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Steward Observatory Balloon Mission Breaks NASA Record 22 Miles Above Antarctica

Steward Observatory balloon mission breaks NASA record 22 miles above Antarctica

Steward Observatory balloon mission breaks NASA record 22 miles above Antarctica

Feb. 24, 2024

Tethered by a long cable, the high altitude balloon carrying the GUSTO telescope is being launched from McMurdo Research Station in Antarctica.

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Heat and toxic exposures could harm kidneys in agricultural workers

New findings published in the journal Environmental Research underscore the potential health risks of heat exposure and the need for safety precautions.

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U of A celebrates new AI-powered MRI and BIO5 Brain & Body Imaging Center

State-of-the-art technology and interdisciplinary expertise position the university at the forefront of imaging innovation in Arizona.

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U of A and UNM win joint $43.6M NIH award to help turn clinical research into practical medicine

The CTSA grant, the largest infrastructure and training award from the NIH, supports the translation of research discoveries into improved patient care.

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