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Understanding pregnancy and postpartum mental health: Why support matters

Orvis School of Nursing lecturer, Andrea Thompson, discusses ways to support individuals and families

Should I be concerned about the Ebola outbreak?

Orvis School of Nursing professor Deborah Shindell discusses the risks of contracting the Ebola virus

As demand for food assistance grows, how can food banks support healthier diets?

A ÍƼöÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ study points to the system’s unique position to support long term health

Ask the Professor: How does elevation influence climate change impacts in mountains?

Natural Resources & Environmental Science Professor Adrian Harpold dives into mountain ecohydrology of the Sierra Nevada Mountains

Ask the Expert: What happens when you throw away a lithium battery – and what you should do instead

Industry expert Tricia Dutcher, consumer and policy program manager at Redwood Materials, breaks down the basics of lithium-ion batteries and why recycling them matters

Can you have quality sleep as you age?

How habits and biology affect sleep — and what actually helps improve it

Ask the Professor: What ethical responsibilities do public relations students and professionals have to society?

Journalism professor Alison Gaulden shares her tips for students navigating ethical questions in today’s complex media environment

Ask the Professor: What allergy season remedies actually work?

What to take, how to treat common allergy symptoms and special considerations for older adults

Ask the Professor: Why technical skills aren’t enough in the workplace

College of Business Strategic Programs Specialist Holly Mahe details the importance of soft skills in today's work environment and what students can do to improve them

Ask the professor: what makes Tahoe snow so unique?

State Climatologist and Professor Baker Perry answers questions about the science of snow in the Sierras, and how different weather patterns affect local snowpacks

Over-the-counter doesn’t mean risk-free: understanding overdose risks and key ingredients

Dean of the Orvis School of Nursing Charlie Yingling discusses acetaminophen, ibuprofen and combination cold medicines

Ask the Professor: What is green hydrogen?

Hydrogen is more than just an element on the periodic table

Why making healthy changes is harder than it looks

Angela Heinemann, Ph.D., shares why behavior change is hard and how small steps can lead to lasting health

What simple behaviors can you adopt to support heart health?

Lorrel Toft, M.D., shares habits that can promote heart health and wellness during American Heart Month

How do new employees learn workplace norms and organizational culture?

Assistant Professor Madeline Pringle discusses how people become part of new workplace environments and suggests ways to maintain individuality

Beyond the blast: How can engineers keep explosives safe?

Engineering Associate Dean and Chemical Engineering Professor Brandon Weeks explains explosives, why they’re popular in Nevada and how engineers keep them safe

Ask the Professor: What are dark skies?

Planetarium director Paul McFarlane explains dark sky designations and where to enjoy stargazing in Nevada

How is the use of computers relevant to the study of human language?

Professor Michael Wilson explains how computational linguistics powers the training of chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Copilot

Why are meadows important to the climate?

Associate Professor Ben Sullivan explores the connections between local meadows and the health of the environment

What are the main stressors that can increase domestic violence rates during the holidays?

Experts Pamela Payne and Hannah Ortega discuss how financial strain, alcohol use and limited support systems contribute to increased domestic violence risk

How does AI-generated art contribute to or challenge traditional notions of creativity?

Associate Professor of Art and Head of Digital Media at the ÍƼöÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´, explores the relationship between artificial intelligence and creativity

Is anxiety always something to be avoided, or is there a valuable philosophical role in human development and experience?

Philosophy Chair David Rondel examines the nature of anxiety from a philosophical perspective

What should you say when someone has died?

Professors Jenna Dewar and Emilio Parga discuss how to respond effectively and supportively when someone shares that a death has occurred in their life

Ask the Professor: Why do we use a sideways 8 to represent infinity?

Math professor explores symbology of math

Why Nevada’s urban plans must prioritize pedestrian access to nutritious food

ÍƼöÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ 25% of Nevadans rely on public transit or walking, making long trips to grocery stores especially deadly in summer heat

Unlocking the science behind Alzheimer’s: Ongoing research is targeting the disease at its roots

Scientists are unraveling the molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s to develop earlier diagnoses and breakthrough therapies

Why is it so difficult for survivors to leave abusive relationships?

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Associate Professor Pamela B. Payne explains the complex realities survivors face when trying to leave

Ask the Professor: Meeting the challenges of aging in Nevada

Katie Ehlman, Ph.D., joins the School of Public Health as the Judith A. Sugar Endowed Professor in Gerontology