Live a life of discovery.
At the College of Science, our accomplished faculty, inventive students, leading researchers and scientific pioneers take on complex challenges and unearth groundbreaking solutions for problems we all care about.
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Why choose the College of Science?
The College of Science offers educational opportunities in pure and applied physical sciences, earth sciences, life sciences, and mathematics. Professors in the College frequently earn statewide teaching excellence awards and are pioneers in their respective fields, with access to high-powered scientific facilities and resources to perform research on all seven continents. The College also encompasses three public museums that offer research and community engagement opportunities: the iconic Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, the Museum of Natural History and the W. M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum.
What's new in science?
What if hybrids aren't rare, but fundamental?
Scientists can reliably predict where plant hybrids will thrive and can use this information in restoration efforts
NevadaTeach students present at statewide science teachers conference
Students presented about pre-service teaching experiences and science curriculum
Global treaty for migratory wildlife could do more for freshwater fish, new paper argues
Researchers highlight gaps in protections under the Convention on Migratory Species and point to opportunity for action at CMS COP15
Building a future of discovery, together
We are a college of accomplished faculty and inventive students, leading researchers and scientific pioneers. Every day, these great minds take on complex challenges and unearth groundbreaking solutions for problems we all care about. Imagine where we could go if we work together to support them.
The Mackay School
Explore degree programs and other opportunities within the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, an academic division within the College of Science.
Learn about the Mackay School