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University of Nevada study shows alligator lizard resistant to black widow venom

By Art Benavidez | Nov 7, 2022

If you have ever pondered who would win in a fight between a black widow and an alligator lizard, researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno have an answer for you.

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Hörst to speak at UNR: 'We can work together to learn about the world around us'

By Art Benavidez | Nov 6, 2022

A planetary scientist is scheduled to visit the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and give a lecture on Saturn's largest moon, Titan.

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Gibson on Halloween safety: 'It can be a dangerous holiday night for children'

By Art Benavidez | Nov 5, 2022

Clark County held several Halloween events in neighborhood parks and recreation facilities to provide a safe atmosphere for those who celebrate the holiday.

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UNR professor: 'Our department contributes to the science behind fuels management' in forest fire research

By Art Benavidez | Oct 31, 2022

Scientists at the University of Nevada, Reno, are working on a research project intended to investigate how vegetation helps accelerate forest fires.

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King on being recognized by UNR’s College of Science: ‘Proud University of Nevada, Reno alumnus’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 31, 2022

Alumni from the University of Reno’s Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering and the College of Science were recently recognized for their achievements.

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Nevada Seismological Lab Director on earthquakes: ‘Nevadans need to realize we live in earthquake country’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 27, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno recently held an earthquake drill in an effort to raise awareness among the public.

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Dr. Makienko on UNR students helping local businesses with marketing: ‘Help to support (the) entrepreneurial ecosystem in Reno Sparks area’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 25, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Business will offer students the opportunity to learn marketing skills with client project-based courses.

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Foundation professor on earthquake research building: ‘A one-of-a-kind experimental facility’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 23, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno’s new large-scale laminar soil box system is the latest tool in earthquake engineering.

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Dean of the Reynolds School of Journalism on 100 years of journalism at UNR: ‘Journalism education at Nevada has had a remarkable run during the past century’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 22, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno’s Reynolds School of Journalism will celebrate 100 years of journalism at the school on Oct. 26.

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McClenahan on UNR’s Business Week: 'A person's network is the most valuable asset they have'

By Art Benavidez | Oct 22, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno’s Business Student Council held a free pop-up closet during Business Week.

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UNR student on proprioception: After ‘having a brief intro on the illusion I was hooked’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 21, 2022

A second-year doctoral student at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Integrative Neuroscience Graduate Program is examining questions related to proprioception.

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UNR student on working at Child and Family Research Center: 'Awesome to work with this age group because they're developing so quickly'

By Art Benavidez | Oct 20, 2022

Student employees at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Child and Family Research Center are implementing what they are learning in school into their jobs and lives.

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UNR assistant professor on economic impact of hunting on Nevada: 'Demand stays strong even during an economic downturn'

By Art Benavidez | Oct 20, 2022

The hunting industry has a significant impact on Nevada's economy, a recent study found.

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UNR assistant professor on pinyon-juniper woodlands: ‘We found that four of the five species were declining’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 18, 2022

The pinyon-juniper woodlands are not only a great place for outdoor recreational activity, but they are home to an array of wildlife.

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Fergus on high-tech bootcamp for high school students: ‘It’s about providing a well-rounded and diverse experience’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 17, 2022

High school students received an education on high-tech over the summer thanks to the University of Nevada, Reno’s @One Digital Media and Technology Center.

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'Taking microbiology really lit a fire in me': MARC Nevada student

By Art Benavidez | Oct 16, 2022

A member of the first cohort of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) program said that it’s an honor to be recognized.

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Wilson on student-athlete well-being: ‘Provide student-athletes with the tools to understand their own mental health’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 16, 2022

Sound mental health is paramount in any aspect of life and being a student-athlete is no different.

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UNR marketing student: ‘Biking around campus is also great for me mentally'

By Art Benavidez | Oct 16, 2022

A University of Nevada, Reno marketing student likes to ride his mountain bike off the beaten path and hurdle obstacles.

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Dr. Whitley on First-gen Forward Advisory Institution designation: ‘The University of Nevada, Reno continues to be a leader in the field’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 16, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno, was recently named as an advisory institution by the Center for First Generation Student Success.

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Yang on Alaskan defense sites as potential toxicant source: ‘We are going to look for exactly what’s left over there’

By Art Benavidez | Oct 16, 2022

The University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Engineering is examining whether there are lingering toxic substances from a multitude of dormant military sites in Alaska.