Sept. 18, 2024 U of A center awarded $7.4M for its work on climate adaptation solutions The Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center received a grant from the U.S. Geological Survey to help fund practical solutions to high-priority climate adaptation needs.
Sept. 13, 2024 U of A partners on project combining AI, virtual reality and agriculture 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.
Sept. 11, 2024 The molecular magic of mating 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.
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.
July 23, 2024 U of A students headed to DC to share successes of the Defense Civilian Training Corps The Defense Civilian Training Corps program prepares students for civilian careers in the Department of Defense. Students will share their stories at the DCTC Scholar Showcase.
July 18, 2024 How your morning oats could help you manage your weight New U of A research suggests that consuming foods rich in beta-glucan, a type of fiber found in oats, barley, mushrooms and yeasts, can reduce body weight and obesity.
May 29, 2024 What's the buzz? 10 things you (probably) didn't know about cicadas Cicadas have made national headlines this year, appearing in massive numbers in some parts of the U.S. Gene Hall, manager of the UArizona Insect Collection, talks about cicadas and what makes them so unique.
May 7, 2024 Student entrepreneurs to sell goods and services through new online marketplace UArizona students are invited to showcase their creativity and grow their businesses on Student-Made Arizona, launching in the fall with support from Arizona FORGE.
May 3, 2024 Seven graduating students to receive awards at Commencement The university's top awards for graduating seniors recognize recipients' outstanding moral character, commitment to academics and service to their communities.
March 20, 2024 World Water Day brings work of UArizona researcher into focus Ahead of World Water Day on Friday, environmental science professor Raina Maier discusses the use of microbial surfactants or soaps for water remediation.