Jan. 26, 2026 ARPA-H award will fund creation of portable lymphatic imaging scanner A University of Arizona team will research and develop a super-resolution lymphatic imaging system.
Jan. 22, 2026 Rewilding corn reveals what its roots forgot Researchers are tapping corn's wild ancestor to uncover what modern cultivation may have lost – traits that help naturally balance nitrogen in agricultural soils.
Jan. 22, 2026 'Trojan horse' may deliver toxic dose of copper to bacterial colonies, including drug-resistant MRSA infections A team led by Michael D. L. Johnson is developing a compound that can smuggle an antimicrobial drug through bacteria's defensive shields.
Jan. 20, 2026 College of Science Lecture Series explores the impact of science on humanity's future The 20th anniversary of the popular public lecture series will explore a variety of developments and disciplines with key roles to play in defining the next era of scientific discovery.
Jan. 16, 2026 U of A announces the Kyl Institute for National Security The forward-deployed research hub draws on institutional strengths to safeguard the country and honors University of Arizona alumnus and former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl.
Jan. 14, 2026 U of A partners with defense contractor team selected to compete for Golden Dome contracts The University of Arizona will team with Precise Systems, Inc., and others as Southern Arizona's strong national defense ecosystem applies its expertise to the space-based missile defense system project.
Jan. 12, 2026 U of A research expenditures exceed $1B, ranked among top 20 public universities The University of Arizona delivered more than $1 billion in total research activity in fiscal year 2024, ranking among the top 20 public research institutions.
Jan. 9, 2026 Pandora, a keen-eyed satellite built to study exoplanets, takes flight After clearing its last hurdle on its way to space, the University of Arizona-led Pandora satellite mission launched into orbit, where it will study at least 20 exoplanets and their host stars over long periods of time.
Jan. 7, 2026 Legacy and leadership: One Wildcat's journey from mini grants to medical school From founding student clubs to supporting her peers – and researching improved treatment options in health care – Natalie Rawlings has made a lasting impact during her undergraduate years at the U of A.
Dec. 22, 2025 New species are now being discovered faster than ever before, study suggests According to a team of researchers from the University of Arizona, new species are being discovered at a faster rate than ever before, one that far exceeds extinction. These newly discovered species could be key in advancements within medicine and technology.
