University of Arizona in the News

Fox News Aug. 7, 2020
Mysterious seeds from China being investigated by feds, universities to learn source of mailings

"People around town here have been receiving seeds because they've been calling the university and asking what to do with them," said Elise Gornish, a cooperative extension specialist with the University of Arizona. "Absolutely, do not plant them and don't ingest them. Those are the two things we tell people."
Arizona Public Media Aug. 7, 2020
Balancing personal freedoms with pandemic safety mandates

Three experts in the areas of constitutional law, environmental law and public health write in a new essay that one of America's founding documents provides the framework for finding common ground to fight COVID-19.
Poynter Aug. 6, 2020
The system is failing Mexican journalists. Here's how they're fighting back.

Experts say violence and instability continue to plague Mexico's news industry. The University of Arizona's Center for Border and Global Journalism conducts extensive research on Mexico's media industry, but also goes a step further – promoting collaboration between young reporters on either side of the border.
The Washington Post Aug. 6, 2020
She was the glamorous face of suffrage. Then she became its martyr.

Linda Lumsden, an associate professor and director of graduate studies at the University of Arizona School of Journalism, is the author of "Inez: The Life and Times of Inez Mulholland." "She projected power, bravery and intelligence," Lumsden said. "She cast women from victims to actors and gave the movement a modern face."
KGUN Aug. 6, 2020
UArizona expanding antibody testing to support research efforts

In conjunction with expanded testing eligibility, the university also is launching a $7.7 million yearlong study funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to identify patterns of COVID-19 immunity over time in previously and newly infected individuals.
ABC News Aug. 5, 2020
On heels of Arizona Senate primary, Republican Martha McSally challenges Democrat Mark Kelly to 7 debates

"It's gonna be a very competitive race – lots of spending, not only by the candidates, but by outside groups. We've already seen some of that. And I think all of the races are going to be tied into the presidential race this year," said Barbara Norrander, a professor at the University of Arizona who specializes in elections, public opinion and political parties.
Forbes Aug. 5, 2020
National Science Foundation invests $104 million to launch four new engineering research centers

The University of Arizona will receive an initial, five-year, $26 million grant from the National Science Foundation, with an additional five-year $24.6 million option, to establish and lead a new National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center – called the Center for Quantum Networks
KOLD Aug. 5, 2020
UArizona developing efficient system to purify waste water

A team of engineers and scientists is developing a solar-powered desalination system to recover water from concentrated waste streams with maximum efficiency.
The Arizona Republic Aug. 5, 2020
Biosphere 2 offers new nighttime driving tours this summer. Here's what to expect

Beginning Friday, Biosphere 2 will offer evening self-guided driving tours around the premises. Visitors will be able to explore Biosphere 2 from their vehicles, guided by a mobile app specifically made for that purpose.
CNN Aug. 5, 2020
'This is a war': Reopening colleges

CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta interviews Dr. Richard Carmona, the 17th U.S. Surgeon General and head of the University of Arizona's Reentry Task Force, about the process of reopening a college campus amid the COVID-19 pandemic.