University of Arizona in the News

Rather than see productivity plummet with undergraduates out of the lab, Michael Johnson, a microbiologist at the University of Arizona, and other researchers have pivoted to focus on renewing their existing grants, analyzing neglected data, and writing up results for publication.

Experts say valley fever and COVID-19 can have a wide range of symptoms, including fatigue, a cough, fever, shortness of breath, muscle aches and a headache. Dr. John Galgiani, an international valley fever expert and executive director of the University of Arizona's Valley Fever Center for Excellence, is interviewed.

A University of Arizona optical scientist has designed implantable cataract replacement lenses for the eye that allow for mid-range vision and may eliminate the need for glasses or contacts for some people.

"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."

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.