Reynolds School of Journalism | University of Nevada, Reno

What’s Killing The Mekong Giant Catfish?

Eight pieces of fish-shaped candy sit in a stylized river made of yarn and glass pebbles.

Meet the Mekong Giant Catfish, which can weigh up to 770 pounds, has no teeth, and looks absolutely ridiculous. But they’re disappearing quickly — having been listed by the IUCN as a critically endangered species in 2011.

Women In STEM Series Presents: Dr. Jenny Ouyang

Jenny Ouyang smiles in a red dress and a white hat.

Dr. Jenny Ouyang is an ecologist at UNR, studying how animals adapt to changing environmental conditions. We spoke with her about her career and the challenges she has faced as a woman of color in STEM.