Aug. 12, 2024 $1.5M grant will build global network to prevent exploitation of Indigenous data Researchers are establishing a framework that protects the way Indigenous data is collected and used around the world, thanks to a $1.5 million NSF grant.
Aug. 6, 2024 Pursuit of a Valley fever vaccine passes significant milestone A U of A startup was awarded funding to adapt a canine Valley fever vaccine for humans. Some of the money will be earmarked for the university, a leader in Valley fever research.
Aug. 5, 2024 New study highlights scale and impact of long COVID Researchers analyzed dozens of previous studies on long COVID to examine the number of people affected, underlying mechanisms of disease, symptoms and treatments.
July 30, 2024 Study finds large gaps in mental health care for people with chronic pain Adults with chronic pain are more likely to experience anxiety and depression than others, yet they access mental health care at lower rates, a new study finds.
July 17, 2024 Research shows protein isoform inhibitors may hold the key to making opioids safer Opioids are the gold standard of chronic pain treatment, but they come with a host of negative side effects. A new study suggests a potential way to make opioids safer.
July 11, 2024 Ultrasound technology can be used to boost mindfulness, study finds Researchers used low-intensity ultrasound technology to alter a brain region associated with activities such as daydreaming, recalling memories and envisioning the future.
June 26, 2024 Phoenix City Council approves $20M for CAMI The funding will support the UArizona Health Sciences Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies, a biomedical research hub in downtown Phoenix.
May 29, 2024 The mind after midnight: Study shows disrupted sleep increases risk for suicide and homicide Researchers say nocturnal wakefulness deteriorates the brain's decision-making functions and reduces rational thinking during a time when negative mood is at its peak.
May 15, 2024 $1M gift to UArizona School Garden Workshop launches 'Sprouts House' project The Sprouts House project includes the renovation of two UArizona-owned historical houses. One will be turned into a community classroom and the other a commercial kitchen.
May 13, 2024 Research shows altered regulation of genes linked to prostate cancer in firefighters Firefighters are diagnosed with prostate cancer at a rate 1.21 times higher than the general population, possibly because of chemical exposures, a new study finds.
