Sin City Scholars
Occasional Papers from the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum
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Part of our mission is to inspire a better understanding and appreciation of the natural world, the sciences, and ourselves through research.
Welcome to this free, educational resource from the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum. Under the direction of Richard A. Ditton Learning Lab Manager, Dr. Stephen M. Rowland, these occasional papers represent current research happening at the Museum while also offering the next generation of scientists unique opportunities to collaborate with researchers and publish their work.
About Sin City Scholars
Our Mission
Sin City Scholars serves as a platform for publishing original research conducted at the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum. We aim to share scientific discoveries about Southern Nevada's natural history with the broader scientific community and the public.
• Peer-reviewed scientific papers
• Student research publications
• Collaborative research projects
• Regional natural history studies
Editorial Leadership
Dr. Stephen M. Rowland
Editor & Richard A. Ditton Learning Lab Manager
Professor of Geology with expertise in paleontology, paleoecology, and stratigraphy. Dr. Rowland oversees the research program and guides student researchers in their scientific investigations.
Dr. Stephen Rowland
Paleontologist, Richard A. Ditton Learning Lab Manager
Dr. Stephen Rowland is a professor in the Department of Geology. He received his Ph.D. at the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 1978. Professor Rowland's primary studies are in the areas of paleontology, paleoecology, stratigraphy, and the history of geology. My students and I study the history of life on Earth as recorded in the fossil record, especially the paleontology of Southern Nevada and adjacent regions. Our research ranges from the earliest (late pre-Cambrian) animal fossils, to Jurassic dinosaur tracks (and those of co-existing animals) in Red Rock Canyon and Valley of Fire State Park, to Ice-Age fossils of the Tule Springs area. My history of geology research focuses primarily on the 18th century, especially in Russia.
Published Papers
Published Papers
An Illustrated Dichotomous Key to Pleistocene and Holocene Fossil Molluscs of Southern Nevada and Adjacent Regions, with data on habitats and autecology
Stephen M. Rowland, Ozymondias Gardner, Roman Marafioti
A comprehensive guide to identifying fossil mollusks from Southern Nevada, including detailed illustrations and ecological data.
For Researchers
Interested in conducting research at the museum or collaborating on a project?
• Access to collections
• Research facilities
• Expert consultation
• Publication opportunities
For Students
Get hands-on research experience and publish your findings with expert guidance.
• Undergraduate research
• Graduate projects
• Mentorship programs
• Publishing support
Submission Guidelines
​We welcome submissions of original research focused on Southern Nevada natural history.
• Original research only
• Peer review process
• Regional focus preferred • Open access publication
Contribute to Scientific Knowledge
Whether you're a professional researcher, student, or citizen scientist, we welcome your contributions to understanding Southern Nevada's natural heritage.
Email: paleo@lvnhm.org