Research

A group of researchers, including U of A astronomers, observed the atmosphere of a hot and uniquely inflated exoplanet using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.

A new study provides a shortlist of the wildlife species present at the market from which SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, most likely arose.

Researchers have developed a new biological sensing method that can detect substances at miniscule amounts, which is immediately useful for drug testing and other research.

Researchers from the U of A and Purdue University are developing VR-Bio-Talk, a tool that will let researchers work in virtual reality settings that mirror real agricultural environments.

A U of A-led study suggests that the act of mating can cause bodily changes at a molecular level, offering new insights into the role of intimacy beyond reproduction.

One of the most critical safety concerns for electric vehicles is keeping their batteries cool, as temperature spikes can lead to dangerous consequences. Research from the College of Engineering proposes a new way to predict and prevent temperature spikes in lithium-ion batteries.

Researchers believe their ultrafast microscope will lead to groundbreaking advancements in physics, chemistry, bioengineering, materials sciences and more.

Researchers discovered a link between body temperature and plant-based diets that could reshape scientists' understanding of how animal diets evolve.

Increased rates of stillborn births were seen among people who lived near areas where pesticides were used during their first trimester of pregnancy or pre-conception.

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.