The Conversation June 9, 2020 Scientific fieldwork 'caught in the middle' of US-Mexico border tensions Taylor Edwards conducted an anonymous survey among researchers who work in the border region to learn how border politics affect their ability to perform their jobs.
The San Diego Union-Tribune June 8, 2020 How your poop is being used in the fight against COVID-19 Researchers at the Water and Energy Sustainable Technology Center are testing wastewater across the country to trace coronavirus prevalence in communities.
CNN June 8, 2020 Gene study suggests coronavirus came to California multiple times "(This new study) shows that there were several different sparks landing in Northern California, many of which fizzled out," said Michael Worobey.
Arizona Public Media June 7, 2020 Antibody testing As one of the world’s top research institutions, the University of Arizona is taking the lead on the development of widespread antibody testing for the novel coronavirus.
Arizona Public Media June 7, 2020 Integrative medicine Dr. Esther Sternberg is interviewed about strategies for reducing stress and anxiety amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Durango Herald June 6, 2020 100 cords of firewood provided to Navajos and Hopis More than 100 cords of wood have been donated to the Hopi Tribe and Navajo Nation, thanks to coordinated efforts involving University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.
The Arizona Republic June 6, 2020 Is the COVID-19 pandemic getting worse in Arizona? Here's what we know Michael Worobey and Felicia Goodrum discuss why COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are on the rise in Arizona.
The Washington Post June 6, 2020 From guns to neck restraint: How police tactics differ around the world "We do, on average, have more aggressive policing than our peers," said University of Arizona sociology professor Jennifer Earl.
KAET June 5, 2020 Former U.S. Surgeon General leads University of Arizona's task force The University of Arizona has put together a task force to help plan a return to campus this fall. Dr. Richard Carmona, the 17th U.S. Surgeon General, is leading the effort.
WIRED June 5, 2020 Schools turn to surveillance tech to prevent COVID-19 spread The University of Arizona has begun developing a contact tracing app for students.