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U of A among top institutions in global research impact list

More than 500 researchers from the University of Arizona were ranked among the best in their fields.

Galaxies of many shapes and colors dot the black background of distant space, with an inset zooming in on the red object dubbed "Virgil," the object of the study reported here.

The monster hiding in plain sight: JWST reveals cosmic shapeshifter in the early universe

University of Arizona astronomers discover a galaxy with a dual personality – appearing ordinary in visible light while harboring an extraordinarily massive black hole.

Read more at University of Arizona News

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Schaibley named inaugural faculty fellow to unify quantum research at U of A

John Schaibley is leading efforts to connect quantum researchers and strengthen industry partnerships.

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New research links health impacts related to 'forever chemicals' to billions in economic losses

A University of Arizona study finds that PFAS contamination imposes annual social costs of at least $8 billion.

Read more at University of Arizona News

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A man wearing sunglasses and a navy blue polo shirtkneels next to a medium-sized yellow dog wearing a "Service Dog" vest.

Veterans with service dogs may have fewer PTSD symptoms, higher quality of life

June 4, 2024

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Squirreling it away: Unraveling food hoarding behavior to conserve endangered squirrels

June 4, 2024

Ginny L. Clements Academic Center

Arizona athletes post banner spring semester in classroom

May 31, 2024

a collection of galaxies, with a pullout of one blurry reddish galaxy

Webb Telescope spots the two most distant galaxies ever seen at cosmic dawn

May 30, 2024

The two primary mirrors are visible in this photo taken of the Large Binocular Telescope at dusk

Glimpses of a volcanic world: New telescope images of Jupiter's moon Io rival those from spacecraft

May 30, 2024

A periodical cicada of the genus Magicicada perched on a tulip tree stalk.

What's the buzz? 10 things you (probably) didn't know about cicadas

May 29, 2024

Artist’s impression of a high-redshift quasar as it would have appeared a few hundred million years after the Big Bang. Powered by a supermassive black hole at their center, such quasars can be 1000 times more luminous than the Milky Way galaxy.

'Mind-boggling' quasars and atmospheres of vaporized rock: UArizona astronomers explore cosmos with Webb Telescope

May 29, 2024

A man in a white shirt and grey sweat pants sits at the edge of a bed.

The mind after midnight: Study shows disrupted sleep increases risk for suicide and homicide

May 29, 2024

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Architecture students' award-winning designs will help Hopi Tribe expand solar-powered housing, education

May 28, 2024

New national food safety alliance creates culturally respectful food safety training for Native American food growers

May 23, 2024

A black, white and grey image of a CT scan

Professor uses CT network to 'open the doors of science and let everyone in'

May 22, 2024

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Mapping Racist Covenants: How a UArizona geographer's research informed a new Arizona law

May 22, 2024

Students compile data to yield insights into plant growth

May 22, 2024

a sign that says "caution extreme heat danger" next to a road in a desert

New federally funded center will rely on UArizona expertise to help communities manage extreme heat

May 20, 2024

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$1M gift to UArizona School Garden Workshop launches 'Sprouts House' project

May 15, 2024

A pair of firefighters in full protective equipment hold a hose that is spraying water onto an active fire

Research shows altered regulation of genes linked to prostate cancer in firefighters

May 13, 2024

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UArizona places among top 0.5% of world universities in CWUR rankings

May 13, 2024

Marcia Rieke

UArizona's Marcia Rieke wins $500,000 Gruber Cosmology Prize

May 9, 2024

A graphic with a blue background, red squiggly lines and "Student Made" in the center, under which is written "University of Arizona."

Student entrepreneurs to sell goods and services through new online marketplace

May 7, 2024

Angelina Anani accepts the Mining & Engineering Young Professional Award in February.

Mining Society Recognizes Angelina Anani as Outstanding Young Professional

May 6, 2024

A silicon wafer with a phononic device is being tested under a microscope.

Good vibrations: New tech may lead to smaller, more powerful wireless devices

May 3, 2024

Jay Quade (left) and Jordan Abell, a postdoctoral associate in the Department of Geosciences (right) looking for optimal samples.

Geochemist Jay Quade elected to National Academy of Sciences

May 1, 2024

Panelists and moderators of the Copper is Critical event in Washington, D.C. pose for a picture.

University of Arizona mining, mineral expertise shines in Washington, D.C.

April 26, 2024

The National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences graphic

UArizona-led CyVerse part of $20M NSF award to catalyze biosciences discoveries

April 25, 2024