NEWS
Science news by students in UNR’s Reynolds School of Journalism. If you are interested in writing for the Hitchcock Project or if you have a news story you would like us to cover, please contact Hitchcock Project Director Jennifer Kent, jennifer.kent@unr.edu.
Reynolds School alumna Hannah Truby is writing, photographing, and advocating for the environment through her work with the Mountain Gazette.
A swarm of over 300 earthquakes shook the town of Goldfield, Nevada, in September. Does this mean a big one is on the way? By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Lake Tahoe is the biggest alpine lake in North America. It's also the oldest, new research shows. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
In 2008, Dr. Suyeon Yi made history as the first Korean to travel to space. Learn more about Dr. Yi and her experiences in this Q&A with Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
A conversation on the essential role of humor in communicating science to the public. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
On October 1, President Biden signed legislation to extend the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2016 through September of 2034. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
In September, the Davis Fire burned over 5,800 acres and placed 14,000 people under evacuation notices. One RSJ graduate student lives in southern Washoe Valley and watched the event unfold. Photo essay by Ali Dickson.
A look behind the scenes at the Davis fire's incident command center. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Alexandria Firenzi tells us about her "Beyond the Shell" project on California's red abalone and provides insight into the power of cross-cultural collaboration and two-eyed seeing in science communication and environmental research. By Vanesa De La Cruz Pavas.
Butterfly populations are declining in the Sierra Nevadas. Scientists at the Great Basin Bug Lab are tracking caterpillar populations to see if climate change is having an impact. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
A small freshwater fish may be listed under the Endangered Species Act, according to a proposal submitted on Aug. 7. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
A conversation with James Tralie on daily life at NASA's Goddard Space Center, the unique challenges of communicating out-of-this-world science, and Tralie's space travel dreams. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
The League to Save Lake Tahoe released data from 11 years of 4th of July beach cleanups last week. The data reveals significant improvements in the amount of trash found this year. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
What happens when you leave your entire body to science? A Q&A with Lindsey Pisani. By Douglas Collins.
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency has several projects in place to manage invasive species in Lake Tahoe. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
Wildfire season is here, and stopping the spread is not just up to firefighters but also the community. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
TikTok is more than dance challenges and comedic sketches; it is a powerful tool in the science communicator's social media toolbox. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
As summer heats up, Nevadans are heading to the state’s lakes and reservoirs for fun and cool relief. But officials warn that harmful algae could pose serious risks. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
A UNR team is exploring the possibilities for a more environmentally friendly method for lithium extraction. By Sydney Peerman.
Is reducing plastic pollution as simple as changing your choice of coffee cup? A video by Jayanti Sarkar.
Basque historians join forces with media professionals and scientists in a push to document arborglyphs in the American West. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Nevada is the third most seismically active state in the country. How do we stay on top of earthquake preparedness? By Jayanti Sarkar.
Sierra Nevada meadows are lush ecosystems that serve as vital water reservoirs. Keeping them healthy may also help mitigate climate change. By Elizabeth Walsh.
An interview with Ted Hartwell on the biochemistry of gambling disorders and the psychology behind why some machines within casinos are so addicting. By Clayton Posey.
