University of Arizona in the News

WNYC June 30, 2020
Arizona and COVID-19: A doctor on the front lines

Dr. Frank LoVecchio is interviewed about the impact of the increasing cases of COVID-19 in the state.
BizTucson June 30, 2020
Test, Trace, Treat: A tactical plan to reopen the University of Arizona

University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins, Reentry Task Force Director Dr. Richard Carmona and Provost Liesl Folks discuss the university's plan to reopen this fall.
Smithsonian June 29, 2020
How urban design can make or break protests

Cultural geographer Stefano Bloch discusses how a city's geography can aid, underscore or discourage a protest movement’s success.
International Business Times June 29, 2020
Study shows people in quarantine may be experiencing 'skin hunger'

Those genetically predisposed to being more affectionate may especially be struggling with "skin hunger" amid COVID-19 physical distancing, according to Kory Floyd.
USA Today June 29, 2020
Here's how to stay safe when flying during the coronavirus pandemic

Paloma Beamer said taking shorter flights, rather than one long one, would limit the time in the vicinity of a possibly infected person in a nearby seat.
Physics June 29, 2020
Black hole imaging tests Einstein's limits

With the help of two radio telescopes coordinated by the University of Arizona, astronomers have taken the first direct image of a black hole.
The New York Times June 27, 2020
Actual coronavirus infections vastly undercounted, CDC data shows

Saskia Popescu said the CDC survey might also be slanted by people with chronic conditions who are more likely to visit commercial labs.
Fox News June 27, 2020
University of Arizona president says surge in COVID-19 cases threatens fall campus reopening

University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins discusses the state's surge in COVID-19 cases.
The Washington Post June 27, 2020
Coronavirus limbo: College students are angry and anxious as they await news about the fall

"If I think it's not safe, I'm not going to do it," said University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins.
National Geographic June 26, 2020
Here's how to stop the virus from winning

"We are quickly reaching that critical level of capacity in ICU beds and ventilators in hospitals in the worst-hit areas," said Purnima Madhivanan.