What Does a Concussion Do to My Brain?
Dr. Nicholas Murray, Director of the Neuromechanics Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno, explains the science behind concussions, as well as how important it is to get evaluated and treated for this injury as early as possible. By Ray Grosser.
UNR scientists monitor butterflies and caterpillars to study long-term population declines
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.
Data reveals less trash on Tahoe beaches after July Fourth following new beach management
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.
Bodies of Knowledge: Lindsey Pisani on UNR’s Anatomical Donation Program
What happens when you leave your entire body to science? A Q&A with Lindsey Pisani. By Douglas Collins.
Nevada’s Lithium Revolution: Balancing Sustainability with Energy Demands for a Crucial Element
A UNR team is exploring the possibilities for a more environmentally friendly method for lithium extraction. By Sydney Peerman.
Tracking Nevada’s Seismic Dynamics
Nevada is the third most seismically active state in the country. How do we stay on top of earthquake preparedness? By Jayanti Sarkar.
Rain or Snow? The Crucial Role of Citizen Scientists in Monitoring Precipitation
With help from citizens with smartphones, Reno scientists are learning the secrets of winter storms. By Sydney Peerman.
Meet the Scientist: Scott Allen on Exploring Ecohydrology and Ecosystem Processes at UNR
Scott Allen, Ph.D., shares a bit about his research regarding the interactions of water, carbon, and radiation with different ecosystems. By Sydney Peerman.
How the Eyeless Mexican Cavefish came to be: A Q&A with Misty Riddle
Misty Riddle, Ph.D., assistant professor at UNR and founder of The Riddle Labratory, explains the evolution of the Mexican tetra fish. By Elizabeth Walsh.
Beyond the Bite: UNR Scientists Investigate Mosquito Biology and West Nile Virus Spread
What can the immune system of the Culex mosquito teach us about how to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses? By Elizabeth Walsh.
