April 17, 2026 Andes volcanoes – the missing link between algae blooms, whales and climate millions of years ago Record volcanic eruptions in the Andes could explain the mysterious death of dozens of whales about 5 to 8 million years ago, according to a study led by University of Arizona researchers.
April 13, 2026 U of A research finds improved weather forecasts could reduce heat deaths as climate warms Experts found that technological advancements could reduce U.S. mortality from heat by 18% to 25% in the year 2100.
Feb. 18, 2026 Southern Arizona Heat Summit highlights youth voices while helping Tucson prepare for extreme heat The Southern Arizona Heat Planning Summit helps officials prepare for and protect vulnerable citizens during increasing extreme heat events and has led to an international reputation for excellence in heat planning and preparedness.
Dec. 18, 2025 Life on lava: How microbes colonize new habitats Taking advantage of a "natural laboratory" in Iceland, a research team from the University of Arizona studied how microbes colonize fresh lava flows as soon as they cooled.
Dec. 16, 2025 Climate change's hidden price tag: a drop in our income By linking decades of weather and income data, University of Arizona economist Derek Lemoine shows how routine temperature shifts have already become an economic force.
Dec. 8, 2025 New research links health impacts related to 'forever chemicals' to billions in economic losses A University of Arizona study finds that PFAS contamination imposes annual social costs of at least $8 billion.
Nov. 24, 2025 Ecological winners: Why some species dominate the planet Analyzing plant dispersion data from across the globe, researchers at the University of Arizona found that the most abundant species have adapted to tolerate a wide range of climates. Their findings could inform future conservation efforts.
Nov. 4, 2025 U of A Superfund Research Center secures $14.8M NIEHS grant to combat hazardous dust effects in Southwest The center was established in 1989 and has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health since 1997.
Oct. 22, 2025 Extinction rates have slowed across many plant and animal groups, study shows The first analysis of recent extinctions across plants and animals finds that, contrary to previous studies, the rate at which many groups of organisms have gone extinct has declined over the last 100 years.
Sept. 10, 2025 Arizona startup tackles food waste with solar drying technology A University of Arizona startup is bringing a solar-powered drying tower to market to help combat one of the world's most pressing challenges: food waste.
