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In this microscope image of a Bennu sample, needles of hydrated sodium carbonate — one of the salts left behind by evaporating brine — are highlighted in purple false color

Asteroid Bennu comes from a long-lost salty world with ingredients for life

Jan. 29

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U of A faculty and staff nationally recognized with presidential honors

Feb 03, 2025

Do women talk more than men? It might depend on their age

Feb 03, 2025

Bryce Wilson wins prestigious Churchill Scholarship

Feb 03, 2025

Astronomers unlock the atmospheric secrets of a 'new class of planet'

Jan 24, 2025

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A solar flare erupts from the sun's surface in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory

When trees 'talk:' Researchers probe ancient wood for clues about massive solar storms

Nov 20, 2024

Two smiling men stand beside a large telescope on a rooftop observatory with a mountain range in the background. The image highlights the telescope's size and design, with the open sky and cityscape visible behind them, suggesting a setting for astronomical research.

New 'spectral fingerprint' atlas of satellites aims to improve space security

Nov 12, 2024

Military Times ranks U of A among nation's top 5 universities for service members

Nov 07, 2024

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AFAR

Tuesday

This southwestern city just launched an astro trail that showcases the beauty of the desert night sky

Interesting Engineering

Monday

Science proves women outtalk men by 3,000 words daily – but tech is silencing all

NPR

Feb. 2, 2025

Astronomers are tracking an asteroid that could hit Earth in 2032

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Study Abroad Fair

Wed 10:00am to 2:00pm

This event hosted by the Study Abroad office invites students to connect with faculty, international partners, and previous participants to learn more about taking classes abroad.

Workshop: 'Unleash Your Creativity With Adobe Firefly'

Wed 11:00am to 12:00pm

Discover Adobe Firefly, a powerful AI tool for text-to-image generation. Join this interactive workshop to explore creative possibilities and learn how to bring ideas to life.