Harry Reid Silver State Research Award
The Harry Reid Silver State Research Award honors UNLV faculty for research that significantly advances Nevada’s economic, social, or academic landscape.
Funder: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend (one-time award)
Summary: Honors UNLV tenured faculty for outstanding research that advances Nevada’s economic, social, or academic landscape.
Key Information: Award is open only to full-time tenured UNLV faculty; nomination and comprehensive application required.
Description
This annual award recognizes and celebrates full-time tenured faculty at the University of Nevada Las Vegas whose research is both highly regarded and directly responsive to the needs of Nevada and its communities. The award honors research that drives economic development, addresses social challenges, or advances significant scholarship in an academic field. Recipients are acknowledged at the Academic Achievement Awards Ceremony and receive a $10,000 stipend.
