News: Division of Research

exterior of Martian surface
Research |

51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó geochemist Libby Hausrath – a member of NASA's Mars Sample Return Team – and colleagues share stunning new research in the latest issue of the journal Science.

slice of brain sitting on desk in lab
Campus News |

The first Neuroscience Research Showcase brings together experts across disciplines to share their work and spark new collaborations.

Winn Chatham, MD
Research |

Dr. Winn Chatham and his team are forging ahead with their research, bolstered by the promise of more rheumatologists practicing in Southern Nevada thanks to the new fellowship program.

A red 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó banner hangs from a pole, with the Stratosphere and snowy mountains in the background
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó was recognized with its third consecutive R1 designation for research excellence from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

A 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó student studies with the Strip in the distance.
Campus News |

Headlines and highlights featuring the students and faculty of 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó.

A portrait of Gwen Marchand.
Research |

The associate vice president for research shares how she’s redefining the research infrastructure at 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó, one grant and project at a time. 

David Hatchett in a science lab
People |

From growing the university’s research infrastructure to prioritizing personal passions, David Hatchett makes time to do it all.

photo of woman in red cap and gown on city street. "Rebels Thrive: 2024 Annual Report" is printed on graphic
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó is inspiring our students, fostering innovation, and transforming communities. Here in Nevada and around the world, Rebels Thrive.

A portrait of Beverly Jacobik.
People |

The evidence is clear: 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó's research protections director found her perfect role.

A pipette distributing samples into small test tubes in a research lab.
Campus News |

New structure aimed at improving compliance oversight and customer service. 

graphic with eight spokes to represent research areas
Campus News |

Through 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó's interdisciplinary research areas, faculty are cooking up solutions to large-scale problems impacting 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÃâ·ÑApp, the Southwest, and beyond.

woman at computer with screen beside her showing graphs
Research |

The platform transforms 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄܿƴó’s research infrastructure, enhances the university’s data-driven culture, and supports strategic decision-making to expand faculty opportunities.