Newly discovered protein could be used to produce life-saving antifungals Sept. 28, 2022 Yeast cells and human immune system cells rely on similar chemical reactions to know when to grow. Scientists have identified differences between the cell types that could help with the development of antifungal drugs. Read more Image
Steward Observatory lecture series celebrates 100 years Sept. 26, 2022 To mark the lecture series' 100-year anniversary, an evening celebration will include a presentation on the newest science to come out of the James Webb Space Telescope, a chance to peer at the sky through telescopes, recognition of a new endowed chair and the opening of Steward Observatory's visitor center. Read more Image
How a forest's smell could help scientists sniff out drought stress Sept. 21, 2022 Ever wonder what gives a forest its pine-fresh scent? The answer is the molecular compound pinene, naturally released by plants. A new study explores how and under what conditions plants emit pinene and other volatile organic compounds into the atmosphere. The results may help scientists detect when an ecosystem is in distress. Read more Image
UArizona Spacewatch discovered the larger of the twin asteroids targeted in NASA's upcoming DART mission Sept. 19, 2022 NASA's DART spacecraft will slam into an asteroid this month, and scientists will study how the impact affects its orbit around a larger, companion asteroid discovered by UArizona researchers in 1996. Read more Image
$2.5M gift from Boyce family establishes Mining and Geological Engineering Endowed Chair Sept. 15, 2022 The Gregory H. and Lisa S. Boyce Endowed Department Leadership Chair in Mining and Geological Engineering ensures a strong program for years to come. Due to a dollar-for-dollar match from the Lundin family, it will also benefit the new School of Mining and Mineral Resources. Read more Image
UArizona becomes US Space Command's first Academic Engagement Enterprise partner Sept. 13, 2022 The partnership will provide university faculty, students and other partners with a forum to collaboratively address pressing challenges of human security, exploration, development and settlement of space. Read more Image
UArizona opens its first tribal microcampus to serve the Pascua Yaqui Tribe Sept. 7, 2022 The microcampus's initial curriculum will include the Indigenous Governance Program courses jointly offered by the James E. Rogers College of Law and Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management and Policy. Courses will begin in October, and leaders plan to expand course offerings in the future. Read more Image
UArizona ranks 28 among top 100 universities granted U.S. utility patents in 2021 Sept. 7, 2022 The university held this same position in the 2020 report, indicating continued productivity in driving impact from research and innovation. The university had 86 patents issued last year. Read more Image
Legal and computer science experts join forces to make writing wills easier Aug. 31, 2022 Attorneys' fees and other barriers keep many people from setting up wills. A team of researchers from three colleges hopes artificial intelligence can automate parts of that process and make wills more accessible. Read more Image
Business 'dreamer' hopes to use entrepreneurial spirit to help others Aug. 30, 2022 Diane Saali was drawn to the University of Arizona because of the care and support she felt in a summer program at the Eller College of Management. She hopes to pay it forward in her future business endeavors. Read more Image