News: School of Life Sciences

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Arts and Culture |

Researchers from the College of Sciences showcase the artistic side of science by featuring their most captivating research images.

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People |

Inspired by a '00s movie and a grandfather she never met, Alexis Hilts found her path to medical school.

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People |

This professor was inspired by a mentor while in college and now tries to do the same for UNLV students.

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Campus News |

More than 3,000 newly minted UNLV Grads cross the Thomas & Mack Center stage during Spring 2019 Commencement.

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People |

UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

Sophia Quinton working at her computer.
Research |

This Research & Creative Honors Program participant found her research mission early in life and has been pursuing it ever since.

Kayce Singer working in a science lab.
Research |

Hands-on experience to complement classroom learning helped this Research & Creative Honors Program participant understand — and love — biology even more.

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People |

Dr. Constantine George says taking a page from the state’s leading industry would benefit the medical industry.

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Research |

UNLV’s Research & Creative Honors Program provides undergraduates with unique opportunities that prepare them for graduate studies.

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Research |

Four students on the chances they’ve taken, the confidence they’ve gained, and the dreams they continue to chase.

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Campus News |

UNLV dental students build up models rather than dissect cadavers to learn the physical landmarks of the jaw.

A portrait of doctoral student Michael Issacs
People |

Ph.D. student Michael Isaacs goes back to the basics to helping people with disabilities walk.