eat occupy larger habitats.
The STEM Sisters is a program associate biology professor Jamie Voyles started to encourage girls to explore the possibility of a STEM career.
Protect Our Winters group featured in "Winter Sports are on Thin Ice"
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Researchers in the Department of Chemistry were awarded $2.5 million to study molecular magnetism.
Physics professor Timur Tscherbul explains some of the intricacies of quantum computing.
The annual competition selected the top three videos, along with two honorable mentions and a most-engaged watch party to win prizes.
Student researchers studied security in a variety of fields.
Two graduate students in the geography program spotted a new behavior in a lizard species.
Atmospheric scientist Neil Lareau explains the global impacts of the Tongan volcano eruption.
Associate Dean Vincent Catalano reflects on colleague Hyung Kyu Shin's 60 years of ongoing research and support.
From wind turbines to a pepper plant: a multi-disciplinary team of University and Indigenous Amazonian researchers work to untangle a complex web of interactions
In honor of National Mentoring Month, six faculty members reflect on what it means to be an impactful mentor to undergraduate researchers
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering professor finds ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the building sector, up to 9.4 gigatons of carbon dioxide through 2050
High radiation on Mars is one of the many reasons the Red Planet seems inhospitable. Two chemistry professors from the University are using solutions from early Earth to solve that problem on Mars.
Paving the Wolf Pack Way is a series of stories showcasing Wolf Pack Way alumni from the College of Science.
The lunch banquet celebrated the students who graduated at the top of their class in each department in the College of Science.
Alumna Lily Liu reflects on her time as an undergraduate in the College of Science and how she found a role as a peer mentor.
Students, faculty and alumni participated in many aspects of this year's AEMA conference
Museum, history, indigenous peoples, documentary projects benefit community
Researcher Jennifer Hoy hopes to better understand how the brain identifies stimuli as positive or negative, and the behaviors that follow.
The center opened early last month to provide services for young children with learning disabilities.
High elevation field lab yields mountains of research data
New exhibits and updates have reinvigorated the Museum of Natural History, the Keck Museum and the Fleischmann Planetarium, all now open to the public after extended closures related to the ongoing pandemic
College of Science study finds climate change a factor in decrease of snowpack in the Western United States
Reflecting on its rich history and looking toward the future, the Fleischmann Planetarium as it finds its new home in the College of Science
The Wednesday Discover Science lecture with astronaut Harrison Schmitt canceled with the potential to reschedule
Pack Research Experience Program and TRIO STEM Scholars offer mentorship and sense of belonging to sophomore pre-med student
University freshman Luke Miers represented the USA at the Snowshoe MTB World Cup
Chu will use the professorship to establish connections with the mining industry, support his other research and expand opportunities for students.
Christopher Barile's research aims to create a new renewable energy source by recycling carbon dioxide in the atmosphere into useful fuels.
Funds raised support ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology
Alumni from the College of Science and the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering were commended at last night's annual event.
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
Detailing the actions individuals and organizations can take to make more equitable healthcare
Through research and mapping, geography graduate student and member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Autumn Harry recognizes Indigenous place names to honor her Numu (Northern Paiute) homelands.
Michael Gardner visited Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium as part of a reconnaissance team to see how geo-structures performed with severe flooding.
Researchers at ΒιΆΉΣ³» and DRI launch new citizen science project to gather ashfall data
Tour western ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs hydrologic cycle and rapidly evolving landscapes with the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology Saturday, October 16
La Profesora Asociada Lorraine Benuto capacita a los estudiantes para brindar servicios psicológicos en español
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology Lorraine Benuto trains students to deliver psychological services in Spanish
College of Science professors study fourth state of matter
As extended smoke and ash continue to impact the Lake Tahoe Basin, researchers hope to better understand if and how the iconic alpine lake can recover.
NSF funds $12.5 million for institute to study resilience to infectious disease
Assistant Professor Yinghan Chen's research will advance statistical methods for estimation in the design of educational assessment, psychiatric diagnosis techniques
From handwritten letters to donating hot meals, postdoctoral fellow and clinical psychology Ph.D. Jena Casas offers advice on how you can support wildland firefighters this challenging fire season.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» becomes 39th state to create multi-agency unit to serve research and conservation of wildlife, fisheries and habitats
International researcher and professor of biology Sudeep Chandra is named new director of the Ozmen Institute for Global Studies.
Psychology professor Allen Gardner and his wife Trixie earned worldwide acclaim teaching Washoe the chimpanzee American Sign Language
ΒιΆΉΣ³» and DigitalPath technicians deploy latest technology onto mountaintop camera platform
The College of Science welcomes an astronaut, leading COVID-19 vaccine developer and more for its 2021/2022 season
Members of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology discuss the COVID-19 vaccine technology, hesitancy, distribution and more for the Discover Science podcast
Ana de Bettencourt-Dias, the Susan Magee and Gary Clemons Professor of Chemistry, is the only chemist in Northern ΒιΆΉΣ³» to date to have received the honor of being named an ACS fellow
Take photos of the organisms you see anywhere in ΒιΆΉΣ³», post them to iNaturalist, and experts will help you identify which species you observed!
Community Collection available for browsing online, featured in new Libraries exhibit
Unraveling the sub-surface geology of the Truckee Meadows using fiber-optics
Rural ΒιΆΉΣ³» teachers get support in offering earth sciences curriculum
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Global Water Center researchers studied impacts of six major 2018 wildfires
Department of Biology paper tests the Drift-Barrier hypothesis to determine why genomes of species vary so much in size
Assistant Professor Simon Pierautβs paper was featured in the May 26 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience
8 awardees representing 4 colleges/school receive NSFβs prestigious award in support of early-career success and continued development
College of Science event encourages student philanthropy as they become young alumni
Dr. Nikhil C. Trivedi, '70 Metallurgical Engineering M.S., is awarded one of the highest professional honors accorded an engineer.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology Lorraine Benuto receives this year's Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Leadership Award
Statistics and data science master's student receives the Cavanaugh Community Volunteer Award for launching the Reno Burrito Project
Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Anna Panorska has received the Universityβs Graduate Academic Advisor Award
Molina's research focuses on plasma and condensed matter physics under the mentorship of Assistant Professor Thomas White
The Universityβs Distinguished Faculty award tops Scott Mensingβs decorated career
Biology major and dual chemistry, business administration minor, moves on to medical school
Professor of Biology and Director of the Museum of Natural History named Foundation Professor for extraordinary record of achievement
Teaching Associate Professor of Biology receives the Regents' Teaching Award
College of Science student receives the Sam Lieberman Regents' Award for Student Scholarship
Doctoral student in clinical psychology receives the Sam Lieberman Regents' Award for Student Scholarship
Teaching Associate Professor Jennifer Hollander receives the Paul and Judy Bible Teaching Excellence Award
Festival offers in-person and online passes May 4-9 for films from around the world
Dr. Altick receives the Outstanding Outreach and Engagement Faculty Award for her work with the Society for Neuroscience
Foundation Professor and Director of the Universityβs Center for Integrative Neuroscience Michael Webster discusses the complex adaptations of our visual senses in his March 11 Discover Science virtual lecture.
Professor Thomas Bell receives prestigious award for his numerous scientific accomplishments.
Barile receives the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Foundation Early Career Innovator Award
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering will bring delegates from around the world for hands-on trainings in energy resource minerals governance related topics.
Kinross Term Assistant Professor in Mining Engineering Javad Sattarvand comments on the challenges overcome by the ΒιΆΉΣ³» mining industry over the past year.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» long-standing research yields new data
Professor and Chair of the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering and member of the Mars Exploration Rover Team answers questions about roving on Mars.
In 1908, James Churchβs interest in snow and the mountains led to the invention of the snow sampler, a device that greatly advanced the development of snow science
Assistant professor of physics receives funding to include undergraduate students in cutting edge physics research
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Christopher Barile's research aims to create processes for recycling carbon dioxide and nitrogen
Students receive financial assistance for everything from tuition to groceries.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» leads collaborative study on insect declines
Foundation Professor and planetary scientist Wendy Calvin will discuss the evolution of Mars rovers in her March 11 Discover Science virtual lecture.
Video highlights technology and thought-leadership behind ALERTWildfire, developed through the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Laboratory
Katherine McCall, associate dean, assumes acting College of Science dean position
ΒιΆΉΣ³» conducts international rivers study based on new approaches in science
ΒιΆΉΣ³» leads study on insect declines
New program aims to raise interest and opportunities in neuroscience research for individuals who are typically underrepresented in the field.
Southside Studio becomes home to robotics-based education and competition teams, strengthening the path to degrees and careers
With the help of a mentor, undergraduate students can apply for paid research opportunities
Interdisciplinary approach from ΒιΆΉΣ³» Extension keeps people informed and involved
Philanthropist and scientist Mick Hitchcock, Ph.D. continues to support scientific progress and research capacity
Students take home cash prizes for short videos depicting life as science students in annual competition.
Census of marine plankton fossils reveals inability to adapt to large shifts in climate
The College of Science recognizes exceptional alumna Lisa LeMond.
Students launch a new club aimed at increasing diversity in the field of medicine
ΒιΆΉΣ³» and the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Alumni Association recognize 9 graduates with top grade-point average
Results of research published in science journal Nature could help freshwater fisheries worldwide
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology compiles scenic photos, ΒιΆΉΣ³» facts in annual calendar
College of Science public event moves online, high-intensity wildfires subject of third talk
Graduate student recognized for Cognitive Brain Sciences outreach and education for community
College of Science public event moves online, Museum of Natural History focus of second talk
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Bureau of Mines and Geology event Sat., Oct. 17
Campus community encouraged to be earthquake aware and to Drop, Cover and Hold-on
College of Science awarded $10 million DOE grant to develop comprehensive βtoolkitβ for industry
College of Science public series moves online, geothermal energy first topic
University graduate student Blaize Abuntori teams up with Colleges to aid homeless
The Department of Psychology's Early Childhood Autism Program has served patients, families, students and program founder Patrick Ghezzi.
EH&S safety program to recognize the role of teaching assistants and students receives national award
EPA awards $800,000 to the School of Community Health Sciences for research into the distribution of chemicals within the body
Public-private partnership project shows favorable results
College of Scienceβs Zeb Hogan co-author of comprehensive global report
University collaborates with tribe to protect the longest self-sustaining population of trout
Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Paul Hurtado and ΒιΆΉΣ³» State Biostatistician and College of Science alumna Kyra Morgan talk COVID-19 and how theyβre using numbers to make sense of it all.
Dr. William F. Tate IV speaks with the College of Science about his research revealing the uneven contours of the education pipeline.
College of Science experiments validate numerical modeling method for variety of uses
Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium pivots to virtual with project presentations from a variety of disciplines, from STEM to the social sciences, arts and humanities
Harmful pesticides found in Western Monarch breeding ground
The Universityβs 2020 Outstanding Researcher award recognizes the amazing discoveries, scientific contributions and career of Geoff Blewitt
In his first five years, the chemical biologist has led important research on bacterial communication and raised the bar for grant funding
Leading biomedical researcher Mick Hitchcock shares a message of congratulations online in lieu of a traditional graduation speech.
Trevor J. McMinn Research Professor of Biology works to understand insects including butterflies and other pollinators, and to affect public perception of insects in the Western United States
University geoscience teams monitoring, finding, mapping damage and surface ruptures
Research to find, study and protect freshwater megafish and freshwater biodiversity a major focus
Amy Fitch and Elena Pravosudova are 2020 Tibbitts Teaching Excellence award winners
Faculty share congratulations with NSF GRFP recipients and students offer advice for others interested in applying.
Watch the short documentary Fertile Waters and an episode of Mineral Monday, both official selections in the festival, on May 5 at 7 p.m. at the virtual festival.
Energy conservation may be a major function of sleep, according to new study
College of Science biologist contributes to global effort
Elizabeth Everest (WiSE graduate) and Connor Billman of the Department of Biology both received the prestigious award.
Leading researcher and psychologist Professor Steven Hayes reveals a scientifically proven trick for dramatically reducing how often you touch your face
The latest prestigious early-career awards will advance research in wildfire-smoke forecasting, battery performance and understanding brain function
College of Science seismological lab tracks seismic activity in Silver State
Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering student receives prestigious award granted to the top 5% of student participants.
Geologist and newly appointed Director of the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering plans to continue Mackayβs proud legacy with a fresh vision for the school in mind.
Physics department assistant professor part of international team that tracked jets ejected from black hole
Between the two competitions, the Department of Mathematics and Statistics brought home numerous prizes and accolades.
Students take home cash prizes for short videos depicting life as College of Science students.
Tanya Kelley named to guide the range of programs and services to encourage pursuit of research, scholarly and creative activities by undergraduates
Free public Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday at Redfield Auditorium
Prestigious science journal publishes College of Science researchersβ milestone findings
Three universities collaborating to develop visual archive to be used for research, artificial intelligence development
Plant, caterpillar, parasitoid interaction studied for 22 years by biologists in College of Science
Free public Discover Science Lecture Series to be held at Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
Graduate Students in the Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering took home 1st and 3rd in the meeting's poster competition
Voting is open for University Professors Gideon Paul Caplovitz and Jean-Paul Perrotte's illusion entry: the Rotating Circles.
Brounstein, Class of 2016, endowed the Zachary R. Brounstein Scholarship fund.
Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering honored as an early career scientist by the American Geophysical Union.
Mineral Monday heads up to Virginia City with two very special guests in this three-part season finale.
The Chemistry Demonstration Series, launched by a professor-student duo, ignites a passion for science in K-12 learners.
Learn about the stunning mineral cerussite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday
College of Scienceβs seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn, prepare for earthquakes
Watch this week's episode about the mineral, hemimorphite, and check it out in the Keck Museum for yourself.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Foundation Professor in the Behavior Analysis program and originator and pioneering researcher into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Steven Hayes, publishes two books.
Participants will learn about the geology of the Truckee Meadows and Virginia City
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday featuring the Keck Museum's wolframite specimens.
The College of Science and Mackay School honored an impressive group of alumni at the annual Alumni of the Year reception on September 25.
College of Science invites top scientists for free Discover Science Lecture Series public lectures
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn and prepare for earthquakes
University receives $1.25 million grant to create an interdisciplinary team of professionals, partnered with the worldβs largest mining companies, in order to advance technology and automation in mines.
Biology professors Zeb Hogan and Sudeep Chandra receive 4 years of funding for their research in Cambodia.
Learn about the mineral that holds the number 1 spot on the Mohs Hardness Scale.
Learn about the mineral, corundum, on this week's episode of Mineral Monday with Garrett Barmore.
Department of Physics alumnus Rick Kraus ('07) was awarded the PECASE for materials and planetary science research
Gregory Crouch is biographer of ΒιΆΉΣ³» benefactor
First comprehensive global population study of giant freshwater fish, mammals, reptiles and amphibians shows sharp declines, highlighting the need for timely and targeted conservation efforts.
His career studying and improving engineering of bridges now shifts to building connections to resources, opportunities, colleagues
Camera goes live on ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs AlertWildfire website
From photography to winemaking and illustration, professors in science and engineering combine passions for art with careers in STEM
College of Science leads effort to monitor, research, assess earthquake hazards
Biologist Jamie Voyles receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award to continue research
Professor of Geography and US Army veteran paratrooper Ken Nussear participated in the 75th anniversary reenactment of D-Day
Jennifer Hollander nominated by faculty and awarded for teaching success
College of Science geologists are successful with new exploration methods for renewable energy
College of Science physics professor Hiroshi Sawada leads high-energy-density plasma group
Robinson, an alumna of the College of Science, delivered the commencement address at the 2019 College of Science and College of Engineering graduation ceremony.
College of Science team successful with new exploration methods for renewable energy
Record number of degrees, 3,201, conferred during University's 129th Commencement
Mineral Monday competition winner, Vera, co-hosts this week's episode of Mineral Monday about the Ichthyosaur.
College of Science biologist Zeb Hogan on international team of scientists
Community-based undergraduate researchers join with faculty mentors to explore problems and offer understanding and ideas to make a difference
Learn about the mineral sphalerite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday
Take an interactive walking tour of 10 University museums on and around campus
Congratulations to Vera for submitting her winning video, Fossil Fridays: Mosasaurus!
Plant pathologist Bob Zeigler to present at Discover Science Lecture Series
Cyberinfrastructure Day 2019 highlighted where we are and where we are going with research technology support
James Kenyon named director of ΒιΆΉΣ³» institute designed to complement and extend the energy, experience and potential in the neurosciences
College of Science biology professor Jamie Voyles participated in international study
The Mackay Muckers had enough female recruits for both men's and a women's teams for the first time in five years.
Margery McKnight Carr was the only woman and the third in history to have graduated from the Mackay School of Mines in 1951
Anne Leonard and Felicity Muth sit down to talk about their research, what's coming next and overcoming stereotypes
Dafoe, a graduate of the College of Biotechnology, Agriculture & Natural Resources rangeland science program, takes us through life as a rangeland consultant
Anne Leonard awarded National Science Foundation grant to fund bumblebee research
Karen Lloyd will speak on her recent research at the Discover Science Lecture, Thursday March 14
Chemistry professor creates new technology for vastly improved smart window performance
College of Science geologist on the science team for the rover Opportunity
Long-term, extensive study in Sierra ΒιΆΉΣ³» range yields behavior, memory and selection data
The Keck Museum is excited to announce its first-ever Mineral Monday competition!
UNR Med-led research team corrects a 150-year-old wrong concept regarding sperm transport; findings could lead to new treatment for male infertility
Professor Julie Allen leads research using big data to address biodiversity issues at the global scale
A look back at some remarkable images from the Mackay School's past.
Lahontan cutthroat trout species re-discovery was the most clicked on ΒιΆΉΣ³» Today story in 2018
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geologyβs regional-scale lidar mapping provides novel insights into earthquake, flood and glacial history
The Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology welcomes Dr. Paul Cox at December 2018 Launch Symposium
1,864 degrees conferred during two ceremonies on Saturday
Climate, weather set the stage for uncontrollable inferno in Redding, California
Mathematics & Statistics Assistant Professor Mihye Ahn on her research and rise in academia
Learn about the beautiful green mineral, dioptase, on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
This week's specimen looks like a diamond, is called a diamond, but is not a diamond at all!
ΒιΆΉΣ³» biologists study effect of herd restoration over past 50 years
This week, learn about common opal, precious opal and ΒιΆΉΣ³»'s state mineral, black fire opal.
Free public event, College of Science Discover Science Lecture, Nov. 15
This week's mineral shares its namesake with a famous group of museums and research centers. Any guesses?
College of Science Director of Advising, Recruitment and Retention honored at annual national conference
Associate Professor Alexander M. van der Linden explains the need for sleep, and how simple organisms with a completely mapped nervous system are key in understanding sleep regulation and function.
Take a trip out to Newmont Mining Operations Twin Creeks facility on this week's episode of Mineral Monday!
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn, prepare for earthquakes
College of Science's ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology to lead free public tour Saturday
Topaz, often used in jewelry, is the subject of this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
College of Science's ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab goes to great heights to help firefighters
Learn about the tabular mineral aragonite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Service learning opportunities offered in the geography department at the ΒιΆΉΣ³» has students building community ties for marginalized populations
College of Scienceβs seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn, prepare for earthquakes
The Hitchcock Center will formalize and enhance the highly successful interdisciplinary and international collaborations in the fields of chemical ecology and natural products chemistry.
Garrett heads out on the road again this week for another field trip edition of Mineral Monday!
New programs range from a minor in graphic design to a B.S. in biotechnology
Discover Science Lecture Series brings solar system tour guide and astronomer to talk with community
This week, Garrett shows us a few exciting pieces in the Keck Museum's mining history collection.
This relatively common mineral is popular with collectors because of its beautiful blue hues.
Learn about this ancient marine reptile on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Explore this incredible geological site and hear the Burning Man Organization's plans for the property in this special field trip edition of Mineral Monday.
College of Science and UC San Diego team with regional agencies to help firefighting efforts
Casap is the Education Evangelist at Google and speaks to education influencers about the role of web and tech-based learning
More than 1,700 incoming freshman β nearly half of all ΒιΆΉΣ³» freshmen β to participate in program designed to increase college success
College of Scienceβs Graham Kent talks about successful mountaintop fire tracking system
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday and learn about the mineral cinnabar.
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday and learn about the mineral stibnite.
Past University research honorees offer faculty community a voice on campus and beyond
Watch this week's episode of Mineral Monday about the many fluorite specimens on display at the Keck Museum.
Universityβs Christopher Barile discusses how smart windows can be the future of windows
Recognized for early successes and discoveries in research fields of chemistry, psychology
Biology professor travels off the grid to the dangerous Salween River in Myanmar to start the new season
Explore one of the Keck Museum's off-site storage locations with curator Garrett Barmore.
2018 Foundation Established Innovator Awardee is working with compounds that have the potential to save lives and improve health
For this week's episode of Mineral Monday, learn about this common mineral that comes in many different colors.
University program addresses qualified math, science teacher shortage and continues to expand as students develop a love for teaching
Shawnice Kraeber is the first post-baccalaureate student to graduate from ΒιΆΉΣ³» School of Medicine
Jeff Harper, Universityβs 2018 Outstanding Researcher, contributes to advancements in plant biology through βextraordinaryβ research
The Mohs Hardness Scale is often used as a first step when classifying rocks and minerals.
Students in the School of Mines traveled to Camborne, England for 40th international competition
Through Community-Based Research, students explore problems and offer understanding, tools and ideas to make a difference
This week on Mineral Monday, learn about two unique formations of native silver or silver nuggets.
For this week's episode of Mineral Monday, Garrett takes us back in time to the early days of mining on the Comstock here in our home state of ΒιΆΉΣ³».
Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography Adam Csank is representing ΒιΆΉΣ³» as the National Geographic Geography Steward
This week's specimen illustrates a unique feature of this ancient shark species.
Sugar Bowl Resort, University partner to study regional weather, climate and water impacts for California and ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Learn about the mysterious tektites for this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Universityβs Mary Peacock publishes research on recovering ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs local monster fish
The Mary Louise and John Mackay Silver Collection showcases about 58 ornately designed silver service pieces, and is one of the Keck Museum's more famous collections.
Wakabayashilite is one of the rarest minerals in the Keck Museum's collection.
Community welcome to attend family-fun event at the ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Mick Hitchcock will speak April 5 at 7 p.m. as part of the Discover Science Lecture Series
Learn about this yellow tabular mineral called wulfenite on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
Hitchcock is a ΒιΆΉΣ³» trustee and bio-pharmaceutical researcher revolutionizing HIV treatment
Learn about this prehistoric species of elephant on this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
College of Science leads efforts to bring internet to the wilderness for hazard monitoring
Learn about the fast-moving mineral halite in this week's episode of Mineral Monday.
S. James Gates, Jr. talks about his career, the physics question that has become his "white whale," and what fulfills him most in life.
College of Science leveraging technology for public safety
Learn something new about ΒιΆΉΣ³» on this week's episode of Mineral Monday!
Researchers reconstruct the relationship between changing sociopolitical conditions and their effect on the landscape.
The mineral hematite is considered the most important iron ore because it is mined and then refined into iron.
World-renowned theoretical physicist S. James Gates Jr. is known for his research on supersymmetry as well as his advocacy for diversity in education.
This week, learn about the mineral staurolite and its unique twinned formation.
The Keck Museum houses the only public collection of fossils found at the Carson City trackway.
Philipp Ruprecht and team get treated to several eruptions in trek on northern peninsula
This week, explore the Keck Museum's extensive native copper collection.
The ΒιΆΉΣ³» partners with five other universities nationwide to offer new topics in hydrology research.
Each Monday, explore the many amazing minerals, fossils and historical objects on display at the W.M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum with curator Garrett Barmore.
University reports several magnitude 2 and lower quakes, no damage reported
The film "Ganzorig and the River Wolf" offers a unique perspective into the work of local Mongolian scientist, Ganzorig Batsaihan.
A ΒιΆΉΣ³» faculty member interviewed 61 scientists at four top research universities, examining how they think about commercial rewards
Three Teaching Assistants recognized for their success in undergraduate chemistry lab safety
University research into Neu5Gc sugar lays groundwork for research in diets, transplants, and diseases.
The ΒιΆΉΣ³» partners with five universities nationwide to teach new topics in hydrological research.
Presentations represented a variety of disciplines, including sustainable plant production and street art in virtual reality
New genetic study methods, targeted seed production in four-year study by CABNR, College of Science
College of Science and Davidson Academy students and professors meet with Julie Robinson prior to her lecture
Zeb Hogan and Sudeep Chandra's research on taimen in Mongolia could inform sustainable fly fishing and ecosystem management globally.
Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 9, free and open to the public
New programs include a doctorate in mathematics, a major in dance, a minor in Middle Eastern studies and more
Cross-campus collaboration brought together a quantum physicist and a geophysicist to look for particles
Scholarship recipients met with donors at the annual College of Science Scholarship Luncheon
Discover Science Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 9, free and open to the public
Experimental physicist and professor Andrew Geraci studies ultralight matter at the College of Science
Students can win a pizza or donut party for their class if they take and post a picture with #ShakeOutPizza
Biology scholar receives $60,000 For Women in Science Fellowship for her work with bees
Scott E. Page comes to the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Thursday, Oct. 12.
Alan Alda engages students and professors about science communication
NSF grant funds ΒιΆΉΣ³» research, expeditions, education about birds and urbanization
ΒιΆΉΣ³» leads effort to increase workforce in life sciences for ΒιΆΉΣ³» industries
Discover Science Lecture Series begins its seventh year at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
ΒιΆΉΣ³» neuroscientists find clues in genetic studies
Early-stage proof-of-concept funding applications now open for ΒιΆΉΣ³» Research and Innovation Corporation program
Nearly 1,450 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
College of Science receives $1.5 million from DOE for Phase III of project to find βblindβ systems
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Fleischmann Planetarium is excited for upcoming solar eclipse
Win-win-win: ΒιΆΉΣ³» Terawatt Facility hosts research, Israeli-based company invests in equipment and proton-therapy advances for cancer treatment
Biologists work to identify small toads published in science journal
Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth unites engineers, artists, scientists, crafters to share their hobbies, experiments and projects
A day of firsts βΒιΆΉΣ³» governor the first governor to arrive in an autonomous vehicle to the Universityβs first bill signing
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab system helps firefighters respond to wildfires with mountaintop monitoring
University honorees receive Teaching Award, Academic Advising Awards and Student Scholar Awards; in addition to Regents' Researcher and Rising Researcher of the Year
The award-winning author and professor will discuss how natural history influences values
Undergraduate Research develops resources to further facilitate students in pursuit of research in various fields
The event will feature 11 museums covering diverse interests from astronomy to art
The biology professor and researcher have been making waves with their work on bees
Celebrated herpetologist and rewilding proponent Harry W. Green will talk snakes and returning developed land to its natural state
11 museums covering a range of interests will participate in the campus-wide event
ΒιΆΉΣ³» teams with international agencies to study fish migration in Tonle Sap River
Discover Science Lecture Series takes a spin through the solar system on March 16
Seed-grants support creative, interdisciplinary research such as effort to explain why smell plays such a key role in life
Vladimir Pravosudov has spent his career studying behavior and cognition in small birds
Discover Science Lecture Series turns its eyes to the sky March 16 as part of the series
David Alvarez-Ponce is a contributor to a new paper that explores the evolution of the cephalotus plant
College of Science-led multi-institution study focuses on southwest United States
College of Science's Global Water Center team begins work to conserve one of worldβs largest rivers
Michael Dickinson, will speak as part of the ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Discover Science Lecture Series
Sid Pathak and his studentsβ work on carbon nanotubes will soon grace the lunar surface
Andrew Zuza will study the unique history of ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs geology, tectonics and crustal deformation
The five-year grant will fund research on interactions between insects, microbes and their environment
Coalition of partners launches Intelligent Mobility to develop and test solutions for safe, clean and efficient transportation in Reno-Sparks-Carson βLiving Labβ
Michael Dickinson to present Feb. 16 in free Discover Science Lecture Series at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Bridget Ayling took over the director position at the GBCGE last spring
ΒιΆΉΣ³» seismologists work with other agencies to monitor, respond to events
ΒιΆΉΣ³» associate professor Jill Heaton's work in the southern African nation benefits students both there and here
Universityβs Global Water Center builds team to conserve one of worldβs largest rivers
College of Science geophysics team identifies new dangers
Evening presentation will explore the evolution of science and how research conduct has made a significant impact on the world around us
Universityβs partnership with Tahoe Prosperity Center expands mountaintop monitoring
Eric Scerri to speak Nov. 10 at Discover Science Lecture Series at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Public invited to have fun while learning with the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology
Astronomer, Astrobiology Ambassador Derrick Pitts to speak at College of Science lecture series Oct. 13
National Geographic exhibition featuring the work of ΒιΆΉΣ³» researcher Zeb Hogan opens at the Tennessee Aquarium
Universityβs seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn, prepare for earthquakes
ΒιΆΉΣ³» and University of Wyoming team up to trace coevolution of trees and birds
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series Oct. 13 at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Grant to help further her bee behavior research in Anne Leonard Lab
Research team led by College of Science Associate Professor Matt Forister
President Barack Obama praises ΒιΆΉΣ³» Sen. Reid for saving Lake Tahoe
More than 1,000 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab to initially integrate eastern California within the Tahoe-Truckee corridor
New University collaboration approved by the ΒιΆΉΣ³» System of Higher Education Board of Regents
Fire camera system built and maintained by ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab
The University includes 50 National Merit Scholarship Finalists and 300 Presidential Scholars - and growing
Don Hardy in English and Sarah Cummings in Chemistry, the University's finest teachers for 2016, share many common traits
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab in College of Science continues to monitor seismic activity
Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering students compete in a variety of events
Biology student earns top grade-point average, plans for a career in healthcare
Annual 'Day at the Museum' event to open 11 Museum District locations to the community
Robert Williams is next speaker for the Discover Science Lecture Series, April 21
Seismological Society of Americaβs annual meeting to address latest earthquake research
Two grad students and professor studied seismic effects of devastating, deadly earthquake
Earthquake Economic Resiliency Forum for public, economic leaders and disaster officials
Robert Williams next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series April 21 at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Students compete against other top schools by engaging in real world engineering problems
Symposium on UAS applications for search and rescue hosted by ΒιΆΉΣ³»
ΒιΆΉΣ³»Teach offers STEM majors interested in secondary education a dual degree, without added cost or time, ensuring practiced teachers enter the classroom
College of Science researcher studies planetary geology
Paul Alan Cox next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series March 10
Cartographers and GIS Specialists recognized for their work on two maps
Registration open now for symposium on drone and robotic applications for search and rescue
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series Feb. 4 at Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
Project in the College of Science Leonard Lab funded through National Science Foundation
Zeb Hogan, ΒιΆΉΣ³» biologist hosts new season of popular Monster Fish series
Next speaker in the College of Science Discover Science Lecture Series
Quakes centered six miles south of downtown; minor damage reported
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geologyβs new calendar includes geological images and information on ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs scenic wonders
What was really incredible is that I happened to be visiting at the time of the catch. It's a one-in-a-million opportunity.
University Biologist and National Geographic Explorer Zeb Hogan on hand to tag and release Giant Mekong Catfish
National Geographicβs Monster Fish traveling exhibition visits Reno
Lasers and fiber optic cable used for research projects around the world
Key water issues explored through student presentations and panel discussions
Next speaker in the Discover Science Lecture Series at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
College of Science grad student continues to lead team on hawk sighting adventures
ΒιΆΉΣ³» math professor, researcher successfully rides from Nogales to Mexico City
Public invited to have fun while learning with experts in two-night adventure at Great Basin Science and Sample Records Library
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Bureau of Mines and Geology to lead community on Earth Science Week field trip Oct. 17-18
Register now for Drop, Cover, Hold On public earthquake drill
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Innevation Center, βPowered by Switch,β will propel innovation, economic impact
College of Science to hold talk and field trip Oct. 3 to commemorate ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs largest earthquake
Conference encouraging open discussion of Tahoeβs environment now in its final year
Recognized for advancements in environmental processes through novel measurement, theory and international collaboration
College of Scienceβs Discover Science lecture Oct. 1
College of Science 24/7 fire monitoring camera system unveiled at annual Tahoe Summit
College of Science's ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Laboratory monitors the year-long earthquake swarms
ΒιΆΉΣ³» invasive fish removal project at Lake Tahoe continues
ΒιΆΉΣ³» teams with agencies in private-public partnership to preserve ecosystem
ΒιΆΉΣ³», Flirtey and Drone America team with NASA
U.S. Department of Energy project calls on University expertise in geologic modeling and geothermal exploration
Bureau of Land Management and ΒιΆΉΣ³» team up to protect rangeland and forests
Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center helps students from Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology design and construct space rover for competition
Registrations for symposium is free and open until July 24
ΒιΆΉΣ³»'s Seismo Lab building comprehensive system to cover region with fire-spotting technology
College of Science seismological lab director offers science-grounded view of Hollywood disaster film
Team experiences shaking as they survey structures for ground motion clues
College of Science team searching for geophysical clues south of Kathmandu
Josh Regalado receives a scholarship to pursue research at the ΒιΆΉΣ³» in biological processes
Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 13
ΒιΆΉΣ³» team to continue ongoing research south of Kathmandu, Nepal
ΒιΆΉΣ³» College of Scienceβs Discover Science lecture May 7
University cross-college collaboration, active student recruitment and support, compact and flexible degree plans, and early and intensive field teaching experience set this national UTeach program apart as the gold standard in secondary STEM education
Consortium of 12 museums on and near the ΒιΆΉΣ³» hosts May 2 event
John Anderson recognized for work in the field of strong-motion earthquake research
Twelve museums connect for community event
ΒιΆΉΣ³» College of Scienceβs Discover Science lecture May 7
As appointees to the ΒιΆΉΣ³» Drought Forum, Doug Boyle and Mark Walker will help set the course to water sustainability for ΒιΆΉΣ³»
From historic role to todayβs rangeland, soil, forest, water and megadrought expertise, faculty members help ΒιΆΉΣ³», western U.S.
Reno company provides cutting edge clinical toxicology and pharmacogenetics testing to health care providers across the nation
A decade of discovery by College of Science researcher Zeb Hogan shows big fish disappearing
College of Scienceβs Discover Science lecture April 2
Sets his sights on cross-discipline and industry collaborations
College of Science team uses experience to look ahead toward next yearβs event
Exhibit features work of College of Science's Zeb Hogan, star of Nat Geo WILDβs Monster Fish show
Physics professor recognized by peers for contributions to plasma physics research and education
College of Science's Matt Forister authored important paper in leading science journal
College of Science Discover Science lecture Feb. 12 features Paul Wender
2014: Earthquake Engineering's cool building, a student's triumph and renowned Shakespeare expertise
College of Science's ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab seismic network does double duty as fire lookout system
University and Washoe County School District partner to provide STEM tutoring for high school students
College of Science professor studies wide range of topics based in earth science and physics
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Laboratory continues to monitor ongoing activity in far northwest ΒιΆΉΣ³»
In Nature Physics journal, Derevianko proposes to detect macroscopic imperfections in space-time
Andrei Derevianko recognized by Simons Foundation
McMurdo ice shelf and sea water interface temperatures recorded for first time by ΒιΆΉΣ³» researcher
Students engage with professionals for Statfest 2014
ΒιΆΉΣ³» and Rice University professors challenge old assumptions of tectonics
Sen. Reid hosts national, state and local experts at event at Universityβs Lawlor Events Center
Students, faculty, industry leaders, agency reps participate in informal forum on geothermal in ΒιΆΉΣ³»
560,000 ΒιΆΉΣ³» participants, including the University, will practice Drop, Cover and Hold-on earthquake response
Public invited to Universityβs first Discover ΒιΆΉΣ³» open house at Great Basin Science and Sample Records Library in north Reno Oct. 15 and 16
Public invited to join a one-day excursion in the Carson City area for Earth Science Week
Award-winning professor David Kung featured in Discover Science Lecture Series.
ΒιΆΉΣ³» student and faculty member find temperature directly impacts Major League Baseball teams and how they perform at home, on the road and in different stadiums
Lt. Col (ret) Warren Rapp hired to build industry collaborations, economic development
College of Science seismological network does double duty as fire lookout system
Colleges contributes to economic development through workforce development, research, and industry collaboration
University and DRI research shows rare fish struggling to survive
ΒιΆΉΣ³»Fit expanded to all colleges to drive student success
University and DRI continue important research work in many areas
Professor makes learning mathematics and logic fun for elementary, middle and high school students
New Math Department Chair Javier Rojo brings program to University
ΒιΆΉΣ³» chosen for first-of-its-kind scientific gathering
Alex Keene awarded more than $1.4 million dollars to study the link between sleep and metabolism
College of Science researcher studies planetβs largest freshwater fish
International workshop to discuss socio-ecologic issues of mountain environments
University recognized best-and-brightest scholars during sixth annual signing ceremonies
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab brings training and education trailer to area schools
University's Science Partners Program joins with Washoe County School District
College of Science researchers go to science conference in Vienna to present findings
Offers academic buffet for tailoring degree program, contributes to student employability
Names of outstanding teaching, research honorees engraved in Universityβs granite pillars
Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 14
Team of students from Reno's Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology builds and races moon-rover vehicle in partnership with Fleischmann Planetarium
Kurtresha Worden succeeds with her memory research in a poster competition
Students learn teamwork and gain real-life experience in collegiate competitions
Proceeds from art auction support biology scholarships
Rangeland, soil, forest, water and megadrought expertise helps ΒιΆΉΣ³», western U.S.
Department of Biology chair and past Faculty Senate chair brings research, teaching and administrative experience to new leadership role
Both honorees cited for exemplary work
Half of ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs counties represented in 85 scenic photos available to public
Former chair of Faculty Senate cited for impressive credentials
Ocean explorer final speaker in this yearβs free public Discover Science Lecture Series
ΒιΆΉΣ³» earns four graduate school, 24 graduate program rankings
Deanna Needell will continue her studies on signal and image processing and compression
Science integrated in business a cornerstone to innovative interdisciplinary lecture series
Address by world's leading neuroscientist headlines a series of student- and campus-oriented events
New facility will offer science education and a look at historic collections of preserved plants and animals from the Great Basin and beyond
Distinguished scholar comes from Rice University in Houston, Texas
University graduate studentβs research mapped out fault lines and geothermal areas of the Black Rock Desert
Q&A with local scientists to follow the film
Mackay School of Mines alumnus featured in public Discover Science Lecture Series talk
Team member Chris Salls places fifth overall in competition at BYU
Several magnitude-3.2 quakes, no damage reported
Jim Faulds recognized for work in tectonics and structural geology
Mackay School of Mines grad to talk on trade, technology and environment
Experts on hand Friday night at observatory on Redfield Campus in south Reno
The βEarthquakes, Chukars and Millionaires: The βMackay Minesβ Storyβ exhibit will open Feb. 1
Innovative multi-disciplinary approach to build new and existing programs
Noah Finkelstein will give lecture on improving student engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics classes
ΒιΆΉΣ³» partners with industry, state to enhance education, research and outreach in support of unmanned aerial system development
ΒιΆΉΣ³» professor Stacia Gordon to discuss her research on partial melting at awards banquet in Vienna
Public invited to open house/unveiling Dec. 13 in historic Mackay School of Mines building
University hosts annual Great Basin Consortium conference Dec. 9 and 10
Best-selling author, NOVA science-show host featured in public Discover Science Lecture Series talk
Groundbreaking work in computational methods to locate signaling pathways in proteins featured
Science center continues its history of connecting the public to the University campus; offers $1 roll-back admission price now through Jan. 12
Professor begins second year of teaching and mining ventilation research at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Ecosystem could take decades to recover from Deepwater Horizon blowout and oil spill
Participants can take part in earth science discovery hike to collect rocks and map local geology
University faculty, staff and students will partake in earthquake drill at 10:17 a.m., Oct. 17
48 biology, neuroscience students complete College of Science pilot project
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Mario Alpuche, receives five year grant from National Science Foundation
ΒιΆΉΣ³» conducts invasives, forest health and environmental monitoring research
Geography professor brings broad scale data to Tahoe research
Will Richardson and Kirk Hardie, University graduates, advance wonders of Lake Tahoe through education
Foundation Professor Chaitan Gupta remembered for a brilliant life, teaching career
Mission supported ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs efforts to connect state businesses with new opportunities
New platform in works to monitor environment, multi-hazards for use by statewide emergency managers
National Science Foundation grants Alex Keene $341,541 to study Mexican cavefish
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Seismological Lab and ΒιΆΉΣ³» Department of Emergency Management send preparedness messages
College of Science forest researcher to study climate, environment over past centuries
ΒιΆΉΣ³» to build cyber infrastructure, workforce development related to NSHE-wide project
ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Anne Leonard investigates specialization by bumble bees
Bishop Manogue Catholic High School graduate caps academic career
Physics department researcher proposes new approach to fill missing piece of Einsteinβs theory
Jade Keehn researches the effects of renewable energy on reptile communities
Brock Young, whose work has gone well beyond the Chemistry stockroom, named SEC Employee of Month
Public invited to free lecture in Discover Science Lecture Series
College of Science, School of Medicine neuroscience team publishes research results in Cell Reports publication
Online program teaches professionals, government officials variety of renewable energy topics
Students in rural ΒιΆΉΣ³» regions and Discovery Museum to participate in Brain Awareness Week events
Funds, materials and motivation go a long way for SAIWI students in Panama
Seismo Lab leader to talk on novel methods for underwater paleoseismology
College of Science's Discover Science Lecture Series features public lecture Feb. 7
Ken Smith's work helped locate impact area quickly, accurately
Largest university laser and pulsed-power accelerator combo in US studies plasma physics, fusion
School of Journalism's Bob Felten honored not once, but twice, by Senior Scholars
Gifted pre-dentistry student Milan Montero makes her mark at ΒιΆΉΣ³»
Renowned biologist to make appearance as part of Discover Science Lecture Series
The NBMG is selling a 15-month calendar including different geological themes in the state of ΒιΆΉΣ³».
Mechanical Engineering receives $1.2 million NSF grant for new science/engineering initiative
Universityβs Amy Altick wins award for Brain Awareness Week events
The University's James Faulds wins Peer Review Excellence award for geothermal technology project
Series of 145 small quakes recorded by seismological lab in past week 10 miles from campus bring awareness to drill
Renowned evolutionary biologist to make appearance Oct. 16 at 7 p.m.
Program Officer is named SEC Classified Employee of Month
College of Science seismological lab uses drill to help ΒιΆΉΣ³»ns learn, prepare for earthquakes
College of Science, ASUN team up to bring popular scientist-entertainer to campus
College of Science seismologist Glenn Biasi co-authors report with GNS Science in New Zealand
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Academy snags spot as finalist in Geothermal Energy Associationβs Honors awards
Heads State Climate Office in College of Science public service department
College of Science makes filtered telescopes available to public
Fourth consecutive year University course has received the award
ΒιΆΉΣ³» student Anna Koster awarded major awards for excellence in academics, research
ΒιΆΉΣ³» and Scripps Institution of Oceanography to collaborate
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Geodetic Lab uses GPS and radar for most precise measurements over entire mountain range
Greatly reduced sperm viability caused by tetracycline passes from father to son in pseudoscorpions
ΒιΆΉΣ³» Geodetic Lab operates largest GPS network processing system in world
Noted author and scientist Naomi Oreskes to speak April 17
School of Medicine interactive presentation travels to schools, libraries in Washoe County, Truckee
Young scientists compete for national tournament placement at state event on campus March 3
College of Science geophysicist John Anderson presents study at science conference in Vancouver, B.C.
Enrollment now open for new spring semester online courses
Climate change effects to be monitored continuously with new fiber-optic distributed temperature sensing
Tyler of geosciences to travel to Antarctica to measure ocean temperatures under McMurdo Ice Shelf
Women in Science and Engineering program marks fifth year and largest class ever
Two high-power telescopes and public viewing area featured for outreach and education
Chandraβs study found that 58 percent of the 26 historically sampled locations surveyed around the lake showed a decline of species or no native species at all.
New faculty member to present Dec. 2 in Discover Science Lecture Series
Reno team travels to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to present research
Many variables can come together to impact the planetβs harmony.
βTop 10β list highlights research being done to preserve Lake Tahoe
ΒιΆΉΣ³» teams with Scripps Institution of Oceanography to test run cutting-edge acoustic technology in basin
ΒιΆΉΣ³» researcher and student to explore impact of Arcticβs permafrost thaw
George Ochs brings more than 30 years experience to the event
To tee or not to tee...
The annual College of Science Golf Tournament serves to support the Dean David P. Westfall Award for Academic Excellence Endowment, which aims to recognize the success of our highest achieving students in the College of Science.
Learn more about the 2024 tournament