Image Bringing precision to the murky debate on fish oil Wednesday A 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 Brushing up on your fluoride facts Wednesday As debate over fluoridated drinking water rages, we take a look at what the science tells us. Read more
Image Water Resources Research Center Conference highlights cross-boundary collaboration May 29, 2025 Water doesn't recognize borders, but governments do. This conference focused on ways nations, states, tribes and others work together when water crosses borders. Read more
Image Honoring excellence: 2025 ALVSCE Awards Night recognizes outstanding alumni, advocates and partners May 28, 2025 From lifetime achievements in ranching and education to breakthroughs in sustainable agriculture and scientific communication, this year’s ALVSCE Awards Night honorees represent the heart and future of Arizona’s land-grant mission. Read more
Image Professors Ellen Bledsoe and Joel Muraco named Spring 2025 Golden Apple Awardees May 27, 2025 The Golden Apple Award serves as a meaningful representation of the CALES student voice, recognizing instructors who have gone above and beyond to teach our students. Read more
Image Nature’s plan for delaying pest resistance deciphered May 27, 2025 A new study cracks the code for increasing sustainability of the pest-killing proteins in genetically engineered crops. Read more
Image How Southern Arizona businesses can conquer the summer slump May 22, 2025 As tariffs and inflation squeeze wallets, Southern Arizona entrepreneurs can transform seasonal challenges into profitable opportunities with these expert strategies. Read more
Image Tariffs explained: How they may impact Arizona's agricultural industries May 21, 2025 In the first article of our "Tariffs explained" series, George Frisvold, a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, explains how tariffs could be a mixed bag for Arizona agriculture. Read more
Image CALES's research strength on display at 2025 Discovery & Innovation Awards May 20, 2025 The College of Agriculture, Life and Environmental Sciences (CALES) celebrates this year’s award recipients, whose exemplary research focuses on solving some of the most challenging problems facing the Southwest and its people. Read more
Image Extension pest managment helps keep food and families safe from farm to homes May 15, 2025 Integrated Pest Management takes a holistic, environmentally sensitive approach to pest management, which saves growers money while minimizing impact on the environment, from agricultural fields to school grounds and around the home. Read more