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![Andrew Siciliano smiles in front of a brick building and a leafy tree.](/main/images/news/2024/July/andrew-siciliano.jpg)
Andrew Siciliano wants to pursue geochemistry research
![A person's hands reach into a fridge and hold up a brown labeled tag on a white bag.](/main/images/news/2024/June/Nevada%20seed%20bank/seed-bag.jpg)
An effort to supply Nevada plant seeds at the local, state and federal levels receives federal funding
![Cactus pear plant.](/main/images/news/2024/June/cactus-pear.jpg)
Spurred by climate change demands, three-year field trial identifies high-production varieties
![Two men wearing caps with "DFI" initials stand side by side in a greenhouse filled with green tomato plants in the background.](/main/images/news/2024/June/apprentices-catalano-hart.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno program aims to help bolster local food system and support new growers
![Plastic waste is shown mixed in with a catch of many small fish.](/main/images/news/2024/June/wonders%20of%20mekong%20plastic/Wonders-of-the-Mekong-header-Chhena-fish-with-plastic-cups.jpg)
New research explores the microbial communities that live on plastic waste and how they impact the 2nd most biodiverse river in the world
![Smoke from the Caldor Fire over Lake Tahoe.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Caldor_Fire_smoke_at_Tahoe.jpg)
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
![President Sandoval dressed in a graduation gown stands behind a podium, delivering a speech. The presentation behind him reads "Spring 2024 Commencement."](/main/images/news/2024/June/president-sandoval-cabnr-graduation.jpeg)
College’s dual major Barbara Stankuté noted for her exemplary community service by President Sandoval
![A man and woman standing on a rocky hill.](/main/images/news/2024/June/lucas-phipps-tamzen-stringham.jpg)
Improved management of rangeland, better recovery from wildfires, among likely benefits
![Paul Alan Cox sits in a lab space with bottles of chemicals and pipettes behind him.](/main/images/news/2024/May/Paul-Alan-Cox.jpg)
Neurodegenerative disease prevention, “blue zones” and environmental conservation to be discussed at the Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology keynote presentation
![Two mascots riding on a green and yellow tractor.](/main/images/news/2024/May/mascots-at-nevada-field-day.jpg)
Farm stand, wine tasting, wool products, plant sale and University research highlights of event
![Rob Holley.](/main/images/news/2024/May/rob-holley.png)
Grow Organic Nevada aims to help meet increasing demand for organic products
![Jesus Diaz Sanchez smiles in front of the Mackay Mines building.](/main/images/news/2024/May/diaz-sanchez.jpg)
Diaz Sanchez received an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, will pursue a Ph.D. at MIT
![Smoke is seen coming out from the top of Peavine mountain near Reno, Nevada](/main/images/news/2024/May/poeville-fire-of-2020.jpg)
Extension and partners team up to provide Nevadans with information and resources
![An audience looks toward Karen Goldberg, who is presenting in front of a screen.](/main/images/news/2024/April/ESF-Goldberg.jpg)
Energy Solutions Forum speaker Karen Goldberg spoke about the methods her lab is pursuing to recycle carbon and plastic
![An illustration of a cube with two levels, each level containing blue spheres and separated by a wall of black, brown and pink spheres. Three sides of the cube have illustrations: the top has an image of the earth spinning on an axis, one side has a graphic of a black hole being placed on a scale, and another has a three-dimensional representation of space.](/main/images/news/2024/April/quantum-sensing-device.jpg)
Chemistry professor and colleagues awarded NSF grant to build quantum device
![A mountain chickadee perches on a twig.](/main/images/news/2024/April/black-capped-chickadee.jpg)
The spatial memory of mountain chickadees is influenced by genetics and may need to evolve with a changing climate
![A bee on top of a starburst-looking plant with the desert Nevada landscape blurred in the background.](/main/images/news/2024/April/native-bee.jpg)
A recently published article outlines the relationship between bee nutrition and flower visits
![Monika Gulia-Nuss.](/main/images/news/2024/April/Fullbright%20Award/monika-gulia-nuss.png)
Pioneering researcher wins highly competitive Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for collaborative international research project
![Micah Woodruff.](/main/images/news/2024/April/Micah%20-%20Faces%20of%20the%20Pack/Headshot-Woodruff.png)
A Q&A with the recipient of the Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student Scholarship
![Somebody wearing a bandana looks into the dense foliage of a rainforest.](/main/images/news/2024/April/STEM%20Sisters%20in%20Panama/Panama-StoryMap.jpg)
Student participants join researchers to support international conservation efforts
![Two boys outside with their arms around eachother smiling.](/main/images/news/2024/April/kids-u-buddies.png)
Registration now open for more than 20 camps to be held on campus June and July
![A tractor in a field.](/main/images/news/2024/March/tractor-in-field.jpg)
National Ag Law Center presents 2nd Annual Western Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference
![A close up view of a basket full of winter squash.](/main/images/news/2024/March/Heirloom%20Squash.png)
University and USDA lend support to grower-led initiative that aims to provide online resources and networking to bolster Nevada agricultural production
![plant with tiny purple flowers](/main/images/news/2024/March/herbs-growing.jpg)
Extension offers eight back-to-basics courses online for communities statewide
![A woman stands in front of an audience with a presentation being projected onto a screen behind her.](/main/images/news/2024/March/ESF-Haggstrom.jpg)
Executive Vice President of Technology and Manufacturing at LanzaTech speaks at Energy Solutions Forum
![Sage grouse bird spreads tail and droops wings on the ground.](/main/images/news/2024/February/sage-grouse-in-courtship.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researchers link strategic grazing to increased food supply for the species
![A river flowing with trees and a bridge.](/main/images/news/2024/February/SligoCreek1_HLowman.png)
University of Nevada, Reno researchers use oxygen sensor data to estimate how long it takes river ecosystems to recover after floods
![A group of people standing by corrals with snow capped mountain and pine tree in the background.](/main/images/news/2024/January/wild-harmony-farm.png)
Program offers support for new or up-and-coming Nevada farmers and ranchers
![A mountain chickadee perched on an evergreen tree branch.](/main/images/news/2024/January/Chickadees%20as%20climate%20change%20indicators/chickadee-perched.jpg)
A ‘canary in the coal mine’ for climate change in the Sierra Nevada mountains
![Rodney Mehring, owner of Blue Lizard Farms harvests 600 pounds of tomatoes from one of the farm’s hoop houses.](/main/images/news/2024/January/blue-lizard-farm-tomato-harvest.png)
USDA project allocates $5 million to Nevada to build a stronger agricultural infrastructure
![Four ripe peaches in a tree.](/main/images/news/2024/January/veteran-peach.png)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer free classes
![Toy cars on a track in the foreground, in the background there are three children playing who appear blurry.](/main/images/news/2024/January/Childcare-Grant.png)
Extension awarded $2.4 million grant to conduct evaluation
![Two students in a greenhouse holding plants.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/DFI-greenhouse.png)
Pauses program to provide organic plant starts to local growers until facility needs can be met
![A composite image of portraits of Joe Schwarcz in the upper left corner, Jesus Diaz Sanchez in the bottom left corner, Brian Frost in the bottom right corner, and the Discover Science Podcast Series logo in the upper right corner.](/main/images/news/2024/January/DSLS-podcast-Joe-Schwarcz.jpg)
Chemistry student Jesus Diaz Sanchez and chemistry professor Brian Frost are joined by Joe Schwarcz
![Plants in a nursery garden.](/main/images/news/2024/January/Green%20Industry%20Release-resized.jpg)
Extension classes teach green industry topics to become Nursery Worker Certified
![Radon test kit](/main/images/news/2024/January/radon-test-kit.jpg)
High levels of radon have been found to cause lung cancer – reduce your risk
![A group of 18 people stands in front of the physics building.](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/quantum-research-group.jpg)
The goals of the interdisciplinary project are both scientific and educational
![Victoria Matthews in graduation attire](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/gradsofpack-victoria-matthews.jpg)
"I am a proud advocate and professional mentor in the fields of adolescence and disability."
![Angeline Jeyakumar.](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/jeyakumar-a-2023.png)
Angeline Jeyakumar aims to drive healthy nutrition choices in Nevada
![Rafter 7 Merino sheep wool made into a Nevada blanket featuring the Wolf character and "Nevada.".](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/rafter-7-wool-wolf-blanket.png)
Community encouraged to do holiday shopping that supports student activities, education and research
![Sam Stynen](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/grad-pack-sam-stynen.jpg)
“I love science, and what better way to share that love with others than through teaching.”
![Associate Professor Melinda Yerkaoutside next to one of her sorghum varieties.](/main/images/news/2023/Nov/yerka-with-sorghum.png)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher develops one of the largest and most nutritious sorghum hybrids
![Hannah Rodriguez.](/main/images/news/2023/Nov/rodriguez-hannah-profile.png)
Hannah Rodriguez joins the University’s Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences
![A freshly butchered rack of lamb.](/main/images/news/2023/Nov/rack-of-lamb-wolf-pack-meats.png)
University’s Experiment Station ramping up local offerings
![Aerial drone image of the Lake Tahoe shoreline](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/tahoe%20science%20conference/unrlt-lake-tahoe-drone-oct2023.jpg)
Scientists and natural resource managers gather to collaborate on environmental policy
![An aerial view of the massive stingray sitting in water atop a green tarp held by people all around the stingray.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/world-record-stingray.jpg)
Researchers from the Wonders of the Mekong project tagged the fish when it was caught over a year ago
![Scott Huber.](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/Scott-Huber.jpg)
Scott Huber aims to continue tradition of success at University of Nevada, Reno Experiment Station
![Four professionals conduct a water audit in the ground outside.](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/qwel-irrigation-audit.jpg)
Free three-day training prepares landscapers for Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper certification
![Karla Hernandez conducts research in a lab.](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/karla-hernandez-in-lab.jpg)
Karla Hernández brings her previous experience at the University of Nevada, Reno to her new roles
![Alejandro Andrade-Rodriguez talking with University President Brian Sandoval outside at the alfalfa test fields.](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/andrade-rodriguez-pres-sandoval.png)
Project includes software supported by sensors to help farmers make better watering decisions
![Joe Schwarcz, wearing a suit and tie, holds a large apple and smiles as he pretends to bite into it.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/Joe-Schwarcz.jpg)
Schwarcz will be kicking off the 13th season of the Discover Science Lecture Series
![Headshot of Caleb McAdoo imposed upon an image of the University's quadrangle.](/main/images/news/2023/Oct/Caleb-McAdoo.png)
Born and raised in Nevada, McAdoo reflects on his time at the University of Nevada, Reno and his long history with NDOW
![A large group of people sits on the steps outside of the Davidson Mathematics and Science Center. Some of the students are holding biological models.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/full-spring-23-team.jpg)
The Advanced Human Dissection Team is made up of undergraduate students
![Hands of a person helping an older woman in a wheelchair.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/hands-helping-woman-in-wheelchair.jpg)
On Episode 14, experts discuss disaster preparedness challenges for those with disabilities and plans to help address these challenges
![Group of three on a boat on a river](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/nevada-team-explore-amazonian-ecuador.jpg)
Students trained to examine interplay of biology and chemistry in NSF-funded program
![Stan Omaye stands arms crossed in his lab.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/stan-omaye-lab.png)
Colleagues share memories and appreciation for his work and encouragement
![Adrienne Snow and Joe Frey both standing in a hemp field.](/main/images/news/2023/Sept/frey-and-snow-hemp-farmers.jpeg)
Attendees will learn about some local research and discuss current state of hemp industry
![Two men crouch around a device that looks like a projector screen with a frame around it.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/assembling-limelight.jpg)
Team Waponi is one of six teams from around the world to advance to the finals
![Ted Scambos and and Gabi Collao Barrios download ocean temperature data from beneath Thwaites Glacier Ice-Shelf in Antarctica.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/ctemps-work-antarctica.png)
University of Nevada, Reno coordinates program assisting hundreds of scientists around the globe
![Lahontan Reservoir Dam in 2014](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/Lahontan-reservoir-2014.jpg)
NSF’s EPSCoR RII Track-2 program funds 11 projects in highly-competitive process
![A parent and child being welcomed to the event while holding a handout from an Extension Staff.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/kickoff-to-kindergarten-greeting.jpg)
Extension hosts back-to-school family pre-k event with community partners
![David St Jules working with a student on measuring a person's nutritional status.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/st-jules-with-three-students.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher leads team to reframe and add to tools used by clinicians
![Charmayne Mittchell.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/charmayne-mitchell.png)
Charmayne Mitchell brings experience, education and enthusiasm to her new role with the University
![CLass students study vegetation on a hillside.](/main/images/news/2023/Aug/LWF%20Curricula/LWF%20Curricula/students-study-vegetation.jpg)
Extension develops curricula and training programs in wildfire and natural resources management for Nevada high school students
![A blue tiny house with yellow flowers and trees in the front to demontrate water smart landscape..](/main/images/news/2023/July/Tiny-House-Year-Round-Color-Demo.png)
New addition to Extension’s Botanic Gardens aims to inspire homeowners
![Three people harvesting leafy green in a garden.](/main/images/news/2023/July/harvest-dfi.png)
University of Nevada, Reno program aims to help bolster local food system and support new growers
![Two merino sheep standing together outside in an enclosure.](/main/images/news/2023/July/rafter-7-sheep-in-enclosure.jpg)
Popular sale features College-raised sheep internationally recognized for their fine wool quality
![Dark smoke is rising from a wildfire consuming trees and shrublands alongside a country road.](/main/images/news/2023/July/Tamarack_Fire_.jpg)
Experts address possible effects of wet winter on wildfire in the Great Basin
![A shaded area of the North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden.](/main/images/news/2023/July/unr-tahoe-garden.png)
Looking for those interested in enrolling in the Home Horticulture Certificate Program that begins August 2
![Instructor Taylor Quiram helps a student with a hole saw while creating a hydroponics unit.](/main/images/news/2023/July/student-and-instructor-hydroponics.png)
Hydroponics and mentorship combine to bring together diverse groups and change the school
![A farmer outside harvesting carrots.](/main/images/news/2023/July/farmer-with-carrots.png)
Farm Bureau and Extension team up to provide latest information to producers Aug. 25-26 in Las Vegas
![A plastic cup floats on the shoreline of Lake Tahoe](/main/images/news/2023/July/Tahoe%20Plastic/tahoe-plastic-cup.jpg)
Research published in Nature reveals concentrations of microplastics in 38 lakes with plastic debris from textiles frequently identified
![Professor Tamzen Stringham outside teaching students in the Rangeland and Fire Ecology Program about the caractaristics of soil.](/main/images/news/2023/July/stringham-teaching-in-field.png)
Program participants gain knowledge and skills to help manage fires and rangeland, and meet federal requirements
![Canadian geese, mallard ducks and a swan swim in Manzanita Lake.](/main/images/news/2023/July/Manzanita-Lake-ducks.jpg)
Water is widely thought to be critical to life. But why is that the case?
![Professor Patricia Santos works with Hug High School students on lab experiments.](/main/images/news/2023/June/Pilot%20classes_Hug%20HighSchool.jpg)
Hug High School students inspired by seeing diverse group of people pursuing science careers
![Assistant Professor Andrew Nuss in his lab with a microscope.](/main/images/news/2023/June/Andrew-Nuss-in-lab-portrait.jpg)
$1.17M-supported project builds upon Nuss’s previous work on insulin signaling in Lygus hesperus, the western tarnished plant bug
![3 people working outside at the University farm.](/main/images/news/2023/June/harvest-dfi.png)
Program to help meet increasing demand for local produce and support new growers
![Two people in the meat industry.](/main/images/news/2023/June/meat-education-workshop.jpg)
July 17-18 event focuses on how to develop a plan to ensure food safety
![Presentation in the Prim Library](/main/images/news/2023/June/Prim-Library-Hitchcock-Center-7.jpg)
Interdisciplinary researchers meet in Incline Village to discuss advances in the field of chemical ecology
![Most Tahera Naznin (left) and Md Sazan Rahman (right).](/main/images/news/2023/June/naznin-rahman-urban-ag.png)
Most Tahera Naznin and Md Sazan Rahman to provide indoor and outdoor horticulture research and resources
![Nick Memsgern with students](/main/images/news/2023/May/nevadateach-classroom.jpg)
Future STEM educators are learning to incorporate technology into the classroom
![Yet-Ming Chiang stands at a podium laughing. There is a window looking toward the Joe Crowley Student Union behind him, and a projected slide presentation next to him.](/main/images/news/2023/May/ESF-Chiang.jpg)
Renewable energy’s intermittent nature poses challenges to energy storage
![A giant freshwater stingray sits on a green tarp held by a group of people. The fish is over 13 feet long including its tail.](/main/images/news/2023/May/Giant-Mekong-Stingray.jpg)
The giant freshwater stingray faces numerous threats, data gives insight into conservation needs
![A group of chickens pecking at seeds off the ground.](/main/images/news/2023/May/chickens-pecking-at-seeds.png)
Nutrition, food safety, business requirements and more will be covered
![A child from Tonopah gets a medical exam by a woman who is checking vitals.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Northern%20Nye%20Extension%27s%20Community%20Work/Nye-County-Medical-Clinic.jpg)
Extension brings University’s resources to help address critical needs in the small rural community
![Inside one of the hoop houses at Pyramid Lake.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/pyramid-lake-hoop-house.png)
Event takes place at University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe for the first time
![A group of Moapa Valley 4-H Teen Leadership Corps members hosting an outdoor movie to help raise money for the high school robotics team.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Moapa%204-H/outdoor-movie-night-4-H%5B1%5D.png)
Teens find ways to make a difference in Moapa Valley
![Master gardeners hosting a booth at field day.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/master-gardeners-at-field-day.png)
Farm stand, wine tasting, wool products, plant sale and University research highlights of event
![A cheatgrass plant sprouting up from the soil.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/cheatgrass-may-2023%5B1%5D.png)
Living With Fire Program provides information at community events and online resources
![Karla Hernandez and Tom Kidd in the lab wearing lab coats and smiling. Kidd is holding a rack of tubes and syringes, and Hernandez is holding a lab notebook.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Tom-Kidd-Karla-Hernandez-photo.jpg)
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Community Relations publishes research in developmental genetics
![Aaron Konig kneels on a riverbank preparing scientific samples.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Konig_fieldwork.jpg)
Global Water Center researcher pursues conservation solutions that sustain aquatic diversity and human needs
![Elsie Childress holding her award.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Elsie-Childress-test-competition.jpg)
Elsie Childress scored high marks during national exam at annual meeting
![Tom Kulas, operations manager, and JD Hoagland, consultant standing in front of a Wolf Pack Meats sign.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/kulas-hoagland.png)
New partnership will help ramp up processing capacity and increase retail offerings
![Herbs growing.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/herbs-growing.png)
Extension offers eight back-to-basics courses online for communities statewide
![A group of Latina business owners after a small business training class.](/main/images/news/2023/Apr/Extension-business-owners.png)
Spanish-language monthly breakfasts cohosted by Extension and the Latin Chamber begin April 28
![Two women work side by side in a lab. The younger woman is looking at the other woman. Both are wearing lab coats.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/Jamie%20Voyles%20Professorship/Jamie-Voyles-McMinn-Professorship.jpg)
McMinn Research Professor Jamie Voyles works to bring diverse voices into pathogen science
![Glass pitchers of colorful fruit juices are surrounded by whole and sliced fruits, such as oranges and limes.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/fruit-juices.jpg)
100% fruit juice is not equivalent to whole fruit. | El jugo 100% de fruta no es equivalente a la fruta entera.
![A herd of cattle grazing in a Nevada pasture.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/cattle-grazing.jpg)
Extension program offers course for new or up-and-coming Nevada livestock producers
![A man stands in front of a crowded room pointing to a screen with two bar graphs on it.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/Energy-Solutions-Forum_Joey-Luther.jpg)
NREL Senior Research Fellow Joey Luther studies new types of semiconductors and their properties
![A father and daughter in the kitchen together, smiling and enjoying glasses of milk.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/family-smiling-with-milk.jpg)
This may put you at higher risk for some health conditions. | Es posible que esto lo pone en un mayor riesgo de sufrir de algunas condiciones de salud.
![Sugar cubes.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/sugar-cubes.jpg)
No matter what form of sugar you eat or drink, it’s still sugar. | No importa qué tipo de azúcar coma o beba, sigue siendo azúcar.
![Zeb Hogan with payara](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/payara-rewa-river-guyana-2015.jpg)
Associate Research Professor Zeb Hogan's work to find, study and protect freshwater megafish featured
![Boy holding plate of dairy while girl points to dairy section of MyPlate graphic](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/MyPlate.jpg)
You don’t need to rush out and spend extra on a specialty milk for your child. | No necesita apresurarse y gastar más en una leche especial para su hijo(a).
![A group of students working outside on clearing a tortoise habitat as well as a student working on his latch hook rug.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/4-H-middle-school.png)
Students receive free opportunities for enrichment when the school day ends
![cattle grazing with mountain in the background](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/Nevada_cattle_grazing.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads study as part of Western Regional Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Project
![A child eating cereal in a bowl of milk.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/apples-and-cinnamon-in-water.jpg)
Some have ingredients that are unsafe for kids. | Algunos tienen ingredientes que no son seguros para los niños.
![A man in front of a screen speaks to an audience.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/ESF-Chris-Jones.jpg)
Christopher Jones says we need to transition to renewable energy as well as implement direct air capture
![Mae Gustin on the left and John Cushman on the right.](/main/images/news/2023/Mar/Cushman-Mae-Fellowship.jpg)
AAAS Fellowship is one of the most distinguished honors in the scientific community internationally
![Headshot of Ana de Bettencourt-Dias.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/de-bettencourt-dias-ana.jpg)
de Bettencourt-Dias is one of four newly elected Fellows at the University
![A group of child care educators sitting at a table planning out professional portfolio assignments.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/teacher-resource.jpg)
‘Spiral Up’ provides a career pathway for child care professionals
![A herd of cattle grazing in a field while eating grass.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/small-acreage-cattle-grazing.jpg)
Extension program offers course for new or up-and-coming Nevada agriculture producers
![Caitleen Navarro smiles in front of the Quad wearing a Circle K nametag.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/Caitleen-Navarro.jpg)
Caitleen Navarro’s standout experiences rewarded
![fish release on Mekong River](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/Mekong%20River/mekong_catfish_release_from_boat.jpg)
International collaborations with the Global Water Center contribute to successful conservation efforts
![A front porch of a white house as the sun is going down.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/NEAP-Housing-Project.jpg)
Results will be used to guide Nevada Rural Housing projects and other Nevada housing efforts
![Sabina Malik with green plants in the background.](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/Sabina-Malik.jpg)
Sabina Malik joins Extension to enhance programming aimed at increasing wellness in southern Nevada
![hedgerow along farmland](/main/images/news/2023/Feb/Poe_Ranch_hedgerow_habitat.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno teams with Xerces Society in study of agricultural fields, urban interface
![A brown lizard sits on a rock covered in lichen with large green foliage in the background.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Anoles%20and%20microbiomes/anole.jpg)
Recent study on Panamanian lizards generates more questions on role of the microbiome
![Two people feed a chickadee by hand](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/chickadee%20feeding/chickadees-feeding-seeds-header.jpg)
Chickadee Cognition Lab showed supplemental feeding of the wild birds had no negative impacts when proper food is used
![Jesus Diaz Sanchez smiles outside of the Mackay Mines building.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Jesus-Diaz-Sanchez-MARC.jpg)
First MARC Nevada cohort includes chemistry major Jesus Diaz Sanchez
![Ants swarm around a black device secured to an acacia tree. The tree has long, sharp spines and green leaves.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Ants%20and%20host%20plants/ants-swarm-device.jpg)
Kenyan ants and the trees they live with threatened by invasive ant species
![Seven people wearing casual business attire standing on the steps outside of the William Pennington Engineering Building.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/edge-to-edge.jpg)
University researchers will gather and analyze weather data in Tahoe Basin for public distribution
![Joanna Blaszczak sitting by a stream of water installing sensors.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Hypoxia-in-Rivers/joanna-blaszczak-installing-sensors.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher leads study of over 125,000 locations in 93 countries
![A membrane sampler station on Amsterdam Island in the Indian Ocean.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/mercury-measuring-amsterdam-island.jpg)
New testing technologies to support global effort to reduce health risks to people, wildlife
![Clusters of green grapes.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Orchard_Grapes.jpg)
Extension hosts online and in person gardening classes for southern Nevada
![Ripe peaches hanging from a peach tree.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/veteran-peach-tree.jpg)
University teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer free classes
![Broken tree limb](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/Broken%20trees/broken-tree-limb.jpg)
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborists respond to questions about weather-damaged trees and how to respond when limbs break or trees fall
![franco biondi at remote sensing site in snake range](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/franco_biondi_in_snake_range.jpg)
Professor Franco Biondi brings together datasets and expertise to study environmental changes
![Two bees on chive flowers.](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/bee-on-chives.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension launches Nevada 4-H Pollinator Ambassador Program
![Radon testing kit with instructions](/main/images/news/2023/Jan/radon-test-kit.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension offers free radon test kits through February
![Kimberly Giannantonio smiles, wearing a scarf, as she stands in front of the University Quad.](/main/images/news/2022/Dec/Kimberly-Giannantonio-2.jpg)
First cohort of MARC Nevada students includes chemistry student Kimberly Giannantonio
![A honeybee crawls on a long, tubular red flower on a stalk of flowers.](/main/images/news/2022/Dec/Bee-on-red-flower.jpg)
Bees pollinating plants and consuming plant nectar impacted by neonicotinoids
![A herd of cattle grazing fields on a ranch in Nevada.](/main/images/news/2022/Dec/Cattle-On-Ranch.jpg)
Educational programs to be held virtually and at four locations across Nevada
![Ying Yang wearing a patterned blazer smiles in her headshot.](/main/images/news/2022/Dec/Ying-Yang-NSF.jpg)
Ying Yang plans to design polymers that mimic living cells
![A butterfly with blue wings sits on a blue flower with a blurred background.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/Glaucopsyche-lygdamus-Butterfly.jpg)
Postdoc Eliza Grames works to aggregate data for insect decline synthesis
![Jonathan Taasan smiles, wearing glasses and a black coat and standing in front of the Mackay School of Mines building.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/Jonathan-Taasan.jpg)
First MARC Nevada cohort includes biomedical engineering major Jonathan Taasan
![Outdoor arial view of the 4-H Camp & Learning Center main building.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/4-H-camp-and-learning-center-back.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension collaborates with Lincoln and Clark counties to provide youth programs at facility in Alamo
![A representative of Siemens and the University's neuroscience imaging director confer as an fMRI is conducted.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/University_Renown_fMRI.jpg)
$5.3 million, NIH COBRE ‘Phase 3’ award will further advance the mission and impact of the University’s Center for Integrative Neuroscience
![A Nevada Wolf Pack blanket with the word "Nevada" on the edge, made of the University’s Rafter 7 wool rolls.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/rafter-7-wool-wolf-blanket.png)
Products made from some of the finest and softest wool in the nation available at the Nevada Wolf Shop
![A microscopic image shows two large grains of pollen that look like spiky yellow balls on a butterfly leg, which is a straight line horizontally with grooves in it.](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/pollen-cover-photo.jpg)
Research looking at preserved butterflies reveals the complex story in a grain of pollen
![Elika Nematian](/main/images/news/2022/Nov/nematian_elika.jpg)
Elika Nematian joins Extension as the health and nutrition educator in Clark County
![A NASA artist's rendering of Titan shows a dust storm on a reddish-orange planet, with Saturn shown in the moon's "sky".](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/Dust-storm-on-Titan-NASA.jpg)
Sarah M. Hörst’s Discover Science lecture on Dec. 1
![Alligator lizard prepares to attack a black widow spider.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/black-widow-spider-lizard.jpg)
Researchers from the University of Nevada, Reno found a lizard species that is not affected by the spider's deadly toxin.
![A student wearing a Nevada t-shirt leans against a bookshelf in the Knowledge Center with a book in his hands, reading.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/student-reading.jpg)
The books featured here were written or edited by faculty, alumni or students in the College of Science
![Red and blue indicates ladder fuel loss from the Ferguson fire](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/LiDAR-forest-fuel-mapping.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researchers team with CAL FIRE and California Air Resources Board
![A woman and a man shake hands in front of another woman holding a glass award.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/DistinguishedAlumni-McCall-Everest-Hogan.jpg)
Among the awardees are Las Vegas’s city planner, a globe-trotting fish biologist, a psychologist providing culturally sensitive services and more
![Group of early to mid stage juniper trees](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/early-to-mid-stage-juniper-encroachment.jpg)
Up-to-date science-based information available on new website details how trees are taking over sagebrush ecosystems, the impacts, and what is being done to manage the issue
![President Sandoval shaking a student's hand on a farm.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/dfi-presidents-tour.jpg)
Students will learn how to communicate effectively about important agriculture-related issues
![A five-point mule deer buck on a Nevada range in fall.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/mule-deer.jpg)
New study reveals spending on big game and upland game hunting
![Student measuring a tree sapling in the forest.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/student-measuring-sapling.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno study shows warmer, drier conditions taking toll on pinyon-juniper woodlands
![Person holding apple crates.](/main/images/news/2022/Oct/harvest-festival-apple-crate.jpg)
Master Gardeners offer expert advice and showcase their work in Botanic Gardens
![Chanchanok Sudta wearing a bright blue jacket stands in a jungle surrounded by foliage, smiling.](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/Sudta-Fieldwork-Ecuador-smiling.jpg)
Earthwatch award helps student bring her caterpillar research home
![Sudeep Chandra on boat](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/Sudeep_Chandra_Tahoe_research_vessel.jpg)
Inaugural talk to be held at University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe
![giant salmon carp](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/giant_salmon_carp.jpg)
Adult giant salmon carp documented in the Mekong River for first time in 18 years
![A man in a black suit and turquoise bolo tie smiles in front of a cast of a mammoth skeleton.](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/Bonde-smiles-with-mammoth.jpg)
Joshua Bonde ‘03 (biology) brings expertise and personal experiences to revitalize museum
![4-H youth with drone.](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/4-H-participant-with-drone.jpg)
The free festival invites youth and families to learn more about 4-H programming
![A view of Commons Beach through hazy smoke.](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/smoke-at-commons-beach.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension provides online tips and resources for living with smoke and fire
![Katie Jameson.](/main/images/news/2022/Sept/Jameson_Katie.jpg)
Katie Jameson joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![monarch caterpillar on milkweed leaf](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/Monarch_Caterpillar.jpg)
Researchers found pesticide-contaminated plants in nurseries in 15 states
![Eleven people stand, ten of whom are wearing graduation regalia, and smile on the steps outside of the Pennington Student Achievement Center.](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/Biology%20PIP/BioPIP-header.jpg)
The Biology Peer Instruction Program provides leadership and teaching opportunities to undergraduates. Those experiences follow them through their lives.
![A green meadow under a blue sky.](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/restored-meadow.jpg)
New study shows restored meadows capture and store large amounts of carbon
![A hand scooping up rich, dark soil.](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/hand-with-soil.jpg)
Online weekly sessions begin Aug. 30, daylong session at ranch in Fallon Sept. 30
![plate of healthy food](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/Myplate_healthy_meal.jpg)
Planners, program managers can easily tap into data about nutrition, physical activity
![Children and parents participating in a seed growing activity.](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/Kickoff_to_Kindergarten_seed_experiment.jpg)
Extension hosts back-to-school family pre-k event with community partners
![Masaki Shimono holding up a potato and treatment.](/main/images/news/2022/Aug/Shimono_Masaki.jpg)
Masaki Shimono conducts research to mitigate disease during potato storage
![Hiren Bhavsar and Brianna Brandow.](/main/images/news/2022/July/Bhavsar_and_Brandow.jpg)
Hiren Bhavsar and Brianna Randow are reaching out to their communities to assess county needs
![Hemp plant growing in soil.](/main/images/news/2022/July/hemp-in-fallon.jpg)
Research being done on drought-tolerant and high-demand crops
![Group of 10 students walks into the valley meadow of the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area](/main/images/news/2022/July/class-walking-in-meadow.jpg)
From students to citizen-scientists – new environmental and forest management activities take hold in the University’s forested, living laboratory, the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area
![Tree covered mountains making up the Big Wood River Basin.](/main/images/news/2022/July/big-wood-river-basin.jpg)
Researchers integrate multiple factors in search of ways to help calculate and mitigate wildfire hazard
![Two 4-H youth standing with their horses.](/main/images/news/2022/July/4-H-BLM-wild-horse-yearlings-at-rodeo.jpg)
Extension’s 4-H Program and the Bureau work together to give wild horses homes
![In a hospital, a woman in a bright red shalwar kameez dress and dupattā shawl spoon-feeds an emaciated infant in her lap.](/main/images/news/2022/June/Bangladeshi-mother-holding-severely-malnourished-infant-by-Ridwan-Islam.jpg)
Changing children’s digestive tract microbes key to reducing disease, improving health
![Multi-colored plants planted in a garden.](/main/images/news/2022/June/native-northern-plants.jpg)
Registration for Extension’s Home Horticulture Certificate Program is now open
![Steven receiving his Regents' award.](/main/images/news/2022/June/Steven-Frese.jpg)
CABNR researcher plays critical role in development of liquid probiotic product for preterm infants
![Nicole Choma receiving a Regents' award.](/main/images/news/2022/June/Nicole-Choma.jpg)
Nicole Choma reflects on how experiences in undergraduate research, marching band and other scholarly activities have enhanced her college journey
![giant stingray tag and release](/main/images/news/2022/June/world_record_freshwater_fish.jpg)
International team now tracking the 661-pound giant freshwater stingray's movements to better understand, protect the species and key freshwater habitats
![Linda Zimmerman being awarded the 2021 Nevada 4-H Volunteer of the Year by Sue Hoffman.](/main/images/news/2022/June/Linda-Zimmerman-Award.jpg)
4-H volunteer Linda Zimmerman was named 4-H Western Region Outstanding Lifetime Volunteer
![cattle grazing near mountains](/main/images/news/2022/June/cheatgrass_cattle_grazing.jpg)
New University of Nevada, Reno study utilizes supplemental feeding to attract cattle to infested pastures
![A crowd of people blurred in the foreground watch a presentation by a woman standing on a stage.](/main/images/news/2022/June/heppner-header.jpg)
This year, seven students won awards from the Board of Regents or the University.
![President Sandoval and Mae Gustin holding Excellence in Laboratory Safety Award plaque](/main/images/news/2022/June/mae-gustin.jpg)
Mae Gustin sets example for prioritizing student safety in labs with chemicals
![Jacob DeDecker.](/main/images/news/2022/June/Jacob-DeDecker.jpg)
Jacob DeDecker brings lifetime of experience in Extension to lead programs in Nevada
![A collage of individual photos of the 2022 NSF Graduate Research Fellows attending University of Nevada, Reno](/main/images/news/2022/June/NSF-GRFP-awardees-final.jpg)
An all-time high of 13 student-awardees affiliated with the University of Nevada, Reno receive the prestigious NSF fellowship
![de Bettencourt-Dias wears a black shirt with a necklace and smiles in front of a gray background.](/main/images/news/2022/May/deBettencourt-Dias_header.jpg)
de Bettencourt-Dias has a lengthy list of contributions to her field, as well as invaluable service to the University and its students.
![Mountains and valleys in Nevada's Valley of Fire state park.](/main/images/news/2022/May/Valley-of-Fire.jpg)
Extension to help conduct survey project to assess needs and economic impact of parks
![Fire burning foliage in the distance.](/main/images/news/2022/May/tamarack-fire-summer-2021.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension continues Nevada Wildfire Awareness Campaign
![A group of campers in bathing suits standing on the beach.](/main/images/news/2022/May/4-H-campers-on-beach.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension continues tradition of offering overnight camps
![team ready to release stingray](/main/images/news/2022/May/deep%20water%20stingray/stingray_rescue%20and_release.jpg)
Deep pools in Mekong River may be home to world's largest freshwater fish
![Heavy smoke filled the skies above Lake Tahoe during the Caldor Fire in 2021](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Caldor_Fire_smoke_at_Tahoe.jpg)
NSF EPSCoR investment will increase capacity for wildland fire research, education, and workforce development
![Adult chaperone guiding youth through an activity.](/main/images/news/2022/May/4-H-activity-chaperone.jpg)
Extension 4-H Youth Development needs volunteers for July 9-16 camp at South Lake Tahoe
![A garden full of colorful flowers.](/main/images/news/2022/May/Nevada_flowers.jpg)
Registration for Extension’s Home Horticulture Certificate Program is now open
![Lyndsay Munro and presenting party in her classroom](/main/images/news/2022/May/Lyndsay%20Munro%20Tibbitts%20winner.jpg)
Tibbitts winner known for her enthusiasm for her subject matter
![A flowing creek with green foliage and mountains behind it.](/main/images/news/2022/May/dinwoody-creek.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads study looking at over 500 locations in the U.S.
![Arturo Macias Franco.](/main/images/news/2022/May/Arturo-Macias-Franco.jpg)
After a new start at the University of Nevada, Reno, Arturo Macías Franco is using his voice to advocate for others
![Alexis Palma shakes faculty mentor's hand.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/Alexis-Palma-handshake.jpg)
Experience in Undergraduate Research and McNair Scholars Program leads to NSF graduate fellowship award for CABNR student
![Students and professors celebrate in graduation ceremony.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/American-Indian-Alaska-Native-Grad-Celebration.jpg)
Extension is hosting the first American Indian/Alaska Native College Prep Camp this June
![View of a city hazy with smoke.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/smoky-las-vegas-sky.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension kicks off Nevada Wildfire Awareness Campaign
![David St-Jules.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/st-jules-david.jpg)
David St-Jules named Nevada Outstanding Dietitian, Deborah Joakimson Recognized Dietetic Technician and Shauna Tavcar Outstanding Dietetic Student
![Zeb Hogan with giant stingray in river](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/zeb_hogan_and_team_tagging_releasing_stingray_2009.jpg)
International effort led by USAID Cooperative Project, Wonders of the Mekong, to launch April 22
![Elizabeth Pringle smiles, wearing a blue shirt.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/Pringle_header.jpg)
Elizabeth Pringle will study how plant chemistry changes in response to drought in the Great Basin.
![Bradon posing with his mentor, Ben](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/Bradon-and-Ben-cropped.jpg)
Faculty mentors and student awardees provide insight to the rewarding experience of University-supported research, scholarly and creative activities
![Hans Weding.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/Weding-Hans.jpg)
Hans Weding is helping Nevadans get connected with health and wellness information
![Assistant Professor Steven Frese runs a hands-on and delicious cheese lab with students in the updated space.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/nutrition-lab/Frese-cheese-lab-station-1.jpg)
Modernized lab increases future nutrition professionals' expertise, community impact
![Ginger root with spoons of powdered spices.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/spices.jpg)
Certain foods and nutrients may help support your body in reducing anxiety and improving how your body handles stress
![Chemistry Department Graduate Teaching Assistant, Md Azizul Islam, helps Organic Chemistry students Bailey Fasick and Kamryn Montegna analyze a sample of a material they synthesized using an infrared spectrometer.](/main/images/news/2022/Apr/organic-chem-lab.jpg)
Dedicated teamwork and resource-efficient initiatives secured the American Chemical Society award for the second time
![Macy Helm and Brian Luckey.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Helm-Luckey.jpg)
Positions aim to boost impacts of programs for SNAP-Ed recipients and others with low incomes
![A bag full of fresh ground beef, greens and other food items sits on a table next to a bagged loaf of bread and two clementines and a stack of two packages of ground beef.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/pack-provisions-meat-produce.jpg)
Pack Provisions partners with Wolf Pack Meats and Desert Farming Initiative to provide ground beef, fruits and vegetables year round
![Corn in husks.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/grow-your-own-corn.jpg)
Extension offers eight back-to-basics courses online for communities statewide
![Eli Everest (right) leans over with a man to her right to tag a fish.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/EliTaggingFish-header.jpg)
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.
![releasing Mekong giant catfish into lake](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Mekong_Giant_Catfish_tagged_and_released.jpg)
Tagging and release of Mekong giant catfish, giant barb and river catfish highlight the immense value of biodiversity and ecosystems in the region
![John Cushman surrounded by cacti.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Cushman-with-cactus.jpg)
Foundation Professor John Cushman awarded two patents for biotechnology research
![Lake Mead low water](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Lake_Mead_July_2014.jpg)
Creative strategies needed to address long-term shortages, say three University of Nevada, Reno professors
![A University student demonstrates how nerves control movement.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/BrainAwarenessWeek2-header.jpg)
Professional chapters, students and University clubs reach out to the community with brain science.
![Bunches of grapes on a vine.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/partnership-advances-wine-industry/red-wine-grapes.jpg)
New University-grower-winemaker partnership seeks to advance Nevada wine industry
![A bouquet of different colored sorghum plants.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/sorghum-bouquet.jpg)
University presents information on growing sorghum as a commercial crop in Nevada
![Tamzen Stringham.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Tamzen_Stringham.jpg)
Tamzen Stringham first woman to receive the Sustained Lifetime Achievement Award
![Chuck sits on a log as his two Nevada Loggers teammates work together to saw it in half using a crosscut saw.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/nevada-loggers/Nevada-Loggers-double-bucking.jpg)
Nevada Loggers win big at largest forest conference and exhibition in the West
![Lisa LeMond smiles, wearing a black jacket over a floral print shirt.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/LeMond-header.jpg)
Celebrating Mayo Clinic cardiologist alumna on International Women's Day
![Woman with sunbeams in her face.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/STOP-Domestic-Violence.jpg)
Extension awarded grant to support victims of domestic violence in Elko and Clark Counties
![Waterfall Fire burning on a mountain with smoke in the air.](/main/images/news/2022/Mar/Waterfall%20Fire%20Lakeview.jpg)
Living With Fire developing new wildfire education curriculum in northern Nevada high school
![A bright green caterpillar with red spots marking an "X" across its back sits on a leaf.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/caterpillar-header.jpg)
Researchers asked whether caterpillars that aren't picky about what they eat occupy larger habitats.
![A Black woman in a UNR Med tank top warms up with other athletes before participating in the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/unr-med-rto.jpg)
Whole groups of people can face significant obstacles to maintaining good health, often because of specific genetic, social or economic factors
![Monika Gulia-Nuss in her office.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/Tick%20transformation%20breakthrough/monika-office-headshot.jpg)
As tick-borne diseases rise in prevalence in the U.S. and worldwide, University of Nevada, Reno researcher and collaborators make noteworthy discovery
![Tom Kulas.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/Kulas_Tom.jpg)
Tom Kulas hopes to grow facility to better serve the community
![Seven women stand and smile in front of a screen with birds on it.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/STEMSisters-header.jpg)
The STEM Sisters is a program associate biology professor Jamie Voyles started to encourage girls to explore the possibility of a STEM career.
![Stone Jamison in black scrubs standing in front of University Medical Center's ambulance entrance.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/nutrition-collaborations/unr-intern-stone-jamison-at-umc.jpg)
College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources collaborates with UNLV and other community partners to provide nutrition education in Clark County
![Cattle grazing in a field.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/cattle-grazing.jpg)
Extension program offers course for new or up-and-coming Nevada livestock producers
![The principle investigators of the project stand in a line, smiling in front of the Effie Mona Mack building.](/main/images/news/2022/Feb/DoE-Chemistry-header.jpg)
Researchers in the Department of Chemistry were awarded $2.5 million to study molecular magnetism.
![Brown (left) and Vahidi are wearing goggles and are in focus in the background, with lab equipment out of focus in the foreground.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/BrownVahidi-header.jpg)
Student researchers studied security in a variety of fields.
![Beekeeper tending to a hive.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/beekeeper-tending-to-hive.jpg)
Workshop will provide presentations on a range of beekeeping-related information and skills
![Hyung K. Shin holds a black and white photo in front of him featuring several men around a table.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/How%20to%20drive%20in%20snow/HKShin-1-header.jpg)
Associate Dean Vincent Catalano reflects on colleague Hyung Kyu Shin's 60 years of ongoing research and support.
![Aerial photo of the Gayepare research Station in the Amazon jungle on the banks of the Nushino River.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/Ik/gayepare-station-header.jpg)
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
![A bunch of purple plums growing on a tree.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/plum-tree.jpg)
University teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series
![Cows of different colors grazing in a green field.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/small-acreage-cows-grazing.jpg)
Extension program offers course for new or up-and-coming Nevada agriculture producers
![Pruned northern Nevada plants.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/northern-nevada-landscape.jpg)
Extension classes teach green industry topics to become Nursery Worker Certified
![A radon test kit for home.](/main/images/news/2022/Jan/example-radon-test-kits.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension urges Nevadans to test homes for the cancer-causing gas
![A vial of bright yellow crystalline vulpinic acid sits on a lab bench next to various fuzzy lichens.](/main/images/news/2021/Dec/Sunscreen%20for%20Mars/lichen-vulpinicacid-header.jpg)
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.
![Maria Chairez.](/main/images/news/2021/Dec/Maria-Chairez.jpg)
Students struggling will benefit from before and after school programs thanks to 21st Century grant
![Cattle grazing on a ranch.](/main/images/news/2021/Dec/cattle-on-ranch.jpg)
In-person and virtual educational programs to be held at seven locations across Nevada
![A girl with dark hair, a white shirt and a floral print skirt walks along a beach near a pier.](/main/images/news/2021/Dec/LilyLiu-header.jpg)
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.
![Tractor cutting alfalfa.](/main/images/news/2021/Dec/alfalfa-second-cutting.jpg)
College of Ag and College of Business collaborate to help grow state’s ag industry
![A cross section is highlighted with a dark red, with brighter red spots lined up along the center of the cross section horizontally.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/SuperiorColliculus-header.jpg)
Researcher Jennifer Hoy hopes to better understand how the brain identifies stimuli as positive or negative, and the behaviors that follow.
![Steven Frese.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/frese-steven.jpg)
Aim is to uncover how Nevadans’ lives affect the microbes in their digestive tract and their health
![mountain chickadee on a branch](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/chickadee_on_branch.jpg)
High elevation field lab yields mountains of research data
![Tanner Petrilla harvesting in a hoop house.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/tanner-petrilla-dfi-harvest.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative and Demonstration Orchard help provide for food-insecure in northern and southern Nevada
![Winter camelina growing in soil.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/winter-camelina.jpg)
Soil health key to successful food production
![giant sequoia gove](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/Giant_Sequoia_grove.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher teams with Italian collaborator in new paper
![Andrew Hess.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/hess-andrew.jpg)
Andrew Hess joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Connor Billman leading a classroom full of 4-H'ers in an activity.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/billman-connor/billman-connor-ag-fellowship-teaching-class.jpg)
Connor Billman teaching youth and helping rural Ghana communities grow food through prestigious International Agricultural Education Fellowship
![Yareli Navarro Chavez in a lab holding a vial.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Yareli-Navarro-Chavez.jpg)
Pack Research Experience Program and TRIO STEM Scholars offer mentorship and sense of belonging to sophomore pre-med student
![Connor Billman leading a classroom full of 4-H'ers in an activity.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/billman-connor/billman-connor-ag-fellowship-teaching-class.jpg)
Empowering youth and elevating small-holder farmers through agricultural science
![Adrian Harpold working with technology in a forest.](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/adrian-harpold-in-field.jpg)
Snowmelt and mountain ecosystems research vital to resource management in times of changing climate
![aspen grove with yellow flowers](/main/images/news/2021/Nov/aspen_grove_with_flowers.jpg)
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Science’s Hall Cushman leads study
![Karen Hinton.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/hinton-karen.jpg)
Dean and director emeritus of University of Nevada, Reno Extension honored for her 4-H leadership
![Christopher Barile stands in his lab while a postdoctoral fellow works at the lab bench behind him.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Barile-header.jpg)
Christopher Barile's research aims to create a new renewable energy source by recycling carbon dioxide in the atmosphere into useful fuels.
![Amanda Gearhart.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/gearhart-amanda.jpg)
Amanda Gearhart joins the University’s Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences
![Business instructors Juan Salas, Reyna Mendez and Mike Bindrup posing in front of a screen.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Virtual-classroom.jpg)
Small Business Education Program meets the needs of Nevada businesses
![Chris Pritsos being handed a gavel.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/Chris-Pritsos-ESCOP-Chair.jpg)
Director of the University of Nevada, Reno Experiment Station is named chair of the national Experiment Station Committee on Organization and Policy
![Youth holding a soccer ball and pointing at the camera.](/main/images/news/2021/Oct/4-H-camp-soccer.jpg)
Extension working to reach youth with educational and civic programs, seeking additional volunteers
![From left to right: Javier Hernadez, registered dental assistant, Karina Lopez, registered dental assistant, Veronika Vazquez, DDS, Leticia Hernandez, registered dental assistant; and Gary Aglietti, DMD](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/Drop-in-Dental.jpg)
Nevada alum goes miles for healthy smiles
![Yellow and green meadow framed with trees.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/meeks-meadow-conifer-encroachment.jpg)
Effective Washoe land management practices shared on University of Nevada, Reno’s Living With Fire Podcast
![John Cushman surrounded by cactus plants.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/Cushman-with-cactus.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno professor awarded $1.55 million grant to improve water-use efficiency in plants
![Aerial photograph of Caldor Fire encroaching on Lake Tahoe](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/Tahoe%20Smoke/Smoke-Tahoe-header.jpg)
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.
![little green frog](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/Musical_rain_frog.jpg)
NSF funds $12.5 million for institute to study resilience to infectious disease
![A group gathered around sprinklers for QWEL training.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/QWEL-training.jpg)
Extension classes teach homeowners and landscapers irrigation auditing skills and water-efficiency tips
![Misha Allen and Lois Erquiaga.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/allen-misha-erquiaga-lois.jpg)
Misha Allen and Lois Erquiaga are speaking with community members about county needs
![A volunteer and postdoc researcher conduct field testing in a mountain meadow.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/NRES_students_Humboldt_County_field_test.jpg)
Nevada becomes 39th state to create multi-agency unit to serve research and conservation of wildlife, fisheries and habitats
![Desert rangeland with scattered cheatgrass plants.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/cheatgrass-in-sagebrush-grassland.jpg)
Aim is to reduce cheatgrass while promoting growth of sagebrush and other beneficial native plants
![Researchers connecting an infrared thermometer.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/cholula-zolmer-andrade-rodriguez-irrigation.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher using field data and computer programming to develop “smart” irrigation scheduling
![Sudeep Chandra, wearing a red coat, sits in a boat with Ganzorig Batsaikhan, who is wearing a purple hat.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/GlobalStudies-header.jpg)
International researcher and professor of biology Sudeep Chandra is named new director of the Ozmen Institute for Global Studies.
![Field of alfalfa plants.](/main/images/news/2021/Sept/Alfalfa%20Drought/alfalfa-late-bud-stage-upper-valley-pershing.jpg)
Experts try to help alfalfa and forage growers grapple with a number of issues
![A tree with leaves of different autumn colors.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/autumn-tree.jpg)
Extension series teaches sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![Sarah Bisbing posing in front of empty AMEX field site.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/AMEX%20study/Sarah-Bisbing-AMEX-lot.jpg)
University ecologist continues critical, collaborative research into more effective forest management techniques despite setbacks
![Peach tree with multiple ripe peaches.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/growing-peaches-in-backyard.jpg)
Virtual and in-person classes teach gardeners how to solve common gardening problems
![dylan kosma in greenhouse with potato plants](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/potato%20research/Dylan_Kosma_in_greenhouse.jpg)
Dylan Kosma using biotechnology to identify solutions
![Portrait of Ana de Bettencourt-Dias](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/de-bettencourt-dias-ana-chem-profile.jpg)
Ana de Bettencourt-Dias, the Susan Magee and Gary Clemons Professor of Chemistry, is the only chemist in Northern Nevada to date to have received the honor of being named an ACS fellow
![A young girl enjoys a hands-on learning activity at a previous Kickoff to Kindergarten event.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/kickoff-to-kindergarten-activities.jpg)
Extension hosts back-to-school family pre-k event with community partners
![Student beekeepers work in apiary.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/Bees4Vets/Bees4Vets-Apiary-header-whitespace.jpg)
Bees4Vets, a nonprofit run by University-connected husband and wife, assists veterans and first responders living with PTSD or TBI
![Hemp plant in soil.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/hemp-in-fallon.jpg)
Research being done on drought-tolerant and high-demand crops
![Pink flowers lining a brick walkway.](/main/images/news/2021/Aug/flower-lined-walkway.jpg)
Rail City Garden Center hosts 2021 Northern Nevada Garden Tour fundraiser for Master Gardeners
![Christina, Megan, and Jamie surrounded by recording equipment.](/main/images/news/2021/July/christina-megan-jamie-recording.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension continues outreach efforts to help residents better understand and live more safely with wildfire
![Bob Shriver.](/main/images/news/2021/July/shriver-robert.jpg)
Bob Shriver joins the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science
![Scenic mountain landscape view in Fallon.](/main/images/news/2021/July/PNNL-UNR-partnership.jpg)
Joint research efforts will tackle important science and technology challenges ranging from climate change and water resources to sustainable energy and national security
![4-H youth Alexis with her horse Vinnie.](/main/images/news/2021/July/4h-alexis-and-horse-vinnie.jpg)
Extension’s 4-H Program and the Bureau work together to give wild horses homes
![Algae in the eel river.](/main/images/news/2021/July/eel-river.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researcher to create predictive models to better protect pets and humans
![A variety of native plants in a garden.](/main/images/news/2021/July/native-plants-home-horticulture.jpg)
Extension’s Home Horticulture Certificate Program prepares gardeners for at-home gardening basics
![algae bloom at Lake Tahoe beach](/main/images/news/2021/July/tahoe_algae_bloom.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno part of comprehensive study
![Cody Dix.](/main/images/news/2021/July/dix-cody.jpg)
Cody Dix joins University of Nevada, Reno Extension
![A hand holds an iPhone taking a. photo of a flower.](/main/images/news/2021/July/inat-summer-blitz.jpeg)
Take photos of the organisms you see anywhere in Nevada, post them to iNaturalist, and experts will help you identify which species you observed!
![Young girl working on a science experiment.](/main/images/news/2021/July/cosmetic-youth-science.jpg)
Class uses STEM principles to inspire future entrepreneurs
![A close-up of a hand holding a yellow star-thistle weed.](/main/images/news/2021/June/yellow-star-thistle-weed.jpg)
Extension series teaches sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![Katelyn Brinkerhoff.](/main/images/news/2021/June/brinkerhoff-katelyn.jpg)
Katelyn Brinkerhoff joins University of Nevada, Reno Extension
![Grant Cramer.](/main/images/news/2021/June/cramer-grant.jpg)
Grant Cramer retires after 33 years with University
![Ivory Lyles.](/main/images/news/2021/June/lyles-ivory.jpg)
Nevada’s Ivory Lyles serving as national program committee chair
![A headshot of Karon Felten next to a headshot of Jolyn Wirshing.](/main/images/news/2021/June/felten-wirshing.jpg)
Students in Dietetic Internship Program gain valuable experience in telehealth during COVID-19
![wildfire smoke on lake tahoe](/main/images/news/2021/June/castle%20lake%20wildfire%20smoke/wildfire_smoke_lake_tahoe_king_fire_2014.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Global Water Center researchers studied impacts of six major 2018 wildfires
![Rangeland Ecologist Joseph Domer prepares a drone from a pasture where sheep are grazing.](/main/images/news/2021/June/drones-and-sheep.jpg)
Livestock grazing and technology work together to reduce cheatgrass and other wildfire fuel
![Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology David Alvarez Ponce holds a molecule model.](/main/images/news/2021/June/alverez-ponce-mammals-story.jpg)
Department of Biology paper tests the Drift-Barrier hypothesis to determine why genomes of species vary so much in size
![Confocal image of neurons](/main/images/news/2021/June/pieraut-neuroscience.jpg)
Assistant Professor Simon Pieraut’s paper was featured in the May 26 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience
![A woman planting a young apple tree.](/main/images/news/2021/June/apple-orchard-planting.jpg)
Valley Road Experiment Station is home to new Jessica Younger Dickens Memorial Orchard
![A biochemistry student using a syringe to measure out a liquid.](/main/images/news/2021/May/biochemistry-student-with-syringe.jpg)
New emphasis provides training for students pursuing professional medical school
![Pivot irrigation system watering a field at the Great Basin Research & Extension Center in Eureka.](/main/images/news/2021/May/experiment%20station%20roundup/great-basin-research-extension-center-pivot-irrigation.jpg)
Facilities provide opportunities for studies to help communities in Nevada, the U.S. and the world
“Extension is excited to expand access to much-needed brain health education for communities across Nevada through the partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association.”
"Engage Your Brain" series held to encourage Nevadans to tend not just to their physical health but also to their brain health.
![Timur Tscherbul](/main/images/news/2021/May/Timur_Tscherbul.jpg)
Through research and teaching assistant professor of physics explores Earth’s life-sustaining processes using quantum computation to describe chemical reactions
![Herz Gold Medalist Lily Liu](/main/images/news/2021/May/Lily_Liu_Herz_Medal_2021.jpg)
Biology major and dual chemistry, business administration minor, moves on to medical school
![Elizabeth Leger opens a drawer containing boxed bird eggs](/main/images/news/2021/May/Beth-Leger-foundation-professor-1.jpg)
Professor of Biology and Director of the Museum of Natural History named Foundation Professor for extraordinary record of achievement
![Headshot of Pamela Sandstrom](/main/images/news/2021/May/pamela-sandstrom-story2021.jpg)
Teaching Associate Professor of Biology receives the Regents' Teaching Award
![](/main/images/news/2021/May/jayde-renee-story.jpg)
College of Science student receives the Sam Lieberman Regents' Award for Student Scholarship
![Headshot of Jennifer Hollander on top of a background image of the Davison Math and Science Center](/main/images/news/2021/May/jennifer-hollander-article2021.jpg)
Teaching Associate Professor Jennifer Hollander receives the Paul and Judy Bible Teaching Excellence Award
![Cattle grazing at the Gund Ranch Experiment Station facility.](/main/images/news/2021/May/gund-ranch-cattle.jpg)
Animal & Rangeland Science Graduate Program teaches animal science and the ecology, management and restoration of rangeland
![Scott Allen.](/main/images/news/2021/May/allen-scott.jpg)
Scott Allen joins the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science
![Amy Altick poses for a photo in front of the quad on the balcony of Morrill Hall.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/amy-altick-award.jpg)
Dr. Altick receives the Outstanding Outreach and Engagement Faculty Award for her work with the Society for Neuroscience
![Sarrah Dunham-Cheatham inspects pet food samples](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/Sarrah_samples.jpg)
New study by University of Nevada, Reno scientists also shows inaccurate ingredient labeling
![Desert land with different colored flags in the ground.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/fire-investigation-Winnemucca.jpg)
Extension and partners team up to provide Nevadans with information and resources
![4-H'ers sitting on the dock at 4-H Camp in Lake Tahoe, enjoying the sunset.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/4H-alumni.jpg)
Extension continues tradition of offering overnight and day camps
![Silhouette of girl on a dock resting her forehead on her knees.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/depressed-girl.jpg)
4-H Program to provide additional trainings in communities
![Tom Bell stands in front of a whiteboard.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/Tom_Bell_with_patents_orig.jpg)
Professor Thomas Bell receives prestigious award for his numerous scientific accomplishments.
![Tractor cutting alfalfa in a field.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/alfalfa-second-cutting.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno researchers participate in multistate program to help producers in the West
![Portrait of Christopher Barile.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/barile-christopher-chem.jpg)
Barile receives the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation Early Career Innovator Award
![Students on the University campus.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/students-on-unr-campus.jpg)
College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources launches crowdfunding campaign
![Lesley Morris.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/morris-lesley.jpg)
Lesley Morris joins the Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences
![Active sprinklers on a lawn.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/qwel-irrigation.jpg)
Extension classes cover green-industry topics to become Nursery Worker Certified
![Cattle in a field at the base of a mountain.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/gund-ranch-cattle.jpg)
Latest market, production and research information for producers available online now
![Gardening tools.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/spring-gardening-workshops.jpg)
Classes teach gardeners how to solve common gardening problems
![Alannah T. Ariel.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/ariel-alannah-t-small-biz.jpg)
Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help small businesses succeed
![mountain chickadee standing in snow](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/banded_chickadee_in_snow.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno long-standing research yields new data
![Bret Hess.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/hess-brett.jpg)
Hess serves as executive director of the Western Association of Agricultural Experiment Station Directors
![Baileya multiradiata at the Lost City Museum pollinator garden.](/main/images/news/2021/Apr/lost-city-museum-pollinator-garden.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension offers workshop on using native plants to attract pollinators
![A plate of cooked salmon with vegetables.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/cooked-salmon.jpg)
Elective has something to offer for students from various majors
![Juan Salas.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/salas-juan-headshot.jpg)
Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses
![Windmill overlooking rows of garden beds.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/randy-robinsons-garden.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![Diverse group of teenagers hold up an inflatable globe.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/4hers-with-globe.jpg)
Youth to learn about engaging in policy making in six-class series
![A meadow in the Sierra Nevada mountains.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/sierra-nevada-meadow.jpg)
University responds to growing need for more advanced science and skills to manage natural resources and environmental challenges
![Various fruits and veggies placed in a wicker basket.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/colorful-veggies-in-basket.jpg)
Extension offers eight back-to-basics courses online for communities statewide
![James Church sits at his desk in his campus office.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/James_Church_Headshot.jpg)
In 1908, James Church’s interest in snow and the mountains led to the invention of the snow sampler, a device that greatly advanced the development of snow science
![Butterfly on purple flowers.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/butterfly-bush.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![Two 4-H girls with their rabbit.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/4h-rabbit.jpg)
4-H members are five times more likely to graduate from college
![Kevin Johnson.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/johnson-kevin-headshot.jpg)
Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses
![Steven Frese.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/frese-steven.jpg)
Assistant Professor Steven Frese is conducting research on gut microbiomes
![Chris Barile in his lab](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/chris-barile-career-award.jpg)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Christopher Barile's research aims to create processes for recycling carbon dioxide and nitrogen
![Aphids eating a tomato plant's flower.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/tomato-plant-with-aphids.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![A 4-H youth works with a 4-H leader on a STEM project. See caption for more detail.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/4h-activity-during-COVID.jpg)
University publishes youth needs assessment results
![Chris Halsch on Castle Peak](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/butterfly%20declines/Chris_on_Castle_Peak.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads collaborative study on insect declines
![Fruit growing on an opuntia ficus indica plant.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/cactus-pear-opuntia-ficus-indica-fruit.jpg)
Cactus crops remove carbon from the atmosphere, provide biofuel, food and livestock feed
![hummingbirds at a bird feeder.](/main/images/news/2021/Mar/hummingbird.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![Kimberly Miles.](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/Small_Biz_Kimberly_Miles.jpg)
Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses
![A bouquet of different sorghum varieties.](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/sorghum-bouquet.jpg)
University presents information on growing sorghum as a commercial crop in Nevada
![Grimes golden apples on a young tree.](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/apple-grimes-golden.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![4-H youth shooting targets with a bow and arrow](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/4-H_Shooting_Sports_Archery_NT.jpg)
Virtual workshop series launches in February
![burned trees in the central Rocky Mountain forest](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/central-rocky-mountain-forest.jpg)
Integrated research approach shows wildfire solutions must be specific to location and conditions
![pink hibiscus flower](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/hibiscus.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![Nicole Taylor Sharp](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/nicole-taylor-sharp.jpg)
Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses
![4-H AmeriCorps member picking weeds in a field.](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/4-H_AmeriCorps_Day_of_Service.jpg)
4-H AmeriCorps members observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day with multiple volunteer projects
![a person wearing a beekeeping suit and handling a beehive frame covered with honeybees](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/honey-bees.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![a radon test kit](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/Radon-Test-Kit.jpg)
Extension offers free radon test kits at offices statewide
![Small plants in a plot of soil with a spade](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/Southern_Nevada_Spring_Gardening.jpg)
Extension hosts online gardening classes for southern Nevada
![Cheryl Coleman](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/Cheryl_Coleman.jpg)
Volunteer Development Coordinator Cheryl Coleman brings her expertise to Extension
![genovese basil growing in a plastic food container](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/genovese-basil-in-containers.jpg)
Extension teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![researchers at Eg River Mongolia](/main/images/news/2021/Feb/macrosystems%20biology/Eg_River_Mongolia.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno conducts international rivers study based on new approaches in science
![Samantha Shoupe and 4-H youth sit around a long rectangular table covered in craft supplies as they each draw reindeer. Educational posters (including one of the solar system) and kids' artwork adorn the walls.](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/4-h-northern-nevada-directed-draw.jpg)
A story from the annual report of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Tom Harris presents on economic development](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/harris-economic-development.jpg)
Collaborative University project aims to improve county data for planning efforts
![A pollinator garden bordered by rocks and surrounded by a naturally landscaped park grows wild, sending up a variety of flowers.](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/overton-garden.jpg)
A story from the annual report of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Elizabeth McDaniels](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/Small-Biz-Elizabeth-McDaniels.jpg)
Extension offering online sessions to help Nevada’s small businesses
![Chris with butterfly](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/Chris_Halsch_With_Butterfly_Sierra.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads study on insect declines
This is the fifth year out of the past six years a Nevada student has placed in the top three in the National Radon Poster Contest.
Maya Park-Weber awarded for poster urging communities to test for radon
![Woman points at brain scans.](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/nvendure-home-news.jpg)
New program aims to raise interest and opportunities in neuroscience research for individuals who are typically underrepresented in the field.
![a young Grimes golden apple tree](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/apple-grimes-golden.jpg)
University teams up with Bartley Ranch and Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space to offer this free series online
![Noe Gonzalez](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/Small-Biz-Noe-Gonzalez.jpg)
Extension offering information on assistance programs, taxes and digital marketing for small businesses
![Lahontan Dam low water](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/climate-drought/Lahontan_Dam_2014.jpg)
Interdisciplinary approach from University of Nevada, Reno Extension keeps people informed and involved
![Landscaped garden](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/Green-Industry-Training-2021.jpg)
Extension classes teach green industry topics to become Nursery Worker Certified
![cattle on a ranch in Washoe Valley](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/cattle-on-ranch.jpg)
Annual program to be held online Jan. 12-13
![Radon test kit with instructions](/main/images/news/2021/Jan/Radon-Test-Kit.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension offers free radon test kits at offices statewide
![Photo of Reyna Mendez next to a photo of Juan Salas](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/small-boz-reyna-and-juan.jpg)
Extension offering information on new relief funds, taxes and marketing
![Christmas trees in front of a recycling sign](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/Christmas-Tree-Recycling.jpg)
The annual Live-Cut Tree Recycling Program will collect trees for mulch
![Sean Casey, pictured here with Lisa LeMond at the 2019 College of Science and Mackay School Distinguished Alumni of the Year event.](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/lemond-and-casey.jpg)
The College of Science recognizes exceptional alumna Lisa LeMond.
![cattle grazing](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/Cattle_Grazing_Main_Station.jpg)
Team combines agriculture and nutrition programs with bioinformatics and molecular medicine
![Two students pose for a photo at a club fair to promote the new MAPS club on campus last spring.](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/MAPS-Alejandra-Ahsia.jpg)
Students launch a new club aimed at increasing diversity in the field of medicine
![Alfredo Cedeno](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/Alfredo-Cedeno-Small-Biz.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Student sits in living room with a cap and gown on with the University of Nevada, Reno commencement program on the television.](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/Cassie-Ehleringer-watch-party.jpg)
'We faced hardship and some disappointments along the way, but we all made it through in the end'
![Morrill Hall on the south end of the University of Nevada, Reno](/main/images/news/2020/Dec/morrill-hall-south-campus.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno and the Nevada Alumni Association recognize 9 graduates with top grade-point average
![Freshwater fish](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/fish.jpg)
Results of research published in science journal Nature could help freshwater fisheries worldwide
![Reyna Mendez](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/Reyna-Mendez-small-biz.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Adeel Ahmed](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/Adeel-Ahmed-Profile.jpg)
Adeel Ahmed joins Extension for community and economic development in Lyon County
![Smoke from the 2018 Hogan Fire](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/hogan-fire-courtesy-blm.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension presents Nevada Network of Fire Adapted Communities Summit
![a meadow in the Sierra Nevada mountains](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/sierra-nevada-meadow.jpg)
Collaborative study indicates meadows hold promise to help control carbon released into the atmosphere
![cattle grazing in field](/main/images/news/2020/Nov/EBA%20vaccine/cattle_in_pasture.jpg)
28-year CABNR collaboration with U.C. Davis sets stage for USDA approval of conditional vaccine license
![Andre' Haynes](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/andre-haynes.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town halls to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Student piloting a drone in a forest](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/student-piloting-drone.jpg)
Researchers studying how disturbances and climate change impact water movement
![Cherry wine hemp plant](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Hemp-cherry-wine-varietal.jpg)
University research is looking at hemp varieties to determine best practices for production in Nevada
![Lawn with dry creekbed](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Watershed-Landscape-Design.jpg)
Extension series teaches sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![Tatjana Vukovic](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Tatjana-Vukovic.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
The Nevada Radon Poster Contest is looking for submissions to increase Radon Awareness.
Nevada Radon Poster Contest closes at the end of the month
![Lucas Thomas](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Lucas-Thomas.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Lab assistant adding samples to a machine](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Core-Analytical-Lab.jpg)
The Core Analytical Laboratory offers services to University researchers and the general public
![Sheep with horns](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/CABNR%20Sheep%20Sale/Sheep_sale.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno completes their first sale in Eureka County
![Saul Ramos](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/Saul-Ramos.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall and webinar to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![4-H youth clearing trash out of the desert](/main/images/news/2020/Oct/S-Nye-County-4-H-Service-Project.jpg)
Extension working to reach underserved youth with educational and civic programs
![Jeff Saling](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Jeff-saling.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![burning embers on a roof](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Embers-on-roof.jpg)
Extension’s Living With Fire Program helps residents live more safely with the threat of wildfire
![Hand with shears pruning a tree](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/GICES-Pruning-Classes.jpg)
Extension series teaches sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![Baileya desert marigold](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Baileya-desert-marigold-gardening.jpg)
Extension hosts in-person and online gardening classes for southern Nevada
![Jamie Schwartz](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Jamie-schwartz.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![man trimming lower branches of a tree with a chainsaw](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Trimming-limbs.jpg)
Extension’s Living With Fire Program helps residents live more safely with the threat of wildfire
![Blaize and his team handing out burritos downtown](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Reno-Burrito-Project.jpg)
University graduate student Blaize Abuntori teams up with Colleges to aid homeless
![Chad Morris](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Chad-Morris-NT.jpg)
Chad Morris joins Extension to oversee the Commercial Horticulture Program
![sheep grazing in Cottonwood Canyon](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Great%20Basin%20Research%20and%20Extension%20Center/Cottonwood_Canyon_sheep.jpg)
Eureka County ranch to expand offerings of University’s Experiment Station
![Author Bobby Kountz](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Kountz.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall and webinar to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Natalie Mazzullo](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Natalie_Mazzullo_Headshot.jpg)
Healthy aging specialist and team collaborate with others to help meet the needs of Nevada seniors
![4H student holding a drone](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/4Her-With-Drone-Discovery-Model.jpg)
Extension aims to make post-secondary education a reality for underserved Las Vegas youth
The Nevada Radon Poster Contest is open to students to increase awareness of the dangers of having elevated levels of radon in the home.
Nevada Radon Poster Contest is now open to students
![Woman and man looking at a computer](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Woman-at-computer-with-card.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall and webinar to help small businesses strategize during COVID-19
![Morrill Hall](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/morrill-hall.jpg)
Honor the Best ceremony takes place remotely, still features all the special moments
![People helping dogs into a car with a ramp](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Evacuating-Animals.jpg)
Extension’s Living With Fire Program helps residents be prepared for wildfires
![Colorful sticker with the words 'Be a voter'](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/be-a-voter-sticker.jpg)
Workshop series provides a safe space for an open dialogue among peers
![Backpacks of different colors with school supplies](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/Kickoff-to-Kindergarten-backpacks.jpg)
Extension hosts back-to-school family pre-k event with community partners
![Extension's Wendy Hanson Mazet conducts a water audit](/main/images/news/2020/Sept/water-audit.jpg)
Extension class prepares landscapers for Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper certification
![Nevada Association of Counties Executive Director Dagny Stapleton](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/dagny-stapleton.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town hall Wednesday to provide information on the grant program
![A Black Bear, brown in color as is common, in the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/Black_Bear-image_from_video.jpg)
New Graduate Research Fellowship, online reservations and more signal vision and energy for the Whittell Forest & Wildlife Area
![A glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice on a table next to fresh orange slices](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/fresh-orange-juice.jpg)
100% fruit juice is a healthier choice | El jugo 100% de frutas es una opción más saludable
![burning hillside behind a house](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/wildfire-insurance.jpg)
Extension’s Living With Fire Program helps residents prepare family and property
![Brittany Henderson](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/Brittany-Henderson.jpg)
Brittany Henderson joins Extension to enhance health literacy in school
![Screenshot of zoom workshop with Congresswoman Dina Titus and Extension's Mallory Levins, Nora Luna, Sarah Monique Somma and Ivory Lyles](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/congressional-app-challenge-zoom.jpg)
Extension 4-H Program encourages students to explore computer science
![Laboratory training manager presents a certificate to teaching assistant in the lab, while both wear Personal Protective Equipment](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/Teaching_Assistant_safety_award.jpg)
EH&S safety program to recognize the role of teaching assistants and students receives national award
![Willie Daugherty and JR Mendoza](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/daughtery-and-mendoza.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help inform small businesses during the pandemic
![A glass of homemade raspberry flavored water with green garnish](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/flavored-water.jpg)
Not all flavored waters sold in stores are healthy choices | No todas las aguas saborizadas que se venden en las tiendas son opciones saludables
![Graduate Student John Baggett standing in a field of sorghum stalks](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/baggett-in-sorghum-field.jpg)
University researchers testing grains for drought-resistance, high yield and good flavor
![Maureen Schafer and Laura E. Perkins](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/schafer-perkins.jpg)
Advisory Council helps advance Extension’s work to support and strengthen Nevada communities
![Two 4-H girls and one 4-H boy posing outside their front door](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/pahrump-dog-den.jpg)
Extension aims to keep youth engaged and learning despite COVID-19 restrictions
![Lab technician's gloved hands holds an instrument putting a chemical substance into a vial.](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/chemistry-lab-stock-unsplash.jpg)
EPA awards $800,000 to the School of Community Health Sciences for research into the distribution of chemicals within the body
![Tatjana Vukovic](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/tatjana-vukovic.jpg)
Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help inform small businesses during the pandemic
![A bottle of milk and a glass of milk with a brightly colored straw sitting on a wooden table](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/milk.jpg)
It’s as simple as Whoa, Slow, Go! | ¡Es tan simple como Whoa, Slow, Go!
![UV Vessel works at night to kill invasive aquatic plants](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/UV_Vessel_working_at_night.jpg)
Public-private partnership project shows favorable results
![Sarah Monique Somma with rice dish](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/Somma-cooking-Jollof-rice-from-Nigeria.jpg)
4-H virtual lessons also incorporate chemistry and science concepts
![camera pointing at people in a studio](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/filming-for-live-streaming.jpg)
Extension offering virtual sessions for small businesses during the pandemic
![Three sugary fruity drinks in canning jars, each with a colorful bendy straw](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/sugary-drinks.jpg)
Three reasons why sugary drinks may increase weight gain | Tres razones por las cuales las bebidas azucaradas pueden causar aumento de peso
![a garden of native flowers](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/local-flowers.jpg)
Extension’s Home Horticulture series prepares gardeners for at-home gardening basics
![Portrait photo of Kent Sanders, Nevada's 2020 Distinguished Researcher](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/Kent_Sanders_UNRMed.jpg)
Celebrating the impressive record of scientific advancements, funding and mentorship of Kent Sanders, Nevada’s 2020 Distinguished Researcher
![man sitting at a computer](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/man-at-desk-with-computer.jpg)
Entrepreneurs starting and altering businesses during the pandemic need information and resources
![A hand holds a full coffee mug by the handle above a wooden table](/main/images/news/2020/Aug/coffee.jpg)
Caffeine can be over-looked by parents and others that care for small children | Cafeína puede que sea pasada por alto por los padres y otras personas que cuidan a los niños pequeños
![white sturgeon in the fraser river](/main/images/news/2020/July/zeb_white_sturgeon_fraser_river.jpg)
College of Science’s Zeb Hogan co-author of comprehensive global report
![a chickpea plant](/main/images/news/2020/July/chickpeas.jpg)
Research being done on drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant crops
![Man wearing mask and gloves gives thumbs up while standing behind a fruit and vegetable stand](/main/images/news/2020/July/desert-farming-initiative-food-stand.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative and Wolf Pack Meats step up to help meet local demand
![charts on page](/main/images/news/2020/July/Looking-at-Data.jpg)
Finding and using the right data can help small businesses survive COVID-19 and beyond
![Cows in pen wearing GPS collars](/main/images/news/2020/July/Cows-with-GPS-collar.jpg)
University conducts research on virtual fencing for cattle and range management
![Honey being poured into jars](/main/images/news/2020/July/Pouring-honey.jpg)
Hives installed at demonstration orchard now producing honey
![Hayley Maio](/main/images/news/2020/July/Hayley-Maio.jpg)
Hayley Maio joins Extension to develop programs for youth and seniors
![man sitting on a bench using a tablet](/main/images/news/2020/July/man-on-tablet.jpg)
Extension aims to help small businesses connect with customers during pandemic and beyond
![James Simmons holds a Lahontan Cutthroat Trout at Summit Lake](/main/images/news/2020/July/James_and_the_giant_fish.jpg)
University collaborates with tribe to protect the longest self-sustaining population of trout
![4-Her holding lead of young horse](/main/images/news/2020/July/4her-delaney-with-loki.jpg)
Extension’s 4-H program and bureau work together to give wild horses homes
![Manuel Alejandro Andrade Rodriguez](/main/images/news/2020/July/Alejandro-Andrade-Rodriguez.jpg)
Manuel Alejandro Andrade-Rodriguez joins College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![person using a laptop and calculator](/main/images/news/2020/July/bookkeeping.jpg)
Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond
![Boy placing toy dinosaurs and fossils on a shelf labeled fossils](/main/images/news/2020/July/diego-fossil-exhibit.jpg)
Extension provides resources to families for STEM activities at home
![laptop screen showing man writing on green chalkboard](/main/images/news/2020/July/webinar.jpg)
Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond
![Raised garden bed with various plants](/main/images/news/2020/July/gardening-from-home.jpg)
Extension hosts events and online gardening classes for southern Nevada
![Farmer harvesting carrots](/main/images/news/2020/July/farmer-with-carrots.jpg)
COVID-19 causing stress and mental health challenges to nation’s farmers and ranchers
![Molly Malloy](/main/images/news/2020/July/Molly-Malloy.jpg)
Molly Malloy joins Extension to create cohesive marketing strategies for Clark County programs
![Person writing on paper surrounded by laptops](/main/images/news/2020/June/business-counseling.jpg)
Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond
![Thale Cress plant](/main/images/news/2020/June/Thale_Cress.jpg)
Research in College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources addresses future population growth and food shortages
![Nancy Markee](/main/images/news/2020/June/Nancy-Markee.jpg)
Nancy Markee retires after 34 years with the University
![Farmers market stand with fresh fruits and vegetables](/main/images/news/2020/June/farmers-market-stand.jpg)
University’s Desert Farming Initiative provides produce for farm stands and subscription boxes
![a diagram showing the parts of a cow for processing](/main/images/news/2020/June/beef-cuts.jpg)
Experts share how to safely harvest and process meat animals at home
![butternut squash](/main/images/news/2020/June/butternut-squash.jpg)
University researchers investigating new varieties that grow well in desert climates
![Beekeeper tending to beehive](/main/images/news/2020/June/Beekeeping-Programs.jpg)
Extension creates new club in Douglas County and Experiment Station helps veterans with PTSD
![two people in business suits shaking hands](/main/images/news/2020/June/business-hand-shake.jpg)
Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond
![Gary Blomquist](/main/images/news/2020/June/Gary-Blomquist.jpg)
Gary Blomquist retires after 43 years with the University
![Jeantyl Norze](/main/images/news/2020/June/Jeantyl-Norze.jpg)
Jeantyl Norze is developing tools to monitor program goals and accomplishments
![dollar bills blowing around in front of a black background](/main/images/news/2020/June/cash-flow.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses pivot and adapt to emerge from pandemic stronger
![Student sampling milkweed plants](/main/images/news/2020/June/student_sampling_milkweed.jpg)
Harmful pesticides found in Western Monarch breeding ground
![A brown dairy cow wearing a cow bell](/main/images/news/2020/June/brown-dairy-cow.jpg)
Producers seek ways to trim their budgets while maintaining health of their animals
![University of Nevada, Reno chemical biologist Yftah Tal-Gan](/main/images/news/2020/June/Yftah-Tal-Gan.jpg)
In his first five years, the chemical biologist has led important research on bacterial communication and raised the bar for grant funding
![Photo of Matt Forister with a butterfly on his cheek.](/main/images/news/2020/June/matt-forister-foundation-professor.jpg)
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
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/June/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses pivot and adapt to emerge from pandemic stronger
![Zeb Hogan holding Payara in rewa river](/main/images/news/2020/May/payara-corona-fall-rewa-river-guyana-2015.jpg)
Research to find, study and protect freshwater megafish and freshwater biodiversity a major focus
![A 4-H girls feeding her brown cow](/main/images/news/2020/May/4her-feeding-a-cow.jpg)
Extension aims to keep youth engaged and learning despite COVID-19 restrictions
![The University of Nevada, Reno campus looking south from Lawlor Events Center](/main/images/news/2020/May/campus-aerial.jpg)
A list of award winners; annual ceremony to be held at later date during fall semester
![a brown dairy cow wearing a cow bell](/main/images/news/2020/May/brown-dairy-cow.jpg)
Producers and economists discuss current market and projections, with June being National Dairy Month
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/May/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![Mozart Fonseca lectures class at Main Station Farm](/main/images/news/2020/May/Fonseca-lectures-at-Main-Station-Farm.jpg)
Brings beef cattle production expertise to teaching, research and outreach in Nevada
![Jill Moe](/main/images/news/2020/May/Jill-Moe.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative is virtually connecting with producers across the state
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/May/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![a pig sticking its snout between two horizontal fence boards](/main/images/news/2020/May/pig-behind-fence.jpg)
Weekly sessions feature grass-roots experts to answer questions and offer insight
![Crates of fresh produce](/main/images/news/2020/May/fresh-produce.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative gives tips for ensuring produce safety during COVID-19 outbreak
![David Wilson](/main/images/news/2020/May/David-Wilson.jpg)
Wilson worked extensively with the University for over 20 years in the Department of Nutrition
![Two glasses of water on a wood table next to a green garnish, one glass with red raspberries and one with blueberries.](/main/images/news/2020/May/fruit-drink.jpg)
To help keep your family hydrated and feeling their best during this time, skip the sugary drinks | Para ayudar a mantener a su familia hidratada y a sentirse lo mejor posible durante este tiempo omita las bebidas azucaradas
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/May/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![two men ascending a hiking trail while at least 6 feet apart](/main/images/news/2020/May/men-on-trail.jpg)
Weather and Phase 1 present opportunity to enjoy outdoors
![chickens in a field](/main/images/news/2020/May/chickens.jpg)
Interest in producing food at home increases as COVID-19 raises food scarcity concerns
![Carson City mayor holding a Nevada Wildfire Awareness Month banner alongside fire department and Living With Fire staff](/main/images/news/2020/May/nevada-wildfire-awareness-month.jpg)
Extension presents “Living With Fire Conversations” during Nevada Wildfire Awareness Month
![Two women testing data collection equipment in the forest](/main/images/news/2020/May/students-maintaining-equipment.jpg)
University researchers design water quantity tool to help with forest-thinning plans
![Tibbitts Award winner Amy Fitch Zooms with her CHS 440 class](/main/images/news/2020/May/Amy_Fitch_CHS_440_zoom.jpg)
Amy Fitch and Elena Pravosudova are 2020 Tibbitts Teaching Excellence award winners
![a woman wearing a mask while walking a dog](/main/images/news/2020/May/woman-with-mask-walking-dog.jpg)
Extension provides information on how to help yourself and others
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/May/business-development-conference.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![4-H girl posing with her pig at a livestock show](/main/images/news/2020/May/4H-girl-showing-pig.jpg)
Statewide online event supports youth and their work with the animals they’ve raised
![Davidson Mathematics and Science building](/main/images/news/2020/May/Davidson-math-science-building.jpg)
Faculty share congratulations with NSF GRFP recipients and students offer advice for others interested in applying.
![cattle grazing in a field](/main/images/news/2020/May/cattle-grazing.jpg)
Weekly sessions feature grass-roots experts to answer questions and offer insight
![Asian family of four eating dinner at a table](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/family-eating-at-table.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension provides information on avoiding strife, improving communication
![a red flag fluttering in the breeze](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/red-flag.jpg)
University gives tips for recognizing unfounded health and nutrition claims
![Hannah posing with hoof pick](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/4H-with-hoof-pick.jpg)
Elko County 4-H hosts online scavenger hunt and photo contest for members
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![Jobs peak behind a ranch with a storm coming in](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/jobs-peak.jpg)
Weekly sessions feature grass-roots experts to answer questions and offer insight
![black-and-white image of person reaching out a helping hand toward the camera](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/helping-domestic-violence-victims.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension provides information on how to help yourself or others
![Split screen showing screen grab of a young girl (left) and a man flyfishing (right) both with Sci-On Official Selection laurels overlain on the images.](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/sci-on-fest-header.jpg)
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.
![Nora Luna](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Nora-Luna.jpg)
Extension’s Nora Luna works to develop and manage after-school and STEAM programs
![tiny worms under microscope](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Worms-under-scope.jpg)
Energy conservation may be a major function of sleep, according to new study
![Seed packets displayed on wall](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Seeds-on-wall.jpg)
Extension helps families begin growing their own food during shelter-in-place order
![Businesswoman presenting at an Extension business development event](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/business-development.jpg)
Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19
![fox in natural history museum](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/fox-in-the-museum.jpg)
College of Science biologist contributes to global effort
![eggs in a carton](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/eggs.jpg)
With some items becoming harder to come by, University of Nevada, Reno nutritionist offers clarification
![Young girl using a sewing machine to sew pink palm leaf printed cloth](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/4h-hannah-making-masks.jpg)
Mask requests coming in to Extension from those helping to manage the crisis
![Elizabeth Everest dons a sun hat while on a boat in Cambodia with local Wonders of the Mekong team members.](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/elizabeth-everest-cambodia.jpg)
Elizabeth Everest (WiSE graduate) and Connor Billman of the Department of Biology both received the prestigious award.
![Sarah Monique Somma](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Sarah-Monique-Somma.jpg)
Sarah Monique Somma joins Extension to develop STEAM curriculum for underrepresented students
![Danielle Miles](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Danielle-Miles.jpg)
“Helping vulnerable populations in any way we can is essential now more than ever”
![Susan McClain standing behind a table covered with fresh ingredients and cutting boards](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/chef-suzy-food-demonstration.jpg)
Programs go virtual this month to keep communities informed and engaged amid COVID-19 outbreak
![Paul Meiman](/main/images/news/2020/Apr/Paul-Meiman.jpg)
Paul Meiman joins Extension office in Elko to work on rangeland management for livestock and wildlife
![Matteo Aureli, Mohammed Ben-Idris and Jamie Voyles-Ensor are panel presentation speakers.](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/CAREER_panel_3-2020.jpg)
The latest prestigious early-career awards will advance research in wildfire-smoke forecasting, battery performance and understanding brain function
![Jennie Parker and Chris Pritsos standing beside delivered personal protective equipment supplies](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/PPE-Donations-Jennie-and-Chris.jpg)
University banding together to provide medical supplies for COVID-19 care – more supplies needed
![Boy holding plate of dairy while girl points to dairy section of MyPlate graphic](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/MyPlate.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno dietitian provides research-based information
![Sarah Bisbing](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/sarah-bisbing.jpg)
Natural Resources & Environmental Science assistant professor to administer University teaching, research & outreach forest
![plants in raised garden bed](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/Rasied-Beds.jpg)
Extension presents eight back-to-basics courses to be offered online for communities statewide
![Stream with trees and grass](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/Aquatic-Pesticide-Safety.jpg)
Extension workshop offers training for those applying pesticides
![Claudia Ruckert](/main/images/news/2020/Mar/Claudia-Ruckert.jpg)
Claudia Rückert joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Donald Deever](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Donald-Deever.jpg)
Donald Deever joins Extension office in Lincoln County to work on economic development
![Mozart Fonseca in front of screen displaying different types of corn with audience watching](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Fonseca-Presentation.jpg)
University’s Extension teaches youth about livestock with hands-on activities
![Lohman in the dark on a range wearing a headlamp holding a sage grouse](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Madeleine-Lohman-Sage-Grouse.jpg)
Madeleine Lohman garners best talk at prestigious regional conference, earns field's most respected fellowship
![Hemp growing in a greenhouse](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/hemp-greenhouse.jpg)
Extension workshop offers training for those applying pesticides
![Sherm Swanson teaching a group of adults next to a pond](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/swanson-creeks-and-communities.jpg)
Sherman Swanson retires after 36 years with University
![Four Uzbekistan grad students measuring sagebrush in a field](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/uzbekistan-grad-students.jpg)
Schultz, Perryman partner with Utah State University and Uzbekistan’s Samarkand State University
![Taylor Hollaway with two other students harvesting lettuce.](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Taylor-Hollaway.jpg)
Taylor Hollaway worked with Desert Farming Initiative to complete degree
![Tanya Kelley and Scott Mensing at the Fall 2019 Community Based Research Symposium](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Tanya_and_Scott_at_IC.jpg)
Tanya Kelley named to guide the range of programs and services to encourage pursuit of research, scholarly and creative activities by undergraduates
![Esmail Zanjani](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/esmail-zanjani.jpg)
Department of Animal Biotechnology chair did groundbreaking stem cell and gene therapy research
![Sheila Bray posing in front of green foliage](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Sheila-Bray-Announcement.jpg)
Sheila Bray joins Extension office in Clark County to work on outreach
![4-H'ers sitting on the dock at 4-H Camp in Lake Tahoe, enjoying the sunset](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/4H-alumni.jpg)
Extension has offered a 4-H program in Nevada for more than 90 years, benefitting our state's youth for a lifetime
![Apple pie on glass plate with serving utensil](/main/images/news/2020/Feb/Pie-Filling-Preservation.jpg)
Extension offers food preservation workshops Feb. 21 and 26
![Lung cancer on a chest x-ray](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/lung-cancer-x-ray.jpg)
"Lincoln County knew and experienced the dangers of radiation in the form of hazardous fallout from the Nevada Test Site, but an even bigger radiation hazard exists today."
![Photos on a table next to 4-H award ribbons](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/4H-photo-contest.jpg)
Extension seeks 4-H club leaders for youth ages 5 to 19
![Researcher Yftah Tal-Gan in a white lab coat and safety glasses standing near lab equipment](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/Yftah_standing.jpg)
Prestigious science journal publishes College of Science researchers’ milestone findings
![4-H campers doing an experiment on seedlings with graduate student](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/4H-Experiments.jpg)
Students in Nevada Biosciences Association lead experiments to encourage 4-H youth to pursue STEM
Invisible Reaper takes first in 11th annual Nevada Radon Poster Contest hosted by University of Nevada, Reno Extension's Nevada Radon Education Program.
Winners for the Nevada Radon Poster Contest announced
![Fire raging and smoke billowing along a populated Australia coastline](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/Australia-fire-BLM-Nevada.jpg)
Rangeland Ecology and Management Program student and Bureau of Land Management Nevada firefighter Matt Petersen joins international taskforce
![Hand picking fruit from tree](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/Growing-fruit-trees.jpg)
University teams up with Washoe Parks and Bartley Ranch to offer free series
![Dani Salcido with Earthwatch volunteers](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/Dani-Costa_Rica-Earthwatch.jpg)
Plant, caterpillar, parasitoid interaction studied for 22 years by biologists in College of Science
![Marina MacLean](/main/images/news/2020/Jan/marina-maclean.jpg)
Marina MacLean joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Christina T. Igono wearing glasses and a gray turtleneck stares into the distance](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/Christina-T-Igono.jpg)
"It is imperative professionals in my field develop sustainable agricultural practices, mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and reduce natural disasters or we might not survive."
![cattle grazing at the base of some mountains](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/cattle-grazing.jpg)
Educational programs to be held at seven locations across Nevada
![Lizeth Ramirez-Barroeta in a courtroom holding a U.S. flag and flanked by two of her coworkers.](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/lizeth-ramirez-barroeta-citizen.jpg)
Extension's Lizeth Ramirez-Barroeta, a University classified employee of the month, was sworn in as a U.S. citizen
![Headshot of Erica Bigio in front of foliage](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/Erica-Bigio.jpg)
Erica Bigio works to increase interest in environmental science
![Staci Emm](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/staci-emm.jpg)
Paper published about research and impact on kindergarten student health knowledge
![Erin Hanan and student taking soil samples](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/erin-hanan-with-student.jpg)
Large research project conducted in California will shed light on dryland watershed pollution worldwide
![Kelley Stewart holding up award certificate](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/Kelley-Stewart-Fellows-Awards.jpg)
One of only 10 members nationally to receive The Wildlife Society Fellows Award
![Teresa Byington with her award](/main/images/news/2019/Dec/teresa-byington-national-award.jpg)
University’s Teresa Byington recognized for leadership, program efforts and professional development
![Robert Washington-Allen pointing to computer screen](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/Robert-Washington-Allen.jpg)
Robert Washington-Allen joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Two bottled drinks, one clear and one red](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/sugary-drinks.jpg)
Reading the ingredients list is the best way to tell if your drink has added sugar. | La mejor manera de saber si su bebida contiene azúcar agregado es leer la lista de ingredientes.
![boy drinking water from a bottle with a straw](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/drink-water.jpg)
Water needs vary by age, sex, physical activity level and environmental factors. | La necesidad de agua varía según la edad, el sexo, el nivel de actividad física y los factores ambientales.
![Posed are the 20+ participants in the final Sponsored Projects Academy session](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/Sponsored_Projects_Academy_Graduation_2019.jpg)
Program better connects individuals to the bigger picture: the administrative processes, network and impact of the research enterprise
![woman holding out a glass of orange juice](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/fruit-juice.jpg)
Nutrients in juice are not the same as whole fruit. | Los nutrientes en el jugo no son lo mismo que la fruta entera.
![child drinking from a bottle of water](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/child-drinking.jpg)
Electrolytes play important roles in the body, and many drinks have added electrolytes. Are these drinks worth the extra cost? | Los electrolitos tienen funciones importantes en el cuerpo, y muchas bebidas tienen electrolitos añadidos. ¿Vale la pena pagar el costo adicional de estas bebidas?
![Dr. Voronova point to a beaker filled with a liquid and a white opaque gas while a group of young students look on.](/main/images/news/2019/Nov/chemseries-unr-header.jpg)
The Chemistry Demonstration Series, launched by a professor-student duo, ignites a passion for science in K-12 learners.
![Participants listening to an orchard demonstration](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/25-Orchard-Anniversary.jpg)
Public invited to tours, demonstrations, plant and produce sales
![Headshot of Shannon Horrillo in a park](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/Shannon-Horrillo.jpg)
Shannon Horrillo joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Rangeland Ecology & Management students collecting plant and soils data on a range.](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/rangeland-ecology-management.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno and its College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources earn accreditation from the Society for Range Management
![Ana Marquez posing with award](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/Radon-Poster-Winner-Ana-Marquez.jpg)
Nevada Radon Poster Contest 2020 is now open to students
![two women at field day giving a thumbs-up](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/Nevada-Field-Day.jpg)
University experts showcase research, activities and programs at fall festival
![Doug Smith posing for a photo with a gray wolf in snowy Yellowstone National Park.](/main/images/news/2019/Oct/doug-smith.jpg)
The College of Science and Mackay School honored an impressive group of alumni at the annual Alumni of the Year reception on September 25.
![Christina Restaino posing in front of trees](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/Christina_Restaino_Headshot.jpg)
Christina Restaino joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Participants of tree walk identifying a tree](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/Tree_Walk_Seasonal_Series.jpg)
Extension series teaches sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![Coretta Patterson](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/Coretta-Patterson.jpg)
Coretta Patterson joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![4H youth showing sheep at a fair](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/4H-showing-sheep.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Extension brings back State Expo after hiatus
![Perry Williams headshot](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/Perry_Williams.jpg)
Researcher Perry Williams joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Joanna Blaszczak smiling with a river running in the background](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/joanna-blaszczak-v2.jpg)
Joanna Blaszczak joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Master Gardener Don White inspecting grapevines and taking notes on clipboard](/main/images/news/2019/Sept/demo-orchard-master-gardener-researching-grapes-v3.jpg)
University partners with Oregon State to investigate ways to make grape varieties more drought-tolerant
![A fire burning towards a community](/main/images/news/2016/Nov/Fire1180.jpg)
Jamie Roice-Gomes and Ashley Andrews discuss preparing now for a wildfire evacuation
![David St-Jules posing in front of trees](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/David_St_Jules_Profile.jpg)
Dietician and Nutritionist David St-Jules joins the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Khmer man with giant catfish in the Tonle Sap River](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/mekong-giant-catfish-no-teeth.jpg)
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.
![Men loading pine needles into truck](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/LakeviewCleanupDay1180.jpg)
University experts help homeowners to make homes more fire safe
![Faculty member and student in front of research-project poster](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/Ahmad_Itani_at_Undergrad_Research_Symposium.jpg)
His career studying and improving engineering of bridges now shifts to building connections to resources, opportunities, colleagues
![A home completely engulfed in fame](/main/images/news/2019/May/BurningHome1180.jpg)
University experts caution actions taken by homeowners before a fire ever starts play a critical role.
![a chickpea plant](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/chickpea_plant.jpg)
Research being done on drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant crops
![Luis Schutz researching at desk](/main/images/news/2019/Aug/Luis_Schutz_Profile.jpg)
Luis Schütz joins the University’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
![Charles Schembre Planting Grape Vines](/main/images/news/2019/July/Charles_Schembre_Planting_Grape_Vines.jpg)
Experience in soil health and biodiversity will benefit the Experiment Station’s research and programs
![Picture of Edward Cruz](/main/images/news/2019/July/Edward_Cruz_Cover.jpg)
Edward Cruz hopes to improve agricultural production as an academic researcher
![A portion of an American flag on the left with Donna Healy, Jacque Ewing-Taylor, Brendi Gertsma and Shawn Norman posing for a photo with one holding a certificate.](/main/images/news/2019/Jun/Healy_Ewing-Taylor_Gertsma_Norman.jpg)
Staff Employees' Council names Brendi Gertsma Distinguished Classified Employee of the Year
![Yellow and black harlequin frog sitting on a rock](/main/images/news/2019/Jun/Healthy_Atelopus_zeteki.jpg)
Biologist Jamie Voyles receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award to continue research
![Tamzen Stringham holding award plaque](/main/images/news/2019/Jun/TamzenStringhamAward.jpg)
Tamzen Stringham develops tools to help land managers make informed decisions
![Nunez Zepeda at booth](/main/images/news/2019/Jun/nunez-zepeda-field-day-2017.jpg)
"It’s important that there are people doing what I do because we can help our community by teaching them how to have a healthy lifestyle."
![Jennifer Hollander](/main/images/news/2019/Jun/jennifer-hollander-headshot.jpg)
Jennifer Hollander nominated by faculty and awarded for teaching success
![Female student in graduation attire walks towards the stage at the 2019 graduation ceremony.](/main/images/news/2019/May/commencement-2019-student-walking.jpg)
Robinson, an alumna of the College of Science, delivered the commencement address at the 2019 College of Science and College of Engineering graduation ceremony.
![Happy graduate waving](/main/images/news/2019/May/Happy-2019-graduate.jpg)
Record number of degrees, 3,201, conferred during University's 129th Commencement
The Honor the Best ceremony has been a staple gathering around commencement since 1970 and recognizes the outstanding achievements of faculty, staff and students.
‘All of you are the embodiment of the mission and values of our University’
![unloading fish nets on the Tonle Sap River in Cambodia](/main/images/news/2019/May/unloading_dai_nets_tonle_sap_river_cambodia.jpg)
College of Science biologist Zeb Hogan on international team of scientists
![University student with faculty member/mentor and community partner](/main/images/news/2019/May/Noah_Drymalski_with_mentors.jpg)
Community-based undergraduate researchers join with faculty mentors to explore problems and offer understanding and ideas to make a difference
![Dean Payne, Louis Test and Claus Tittiger.](/main/images/news/2019/May/CABNRAwardsPayneTestTittiger1180.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno's College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources honored Test for agricultural advocacy, leadership and education
![CABNR professors and students with Outstanding Senior Sandy Lee](/main/images/news/2019/May/Awards-Night-2019.jpg)
"I want to express my gratitude to each of you for your dedication, support and commitment to excellence."
![Claus Tittiger and Olga Ilchuk](/main/images/news/2019/May/ilchuk-olga-3567.jpg)
"I want to express my gratitude to each of you for your dedication, support and commitment to excellence."
![Jeff Harper in his biochemistry laboratory.](/main/images/news/2019/May/Jeff_Harper_Distinguished_Career.jpg)
Jeff Harper named Nevada’s Distinguished Career Researcher for his significant work addressing the global, food-security challenge
![a vineyard](/main/images/news/2019/May/UNRVineyard1180.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative seeks help planting wine grapes in demonstration vineyard
![Two children outside their with faces painted at a craft table with an adult.](/main/images/news/2019/Apr/Day-Museum-header.jpg)
Take an interactive walking tour of 10 University museums on and around campus
![forest recovery](/main/images/news/2019/Apr/bisbing_forest_health.jpg)
Forests and their ecosystems face increased threats to health as temperatures rise
![Seven faculty members view demonstration of a large-size "two-photon" microscope](/main/images/news/2019/Apr/Dr_Earley_Team.jpg)
Biggest Little Research: Significant NIH Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence support builds on molecular and cellular expertise to address the leading cause of death
![2 faculty member sitting at desk in office with neuroscience-related images on the computer screens](/main/images/news/2019/Apr/Jim_Kenyon_with_Jacqueline_Snow.jpg)
James Kenyon named director of University of Nevada, Reno institute designed to complement and extend the energy, experience and potential in the neurosciences
![healthy frog](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/Healthy_Lithobates%20warz.jpg)
College of Science biology professor Jamie Voyles participated in international study
![Yerka Melinda leading an alternative crop research tour at New Crop Field Day in Fallon, Nevada](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/yerka-group.jpg)
Professors Stringham and Yerka, along with postdoctoral scholar Dunham-Cheatham, discuss their work as CABNR researchers
![A black dog catching a treat in the air](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/pet-food/dog-eating.jpg)
Professor Gustin and fellow researchers Chichester, Dunham-Cheatam, Luippold and Vargas-Estrada talk about their work and answer related questions
![Felicity Muth with bee](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/nvtoday-felicity-muth-bee.jpg)
Anne Leonard and Felicity Muth sit down to talk about their research, what's coming next and overcoming stereotypes
![hands pulling purple leaves in a hoop house](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/DFIWorkshop1180.jpg)
Workshops offered ahead of compliance inspections for Nevada farms
![Jamie verifying the soil type with a collection of tools around her](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/field-work-hole.jpg)
Dafoe, a graduate of the College of Biotechnology, Agriculture & Natural Resources rangeland science program, takes us through life as a rangeland consultant
![Wildflowers in the lab](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/wildflowers_and_bees_Leonard_Lab.jpg)
Anne Leonard awarded National Science Foundation grant to fund bumblebee research
![Barile lab makes windows smart](/main/images/news/2019/Mar/Barile_Lab_tinted_windows.jpg)
Chemistry professor creates new technology for vastly improved smart window performance
![Landscape image of the Nevada desert](/main/images/news/2019/Feb/nevada-desert.jpg)
The exhibit focuses on the contrasting environments found in Nevada and the Great Basin, and the relationship of the environment to its living inhabitants including humans, animals, and plants.
![chickadee eating a bug](/main/images/news/2019/Feb/chickadee_eating_bug.jpg)
Long-term, extensive study in Sierra Nevada range yields behavior, memory and selection data
![Dr. Karen Lloyd (left) and Dr. Robert Zeigler](/main/images/news/2019/Jan/DSLS-spring2019.jpg)
The College of Science welcomes two leading researchers to campus during the spring 2019 semester.
![Paul Hartley and Yanji Xu in genomics lab](/main/images/news/2019/Jan/Hartley_Xu_Genomics_Center.jpg)
New directors named to centers for bioinformatics and genomics
![Yan lab male infertility research](/main/images/news/2019/Jan/Yan%20lab%20Nevada%20Today.jpg)
UNR Med-led research team corrects a 150-year-old wrong concept regarding sperm transport; findings could lead to new treatment for male infertility
![Someone looking through a book of pressed plants and flowers. Hands are visible holding up a page.](/main/images/news/2019/Jan/Natural-History-Museum-6.jpg)
Professor Julie Allen leads research using big data to address biodiversity issues at the global scale
![Rose Petersky standing in the snow surrounded by pine trees](/main/images/news/2018/December/Snow_Pack_Research.jpg)
New publications discuss snowpack changes and their implications in the Great Basin
![Mohave Desert Tortoise crawling in desert](/main/images/news/2018/December/Mohave_Desert_Tortoise.jpg)
University professor awarded grant to research Desert Tortoise species in Nevada
![Lahontan cutthroat trout](/main/images/news/2018/April/FWSBiologistCoreneLCT.jpg)
Lahontan cutthroat trout species re-discovery was the most clicked on Nevada Today story in 2018
![Photo of a Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar](/main/images/news/2018/December/Green_Industry_Training.jpg)
Series of Cooperative Extension classes teach sustainable horticulture to local professionals
![BUtterfly on plant](/main/images/news/2018/December/ChemEcoImage.jpg)
The Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology welcomes Dr. Paul Cox at December 2018 Launch Symposium
![students with desert bighorn sheep](/main/images/news/2018/November/students_with_desert_bighorn_sheep.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno biologists study effect of herd restoration over past 50 years
![Hillis Plot](/main/images/news/2018/November/hillis_plot.jpg)
Free public event, College of Science Discover Science Lecture, Nov. 15
![Bed in room](/main/images/news/2018/October/ATP-sleep.jpg)
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.
![Researcher in jungle](/main/images/news/2018/Sept/ChemEcology_HeaderImage.jpg)
The Hitchcock Center will formalize and enhance the highly successful interdisciplinary and international collaborations in the fields of chemical ecology and natural products chemistry.
![Students study with each other.](/main/images/news/2018/Sept/Group_Study.jpg)
New programs range from a minor in graphic design to a B.S. in biotechnology
![Image of a lake at the base of snowy mountains.](/main/images/news/2018/Sept/snowymountain_1180.jpg)
Is agriculture at risk from changing water availability? Twelve researchers from five institutions in three states, representing several academic disciplines, aim to find out.
![a crop of sorghum](/main/images/news/2018/Sept/Sorghum1180.jpg)
Research being done on low-water, drought tolerant and salt tolerant crops
![man and baby looking at sheep in a pen](/main/images/news/2018/Aug/FieldDaySheepAndBaby1180.jpg)
University experts showcase research, engage attendees in activities and programs
![Seven students in white NevadaFIT T-shirst pose for a photo while gathered on the University of Nevada, Reno campus.](/main/images/news/2018/Aug/HealthFit.jpg)
More than 1,700 incoming freshman – nearly half of all University of Nevada, Reno freshmen – to participate in program designed to increase college success
![Glenn Miller working in lab](/main/images/news/2018/July/Glenn_Miller_lab.jpg)
Glenn Miller studied roadside plant biofuel, cleaning up mining waste and protecting water sources
![Researchers test for mercury in pet food at CABNR lab](/main/images/news/2018/July/testing_for_mercury_in_pet_food.jpg)
Crowdfunding used to finance research
![Researcher shines light on a test tube in a darkened lab](/main/images/news/2018/June/test_tube_in_lab.jpg)
Past University research honorees offer faculty community a voice on campus and beyond
![Christopher Barile working on smart window in lab](/main/images/news/2018/June/ChrisBarlieMainPhto.jpg)
University’s Christopher Barile discusses how smart windows can be the future of windows
![Three people dressed in protective hard hats and lab coats are cutting meat in the meat-production lab](/main/images/news/2018/June/Amilton_de_Mello.jpg)
Industry is seeing surge of innovation and safety advancements through research by the 2018 Foundation Early Career Innovator
![Mule deer getting an ultrasound in the field](/main/images/news/2018/May/deer_ultrasound.jpg)
Kelley Stewart lab looked at mule deer in arid environments, particularly juvenile survival
![Zeb Hogan in Salween River](/main/images/news/2018/May/Zeb_Hogan_with_Myanmar_catfish.jpg)
Biology professor travels off the grid to the dangerous Salween River in Myanmar to start the new season
![2 separate, side-by-side photos of Dr. Chalifoux and Dr. Snow](/main/images/news/2018/May/Snow_and_Chalifoux.jpg)
Recognized for early successes and discoveries in research fields of chemistry, psychology
![Professor holds a large-scale model of a molecule.](/main/images/news/2018/May/Tom_Bell_in_office.jpg)
2018 Foundation Established Innovator Awardee is working with compounds that have the potential to save lives and improve health
![NevadaTeach student with Sparks High School Students](/main/images/news/2018/May/NevadaTeach_SparksHigh-StoryHeader.jpg)
University program addresses qualified math, science teacher shortage and continues to expand as students develop a love for teaching
![University student Shawnice Kraeber working on a patient at the Student Outreach Clinic](/main/images/news/2018/May/SOC.jpg)
Shawnice Kraeber is the first post-baccalaureate student to graduate from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
![Professor Jeff Harper with a student in his biochemistry lab](/main/images/news/2018/May/Jeff_Harper_with_student%280%29.jpg)
Jeff Harper, University’s 2018 Outstanding Researcher, contributes to advancements in plant biology through ‘extraordinary’ research
![Student Jolene Norton holds up her report titled "Reno Local Food Assessment."](/main/images/news/2018/May/Community_Based_Research_intern_Jolene_Norton.jpg)
Through Community-Based Research, students explore problems and offer understanding, tools and ideas to make a difference
![Researchers Mae Gustin and Grant Edwards work on a computer in a green-house.](/main/images/news/2018/May/Mae_Gustin_and_collaborator%280%29.jpg)
Study of atmospheric pollutants by 2018 Regents’ Researcher of the Year contributes new insights into a global challenge
![Girl riding a horse as the horse clear a jump](/main/images/news/2018/April/NicoleRobertsOnJerseyGirlByPetaRoss1180.jpg)
Local horse enthusiasts, students and University help reconvene team after 10-year hiatus
![Fish and Wildlife Services measures Lahontan cutthroat](/main/images/news/2018/April/FWSBiologistCoreneLCT.jpg)
University’s Mary Peacock publishes research on recovering Nevada’s local monster fish
![Green and borwn frog (pristimanti museosus) in foliage](/main/images/news/2018/April/Frog_Pristimanti_%20museosus.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads study that shows some amphibian species recover from infectious disease despite a persistently pathogenic fungus
![Mick Hitchcock](/main/images/news/2018/March/Mick_Hitchcock%280%29.jpg)
Mick Hitchcock will speak April 5 at 7 p.m. as part of the Discover Science Lecture Series
![Unfed and blood fed larvae](/main/images/news/2018/Feb/Tick1180x560.jpg)
CABNR lab receives grant from National Institute of Health for tick research
![Watershed hydrology class measures stream flow](/main/images/news/2018/Jan/Watershed_Hydrology_Class.jpg)
CABNR study shows new snowpack prediction variable for water use managers
![Ganzorig Batsaihan (left) sits with Sudeep Chandra on a river boat](/main/images/news/2018/Jan/COS_NVToday_Ganzorig.jpg)
The film "Ganzorig and the River Wolf" offers a unique perspective into the work of local Mongolian scientist, Ganzorig Batsaihan.
![A group of students dressed in lab coats and goggles pose in a chemistry lab around their TA.](/Assets/Images/default-place-holder-image.jpg)
Three Teaching Assistants recognized for their success in undergraduate chemistry lab safety
![Two professors and two students stand infront of a tree.](/main/images/news/2017/December/NT%20Alvarez-Ponce.jpg)
University research into Neu5Gc sugar lays groundwork for research in diets, transplants, and diseases.
![Woodrat of the genus Neotoma](/main/images/news/2017/December/Woodrat1180x560.jpg)
The team is able to look at the processes underlying range movement
![Fang Jiang studies fMRI technology images](/main/images/news/2017/November/Fang_Jiang_fMRI_images.jpg)
Presentations represented a variety of disciplines, including sustainable plant production and street art in virtual reality
![Great Basin of Nevada](/main/images/news/2017/November/great%20basin%20DSC_0261.jpg)
New genetic study methods, targeted seed production in four-year study by CABNR, College of Science
![Students in Wallace's lab](/main/images/news/2017/Nov/wallacelab1180x560.jpg)
Ian Wallace, professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, honored with early career development award
![Wei Yan and David Leitner pictured in their classrooms](/main/images/news/2017/Nov/Leitner_and_Yan_AAAS_Fellows_%28updated%29%280%29.jpg)
David Leitner and Wei Yan receive national recognition for their distinguished contributions to science
![Students stand with julie Robinson for a photo](/main/images/news/2017/November/JulieRobinson_PhysicsClub_Header.jpg)
College of Science and Davidson Academy students and professors meet with Julie Robinson prior to her lecture
![Associate Dean/Director Ivory Lyles](/main/images/news/2017/Nov/Ivory%20Lyles.jpg)
Part of administrative reorganization approved by Regents last year to enhance service to Nevadans
![College of Science researcher fly fishing](/main/images/news/2017/November/Mongolia/1_UNRScience_Mongolia.jpg)
Zeb Hogan and Sudeep Chandra's research on taimen in Mongolia could inform sustainable fly fishing and ecosystem management globally.
![Growing winegrapes](/main/images/news/2017/Nov/GrapesNevada1180.jpg)
Herds and Harvest program features University experts to teach fundamentals of beer and wine making.
![Student Brian Huynh speaks to a crowd of guests at the College of Science Scholarship Luncheon](/main/images/news/2017/October/ScholLunch-2.jpg)
Scholarship recipients met with donors at the annual College of Science Scholarship Luncheon
![North Lake Tahoe](/main/images/news/2017/October/tahoe%20north%20shore.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno’s Jonathan Greenberg is making headway with his specialized, remote-sensing related research
![Felicity Muth examines samples in the field](/main/images/news/2017/October/Felicity%20NT.jpg)
Biology scholar receives $60,000 For Women in Science Fellowship for her work with bees
![Two students and a professor examine a bird's nest box.](/main/images/news/2017/September/JennyPhotoEdited.jpg)
NSF grant funds University of Nevada, Reno research, expeditions, education about birds and urbanization
![Professor in front of her class](/main/images/news/2017/ACUE.jpg)
Evidence-based course offers techniques to use in the classroom
![Hall Cushman](/main/images/news/2017/September/HallCushmanOffice1180x560.jpg)
Cushman joins the University as Department Chair of Natural Resources and Environmental Science
![Hoop House at Desert Farming Initiative](/main/images/news/2017/September/hoop%20house%20pix.jpg)
Desert Farming Initiative hosts 2nd Annual Farm to Fork Dinner
![A woman buys a plant at Nevada Field Day.](/main/images/news/2017/September/FieldDayPlantSale1180.jpg)
Free University event features hands-on activities, local food, demonstrations and education Sept. 30
![Hamilton Lab at the University](/main/images/news/2017/September/Hamilton%20Lab%20Kristina.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno leads effort to increase workforce in life sciences for Nevada industries
![Davidson Math and Science Center at University of Nevada, Reno](/main/images/news/2017/September/DSLS.jpg)
Discover Science Lecture Series begins its seventh year at Nevada
![Thomas Kidd and fruit fly pic](/main/images/news/2017/August/Thomas%20Kidd%20and%20the%20fruit%20fly.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno neuroscientists find clues in genetic studies
![Photographer in wet suit takes photos under water in Lake Tahoe](/main/images/news/2017/August/Tahoe_Clarity_under_water.jpg)
Early-stage proof-of-concept funding applications now open for Nevada Research and Innovation Corporation program
![Franco Biondi in the field.](/main/images/news/2017/August/Biondi_field_station_sm.jpg)
Franco Biondi’s studies contribute to article in Nature publication
![FIT2Care NevadaFIT group photo](/main/images/news/2017/August/FIT2Care_1180x560.jpg)
Nearly 1,450 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
![A mosquito feeds](/main/images/news/2017/August/mosquito1180x560.jpg)
CABNR/Biology faculty receive $500,000 grant from U.S. Department of Defense for mosquito research
![Collage includes artist's rendering of the Switch facility located east of Reno, known as The Citadel Campus, plus a laboratory work space and computer circuit board.](/main/images/news/2017/August/hpc-collage.jpg)
Technology leader Switch provides critical data-ecosystem infrastructure to power Pronghorn, the University's new cluster, and the regional economy
![biologists show newly found toad species](/main/images/news/2017/July/dixie_valley_toad_team.jpg)
Biologists work to identify small toads published in science journal
![Customers pick up produce](/main/images/news/2017/July/DFI1180x560.jpg)
Online farm stand available to University affiliates as well as the community, increases University’s competitive agriculture advantage
![Ariel view of Downtown Ely Nevada](/main/images/news/2017/June/DowntownEly_1180.jpg)
$500,000 grant renewal will assist communities throughout the West with regional development strategies that could extend throughout the U.S.
![Researchers in a grassy field](/main/images/news/2017/June/grass-research.jpg)
Associate Professor Mike Teglas answers questions about the tick population and disease after the heavy winter in the Sierra
![Students in front of Hamilton machine](/main/images/news/2017/May/HamiltonStudents2.jpg)
Partnership with Hamilton Robotics gives students unique learning experience, competitive edge
![Angela Hornsby poses for a photo in a science lab](/main/images/news/2017/May/angela_hornsby.jpg)
University honorees receive Teaching Award, Academic Advising Awards and Student Scholar Awards; in addition to Regents' Researcher and Rising Researcher of the Year
![Antonio Faciola, assistant professor of animal nutrition at UNR](/Assets/Images/default-place-holder-image.jpg)
Research to facilitate nutrient utilization exhibits promising future in commercialization
![students sampling soil at main station](/main/images/news/2017/May/HG_sampling%20main_station_imbed.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno’s agriculture programs serve Nevada
![Patricia Ellison reacts to being named the winnter](/main/images/news/2017/May/Trish%20Ellison%20sized.jpg)
Patricia Ellison in Biochemistry and Tamara Scronce in Art are 2017 Tibbitts Distinguished Teachers
![Greene with snake](/main/images/news/2017/May/harry-greene.jpg)
The award-winning author and professor will discuss how natural history influences values
![Student researcher presenting at the Undergraduate Research Symposium](/Assets/Images/default-place-holder-image.jpg)
Undergraduate Research develops resources to further facilitate students in pursuit of research in various fields
![John Cushman is shown with members of his research working in the University's Greenhouse Complex.](/main/images/news/2017/April/John_Cushman_with_agave.jpg)
2017 Nevada Regents’ Researcher Award recognizes the contributions of CABNR Foundation Professor John Cushman
![The ice plant Cushman uses for his research](/main/images/news/2017/April/iceplant_1180x560%5B1%5D.jpg)
John Cushman’s proposal recently picked as one of the Joint Genome Institute’s Community Science Program projects through U.S. Department of Energy
![Aaron Unger and Shahil Pema](/main/images/news/2017/April/Goldwater_2%201180x560.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno Honors students Aaron Unger and Shahil Pema are named 2017 Goldwater Scholars
Nine students from the University of Nevada, Reno were awarded the prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship.
Nine fellowships awarded to undergraduate seniors and graduate students in 2017
![Ricketts in her lab at UNR](/main/images/news/2017/April/rickettsandstudents1180x560.jpg)
Experiments conducted at the University using grape seed extract and mice prove to be beneficial for health
![Bee](/main/images/news/2017/April/Bee2Cropped.jpg)
The biology professor and researcher have been making waves with their work on bees
![Genetic plants at UNR lab](/main/images/news/2017/April/geneticplants1180_560.jpg)
A lab’s unique look at the structure of plants and how they can help our environment
![Fishing on the Tonle Sap River in Cambodia](/main/images/news/2017/Mar/tonle_sap_fishing_IMG_1052_1180.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno teams with international agencies to study fish migration in Tonle Sap River
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Seed-grants support creative, interdisciplinary research such as effort to explain why smell plays such a key role in life
![Chickadees studied at University](/main/images/news/2017/Mar/Chickadee31180.jpg)
Vladimir Pravosudov has spent his career studying behavior and cognition in small birds
![GrapeVines](/main/images/news/2017/Mar/GrapeVines1180.jpg)
University experts discuss how to grow grapes in Nevada’s diverse and stressful climate
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University hires former student and now distinguished teacher and researcher
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David Alvarez-Ponce is a contributor to a new paper that explores the evolution of the cephalotus plant
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World-renowned autism and animal behavioral spokesperson to visit Reno
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CABNR team using $1.37 million NSF grant to help Nevada potato industry
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College of Science's Global Water Center team begins work to conserve one of world’s largest rivers
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Michael Dickinson, will speak as part of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Discover Science Lecture Series
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The five-year grant will fund research on interactions between insects, microbes and their environment
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University’s Global Water Center builds team to conserve one of world’s largest rivers
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Citizen scientists assist University of Nevada, Reno in research of Sierra meadow ecosystems
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Jeffrey Harper, professor of molecular biosciences, joins the select few AAAS Fellows at the University
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New name and renewed ‘gold standard’ accreditation signal Animal Resources’ scope of service and level of commitment
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Class to teach how to grow grapes in Nevada’s diverse and stressful climate
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National Geographic exhibition featuring the work of University of Nevada, Reno researcher Zeb Hogan opens at the Tennessee Aquarium
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University of Nevada, Reno and University of Wyoming team up to trace coevolution of trees and birds
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Event to highlight local food production and raise money for student internships
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Free event features hands-on activities, local food, demonstrations, research and education
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Grant to help further her bee behavior research in Anne Leonard Lab
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The University Balloon Race Scholarship Committee awards University students Liliana Davalos and Christian Jara for 2016
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Research team led by College of Science Associate Professor Matt Forister
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President Barack Obama praises Nevada Sen. Reid for saving Lake Tahoe
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Research shows value to meat industry, restaurants and premier eating experience for consumers
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More than 1,000 incoming freshman to participate in program designed to increase college success
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CABNR scientist part of team studying areas with significant snowfall
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College of Science researchers looking for solutions to world’s need for new medicines
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New University collaboration approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents
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New meat science program at University of Nevada, Reno works on food safety, meat quality and animal welfare
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Don Hardy in English and Sarah Cummings in Chemistry, the University's finest teachers for 2016, share many common traits
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Mercury in the atmosphere: body of research by University’s 2016 Outstanding Researcher has international impact
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Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 11
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Biology student earns top grade-point average, plans for a career in healthcare
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Symposium on UAS applications for search and rescue hosted by University of Nevada, Reno
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NevadaTeach offers STEM majors interested in secondary education a dual degree, without added cost or time, ensuring practiced teachers enter the classroom
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Six structures built as University partners with Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada
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Registration open now for symposium on drone and robotic applications for search and rescue
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University researchers studying 40,000-year-old woodrat DNA to see reaction to climate change
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College of Ag, Biotech and Natural Resources partners with Northern Nevada Catholic Charities
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College of Ag, Biotech and Natural Resources leads research project at University of Nevada, Reno
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November recognized as Native American Heritage month
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
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National Geographic’s Monster Fish traveling exhibition visits Reno
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Hydroponically grown food could help combat food deserts and other regions that are arid or affected by drought
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As popularity of teff grass grows in the United States, University researchers aim to improve the crops drought tolerance
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Desert Farming Initiative supports Washoe County School District’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
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Conference encouraging open discussion of Tahoe’s environment now in its final year
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College of Science 24/7 fire monitoring camera system unveiled at annual Tahoe Summit
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University of Nevada, Reno invasive fish removal project at Lake Tahoe continues
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University of Nevada, Reno teams with agencies in private-public partnership to preserve ecosystem
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Registrations for symposium is free and open until July 24
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Mapping and monitoring ecosystems across entire state will identify impacts on plant communities
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University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources presents annual award to Yerington grower
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University of Nevada, Reno “Growing Grapes in Nevada” workshops well received
![Steven DelaCruz and Vaidyanathan (Ravi) Subramanian](/main/images/news/2015/May/SetevenDelaCruz_1050.jpg)
Canyon Springs High School graduate caps academic career as top-achieving student
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Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 13
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Consortium of 12 museums on and near the University of Nevada, Reno hosts May 2 event
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Twelve museums connect for community event
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University of Nevada, Reno College of Science’s Discover Science lecture May 7
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Reno company provides cutting edge clinical toxicology and pharmacogenetics testing to health care providers across the nation
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University of Nevada, Reno earns four graduate school, 23 graduate program rankings
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A decade of discovery by College of Science researcher Zeb Hogan shows big fish disappearing
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College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources restores dairy research lab to improve feed, nutrition for growing dairy cattle industry
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University of Nevada, Reno professors and researchers participate in the annual Great Basin Consortium Conference
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Exhibit features work of College of Science's Zeb Hogan, star of Nat Geo WILD’s Monster Fish show
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Team continues research to accelerate protein degradation this spring
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College of Science's Matt Forister authored important paper in leading science journal
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Nutrition students learn to measure body composition in new Human Nutrition Assessment Lab
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The endowed chair provides distinguished scholars the opportunity to advance their research, teaching and public service
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Students and public invited to learn about water issues around the world
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Robert Ricklefs of the University of Missouri at St. Louis on campus for meetings, discussions and lecture
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Innovation hub includes active research in robotics, drones and more, plus collaboration with industry, K-12, state agencies
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Panel of local experts to discuss food insecurity Oct. 7
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Lt. Col (ret) Warren Rapp hired to build industry collaborations, economic development
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Public invited to register for free community event Sept. 20
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Colleges contributes to economic development through workforce development, research, and industry collaboration
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Grad student Miranda Smith and undergrad Darrin Mccarthy honored
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NevadaFit expanded to all colleges to drive student success
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University and DRI continue important research work in many areas
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Alex Keene awarded more than $1.4 million dollars to study the link between sleep and metabolism
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College of Science researcher studies planet’s largest freshwater fish
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University student's research results published in national academic journal
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University recognized best-and-brightest scholars during sixth annual signing ceremonies
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Offers academic buffet for tailoring degree program, contributes to student employability
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Names of outstanding teaching, research honorees engraved in University’s granite pillars
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Colleges recognize students with top grade-point average at banquet May 14
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Kurtresha Worden succeeds with her memory research in a poster competition
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Undergraduate places third at American Association for Cancer Research poster competition
![Tamzen Stringham](/main/images/news/2014/March/Desert%20photo_1050.jpg)
Rangeland, soil, forest, water and megadrought expertise helps Nevada, western U.S.
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Proceeds from art auction support biology scholarships
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Department of Biology chair and past Faculty Senate chair brings research, teaching and administrative experience to new leadership role
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Half of Nevada’s counties represented in 85 scenic photos available to public
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Former chair of Faculty Senate cited for impressive credentials
![Terawatt Facility](/main/images/news/2014/March/Nevada%20Terawatt%20Facility_1050x450.jpg)
University of Nevada, Reno earns four graduate school, 24 graduate program rankings
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InfoEd software to streamline grant submission process at the University of Nevada, Reno
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Tahoe researcher headlines seminar presented by Environmental Science and Health Graduate Program
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New facility will offer science education and a look at historic collections of preserved plants and animals from the Great Basin and beyond
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William Payne, internationally known expert in dryland agriculture and food productivity, comes to campus
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Collaborations, new department structure, increased enrollment key to success
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Undergraduates present research project in Toronto, Canada
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University of Nevada, Reno professor develops campaign to inform Washoe County parents about consumption of sugary drinks
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University hosts annual Great Basin Consortium conference Dec. 9 and 10
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10th Annual Student World Water Forum showcases student involvement in research
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Groundbreaking work in computational methods to locate signaling pathways in proteins featured
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Professor Tamzen Stringham recognized for work with ecological site team
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Research and development agreement creates new, high-tech learning opportunity for students
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Dietetic internship program and undergraduate dietetics program continue to meet national standards.
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University’s Mae Gustin presents research at prestigious international conference
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University supports local small business and economic growth
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Ecosystem could take decades to recover from Deepwater Horizon blowout and oil spill
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Public invited to event Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Main Station Field Lab
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CABNR's Sudeep Chandra leads team of scientists in USAID collaboration
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48 biology, neuroscience students complete College of Science pilot project
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Graduate students will share poster and oral presentations highlighting upcoming research projects
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Public invited to event set for Sept. 14 at the Main Station Field Lab
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University of Nevada, Reno’s Mario Alpuche, receives five year grant from National Science Foundation
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University of Nevada, Reno Biochemistry and Biology students host poker night fundraiser
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University of Nevada, Reno conducts invasives, forest health and environmental monitoring research
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Will Richardson and Kirk Hardie, University graduates, advance wonders of Lake Tahoe through education
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Director of graduate hydrologic sciences program excited about water, ecology offerings at University
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Longtime faculty member brings experience to new position; two-year appointment began July 1
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National Science Foundation grants Alex Keene $341,541 to study Mexican cavefish
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Research professor travels the globe finding, studying and preserving planet’s largest freshwater fish
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University of Nevada, Reno’s Anne Leonard investigates specialization by bumble bees
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100 years of samples studied by CABNR plant ecologist Beth Leger
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Bishop Manogue Catholic High School graduate caps academic career
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Jade Keehn researches the effects of renewable energy on reptile communities
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Chemistry Professor David Leitner's well-rounded career now includes being named a prestigious American Physical Society fellow
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College of Science, School of Medicine neuroscience team publishes research results in Cell Reports publication
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Students in rural Nevada regions and Discovery Museum to participate in Brain Awareness Week events
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Young scientists compete for national tournament placement at state event at University of Nevada, Reno March 2
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Funds, materials and motivation go a long way for SAIWI students in Panama
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Aquatic Ecosystems Analysis Lab collaborates with California Fish and Wildlife Department
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University scientists partner with Technology Transfer Office
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School of Journalism's Bob Felten honored not once, but twice, by Senior Scholars
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Grant for a new interdisciplinary center builds infrastructure and supports five rising stars at University
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Proceeds would benefit regional efforts, CABNR and future, student-oriented construction
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University’s Amy Altick wins award for Brain Awareness Week events
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University iGEM team presented project to develop protein that helps vitamins bind to rice, making it healthier
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CABNR iGEM team works to develop protein that binds essential vitamins to rice
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University of Nevada, Reno and WESTAR hold conference Oct. 10-12
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Renowned evolutionary biologist to make appearance Oct. 16 at 7 p.m.
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Public invited for displays, tours, presentations and hay rides at University of Nevada, Reno complex
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Tahoe Summit brings agencies, elected officials, researchers and public together for 16th annual event
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CABNR researcher supports harvest of invasive crayfish numbered at 220 million
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Joe Cline, professor of chemistry and College of Science assistant dean, has been named vice provost, undergraduate education
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Fourth consecutive year University course has received the award
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University of Nevada, Reno student Anna Koster awarded major awards for excellence in academics, research
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Children have fun making big bubbles with soap and dry ice, making clouds inside of soda bottles, and to handling live vertebrates and invertebrates
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Greatly reduced sperm viability caused by tetracycline passes from father to son in pseudoscorpions
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Themed days filled with educational displays, interactive exhibits, high school student presentations and films
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School of Medicine interactive presentation travels to schools, libraries in Washoe County, Truckee
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University to focus on continued work on ag curriculum, research and industry collaborations
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Young scientists compete for national tournament placement at state event on campus March 3
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Established leadership in place will guide positive course, clearer vision for college
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Enrollment now open for new spring semester online courses
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Art exhibit depicts present-day choices and potential future of the Sierra Nevada mountain range
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Student team develops innovative process for combination of organisms to produce inexpensive biofuel
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Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology to lead, “In Search of Shorelines and Volcanoes in the Grimes Point and Lahontan Mountains Area”
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Newest invasive found during invasive-fish removal project
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Input from industry, stakeholders key to building for future of CABNR
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National Geographic Fellow Zeb Hogan of Reno highlights research, sheds light on stories of dangerous man-eating fish
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Host of hit TV series “Monster Fish” is one of 15 recognized Fellows worldwide
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Herz Gold Medalist Lauren VanCitters amassed an impressive collection of academic medals and stoles for Spring Commencement.
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Seven of University of Nevada, Reno researcher’s shows to air back-to-back on New Year’s Eve
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Reno team travels to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to present research
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University of Nevada, Reno researchers part of international team to study climate change
Many variables can come together to impact the planet’s harmony.
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Zeb Hogan, research professor at University of Nevada, Reno, hosts National Geographic Channel shows
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Work to augment efforts to clean and protect lake and drinking water from harmful algae blooms
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Sudeep Chandra honored by California-Nevada chapter of American Fisheries Society
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“Megafish, Freshwater Giants” presentation by National Geographic Explorer Zeb Hogan
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NSHE Board announces Regent’s Researcher and Rising Researcher
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Unique North American study authored by University of Nevada, Reno biologist
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First to air Oct. 19 on National Geographic Channel featuring endangered sawfish
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University of Nevada, Reno’s Sudeep Chandra led milestone study
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Project studies and helps protect freshwater megafish around the world
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Efforts intend to boost grants, research, outreach and workforce
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University of Nevada, Reno biologist wants to set record straight
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Initial crop harvested at the University of Nevada, Reno
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Brian Frost bonds through research and relationships.
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