UNR students visit an open-air hospital in Cambodia as part of a global health exchange program
During March, Orvis School of Nursing students traveled to Kampot, Cambodia, as part of a global health exchange program. By Kathleen Leslie/KUNR.
Visual Storytelling and the Communication of Science: Q&A with Luka Starmer
A conversation with digital creator Luka Starmer of the University of Nevada, Reno. By Abdulmalik Adetola Lawal.
Scientists look to the past in order to understand the future of butterfly migration
The painted lady butterfly is famous for its irregular “irruptions”—sudden, unusually large migrations. A scientist from San Diego State University is investigating what drives this phenomenon. By Katherine Johnson.
Elongated allergy seasons raise health concerns
A new report from Climate Central shows Reno’s frost-free growing season has lengthened, leading to a longer allergy season. By Malory Shaw/KUNR.
Research Review: How readers judge expertise and credibility online
A new study investigates why some voices online feel more trustworthy than others. By Abdulmalik Adetola Lawal.
Research highlights conservation challenges for Nevada Gila monsters
Gila monsters face escalating conservation challenges in Nevada amid limited habitat protection and pressures from climate change. By Alanna Garcia.
Nevada educators learn how ancient trees record climate history at NV STEAM conference
Scientists and an artist used Nevada’s ancient bristlecone pines to illustrate climate history and environmental change during a plenary session at the annual NV STEAM Conference hosted Saturday, March 7, at the Nevada Museum of Art. By Alex Mounde.
UNR symposium examines health issues and economic challenges facing women
A symposium on March 5 brought together health professionals, nonprofit leaders and financial experts to examine how poverty, health outcomes and gender intersect in the lives of women. By Alex Mounde.
Is climate change and environmental contamination compromising the zebrafish population?
A tiny, thumb-sized zebrafish may offer important clues about how brains control social behavior and how environmental changes could affect animal reproduction. By Alex Mounde.
Recent snow survey reveals subpar snowpack
A new report from Climate Central shows Reno’s winters are warming. By Malory Shaw/KUNR.