525-million-year-old fossil defies textbook explanation for brain evolution

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December 01, 2022

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525-million-year-old fossil defies textbook explanation for brain evolution

According to a new study led by a UArizona researcher, fossils of a tiny sea creature with a delicately preserved nervous system solve a century-old debate over how the brain evolved in arthropods, the most species-rich group in the animal kingdom.

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UArizona trains its first class of aspiring astronauts at Biosphere 2

The University of Arizona's new spaceflight training programs aim to develop classes that will enable the future of inclusive space travel. 

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Study aims to reduce cancer risk among firefighters

A $4 million Regents' Research Grant will allow researchers from UArizona and Arizona State University to test new ways to reduce the risk of occupation-related cancer for firefighters.

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UArizona scientists thrilled by unprecedented 'portrait' of an alien world

Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists have identified a "mystery molecule" that previously stumped astronomers. They've also gained insights needed to interpret potential signs of habitability on other exoplanets.

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Researchers develop drug to treat Alzheimer's disease in Down syndrome patients

Research on the drug, known as DYR533, was conducted at the the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy and BIO5 Institute, in partnership with the Biodesign Institute in Phoenix.

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UArizona researchers expand humanitarian and resilience efforts with grants from USAID

University of Arizona researchers are teaming up with partners around the world to promote resilience and create solutions to global climate challenges.

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