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Chris Scott's visits to the Himalaya region now focus on both science and policy.

Finding Solutions Where Science and Policy Meet

March 20, 2019

Udall Center for Studies on Public Policy Director Christopher Scott believes in the benefits of using science to inform policy and bringing policy into scientific research.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/finding-solutions-where-science-and-policy-meet
Choosing an indulgent dessert first can lead to healthier food choices overall, according to new research from the UA Eller College of Management.

High-calorie Desserts Could Promote Healthier Eating

March 6, 2019

New research suggests that selecting an indulgent dessert at the start of a meal could lead diners to choose lower-calorie meal options.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/highcalorie-desserts-could-promote-healthier-eati…
earth from space

Talk – 'Space Law and the Commercialization of Outer Space'

Feb. 8, 2019

The UA's James E. Rogers College of Law presents a discussion titled "Space Law and the Commercialization of Outer Space: Towards a Global Playing Field."  The talk will cover the future of space law, featuring Frans von der Dunk, professor of space law at the University of Nebraska.

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When Perusing Online Reviews, Shoppers Value Quantity Over Quality

Feb. 6, 2019

Consumers are more likely to purchase products that have lower ratings but more reviews than products with higher ratings but few reviews, researchers found.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/when-perusing-online-reviews-shoppers-value-quant…

New UA-affiliated Corporation Targets Defense Research

Feb. 5, 2019

The University of Arizona Applied Research Corp. will focus the UA's research strengths in several diverse areas on solving national security issues.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/new-uaaffiliated-corporation-targets-defense-rese…
Andrew Coan

Four Questions: Andrew Coan on Special Prosecutors and the Law

Jan. 28, 2019

A professor from the UA James E. Rogers College of Law focused his research on special prosecutors and their role in the U.S. government, and along the way uncovered some fascinating stories about the history of the position.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/four-questions-andrew-coan-special-prosecutors-an…

Tucson Entrepreneurs Launch Second Fund to Advance UA-Related Startups

Jan. 25, 2019

UAVenture Capital has launched a second venture capital fund designed specifically to help finance the commercialization of emerging and disruptive technologies formulated by UA researchers, faculty and students.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/tucson-entrepreneurs-launch-second-fund-advance-u…

Interdisciplinary UA Researchers Get Tangled Up in Quantum Computing

Jan. 25, 2019

UA researchers are building a quantum hub known as Inquire, which will be the world's first shared research and training instrument to help researchers in diverse fields benefit from quantum resources.

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Brick-and-mortar stores remain an important part of our social fabric, with many consumers associating them with personal and societal benefits in addition to goods and services, according to a new study led by the University of Arizona.

A World Without Brick-and-Mortar Stores? Even Avid Online Shoppers Say, 'No, Thanks'

Nov. 13, 2018

The majority of consumers think the extinction of brick-and-mortar stores would be bad for society, according to a new UA-led study that explores consumers' perceptions of today's transforming retail environment.

https://news.arizona.edu/story/world-without-brickandmortar-stores-even-avid-onl…

Water-Energy Nexus at Forefront of UA Research

Nov. 8, 2018

In a collaborative project between Dr. Robert Norwood of the College of Optical Sciences and Dr. Andrea Achilli of the Department of Chemical Engineering and WEST Center, research is being conducted on a process to use heat produced from solar technology for water desalination.

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WEST Industry Advisory Board (IAB) Convenes in Tucson, AZ

Oct. 16, 2018

Representatives from members Dow, Ixom, Marana Water, Metawater, Pima County RWRD, Trojan UV, and Tucson Water attended meetings in person. Several others joined the University of Arizona/Industry group remotely.

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Other Transaction Authority (OTA)

Oct. 15, 2018

DSRI Program Manager Chris Fox explains the usefulness of Other Transaction Authority (OTA), a flexible and user-friendly legal tool for doing business with the Department of Defense.

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