Writing

Articles about science and scientists

Vanda  Grubisic, an atmospheric scientist at the Desert Research Institute. Image courtesy of Grubisic.
Riding the Sierra Wave
Reno scientist flies into extreme turbulence to increase air safety.

The Blonde Effect
Researcher contributes to national news with research on charitable giving

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Megafish Missions
Nevada researchers travel the globe to save the world’s largest fish

Katia Silvera and John Cushman at the University of Nevada, Reno
The Secret Science of Orchids
Using biotechnology to understand the flower’s evolutionary roots

Image courtesy of the Nevada Division of Forestry.
Burning Nevada
Expert gives advice after a devastating fire season

Michael Webster. Photograph by Bob Conrad.
The Psychology of Perception