College of Science

Researchers at the University of Arizona have discovered that planet-forming disks of gas and dust around tiny stars live much longer than previously thought. The findings provide new insights into planet formation and the habitability of planets outside our solar system.

The series, which begins March 6, will break down the complexities of communication across species, minds and the vast reaches of space.

The honorees were nominated by their colleges and approved by the Alumni Advisory Council, a volunteer board of 19 members who advise on alumni engagement and outreach efforts.

Between 2000 and 2023, glaciers collectively lost 7,211 billion tons of ice, contributing almost three quarters of an inch to global sea-level rise, a new study finds.

Steve Kortenkamp and Sunggye Hong created 3D-printed spacecraft models and other tools to help teach astronomy to visually impaired middle and high school students.

Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed Hamden, a renowned expert on ultraviolet telescopes, to the commission to help shape Arizona's role in aerospace and space sciences.

"Universe of Science" is an interactive exhibit that explores everything from microscopic worlds to monsoon storms to the farthest reaches of deep space.

Five U of A faculty and staff were recognized with Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Mentoring and Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers.

Each year, only 18 student across the U.S. are awarded Churchill Scholarships, which support undergraduate students who wish to pursue a year of master's degree study at Cambridge University.

Two research publications by the OSIRIS-REx sample analysis team suggest that conditions for the emergence of life were widespread across the early solar system.