Bringing precision to the murky debate on fish oil Nov. 14, 2024 A new University of Arizona-led $3.9M grant from the National Institutes of Health aims to uncover how ancestry and genetic factors may impact the effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular health. Read more Image
Improving water conservation and mitigating Arizona's heat island effect Nov. 13, 2024 Researchers from the U of A and ASU this week showcased new techniques to improve urban water use practices. Read more Image
20th Anniversary RISE Symposium bridges connections for students and faculty Nov. 11, 2024 Eleven speakers covered a wide variety of topics, and some included results of work completed and on-going at WGEW or SRER. Read More Image
Not the usual suspects: Novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops Nov. 4, 2024 The corn earworm, also known as cotton bollworm or Helicoverpa zea, has shown an ability to quickly evolve resistance in the field to genetically engineered crops. Read more Image
Exploring a microbial solution to food insecurity Oct. 31, 2024 A University of Arizona Health Sciences-funded project is focusing on spirulina as a way to address food insecurity and mitigate the effects of climate change. Read more Image
The science behind nature's blood seekers Oct. 30, 2024 From bed bugs to vampire bats, the world is full of creatures that want to suck your blood. U of A experts explain the feeding mechanisms of blood-sucking animals and insects. Read more Image
Prestigious fellowship gives Norton professor the opportunity to work directly with federal policymakers and translate research into action Oct. 29, 2024 Melissa Delgado is working at the National Institutes of Health as part of her American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) U.S. Policy Fellowship. Read more Image
U of A researchers to study how family dynamics impact mental health of Latinx LGBTQ youth Oct. 21, 2024 The five-year project will work with families in Arizona and Florida to develop new, culturally informed tools to support interventions Read more Image
New study by U of A researchers shows the rapidly rising profile of citizen scientists in federal decision-making Oct. 15, 2024 A new, first-of-its-kind study by University of Arizona and University of Florida researchers finds reliance on citizen science has increased dramatically in federal environmental impact reviews. Read more Image
Agricultural research program opens doors for rural students Oct. 11, 2024 ENGAGED in AST offers stipends for housing, food and experiential learning in agricultural engineering for University of Arizona and Central Arizona College students. Read more Image