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Anemia drug could have new life in treating nerve injuries

University of Arizona orthopedic researchers showed how a drug that boosts red blood cells in people with anemia can help quicken the pace of healing nerve injuries in mice.

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Researchers testing molecules that may reduce opioid overdose deaths

A national research partnership is advancing a potential one-dose antidote that may reshape overdose response and save more lives.

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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 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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Marcelino A. Perez III

At just 17 years old, U of A graduate hopes to get a jump-start on giving back

Dec. 16, 2024

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How millennials are thinking about retirement in the face of climate stress

Dec. 16, 2024

Outstanding Undergraduate Research Awardee Daniel Cervantes

Challenging Narratives Through History Research: SBS Outstanding Undergraduate Research Awardee Daniel Cervantes

Dec. 12, 2024

In this AI-generated illustration of Earth at the dawn of life, a distant volcano towers over a barren, shallow ocean shore. It is possible the earliest life forms evolved in such environments.

Study sheds light on origin of genetic code

Dec. 12, 2024

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Trial by fire: U of A-developed tool cuts through the noise in wildfire management

Dec. 11, 2024

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Nine students honored with Centennial Achievement Awards

Dec. 11, 2024

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Two U of A innovators elected to the National Academy of Inventors

Dec. 10, 2024

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U of A to lead $12M study on underground carbon storage in Arizona

Dec. 9, 2024

Bear Down and Vote

U of A earns recognition for student voting engagement

Dec. 5, 2024

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U of A engineers tackle energy usage in semiconductor technology

Dec. 5, 2024

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New U of A postdoctoral researcher uses satellite data to examine climate risks in U.S. prisons

Dec. 5, 2024

This image shows a woman sleeping in bed while using a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine for sleep apnea treatment. She is lying on her side with a nasal mask connected to the machine on a bedside table, surrounded by soft, patterned bedding.

Peer support could help millions with sleep apnea slumber easier, study finds

Dec. 4, 2024

François Lanoë sitting in an archaeological excavation site holding a jawbone

How did humans and dogs become friends? Connections in the Americas began 12,000 years ago

Dec. 4, 2024

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Award-Winning Oral History Project Reflects Vaccine Hesitancy Across Generations

Dec. 2, 2024

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ADOT launches tri-university Arizona Transportation Institute

Nov. 22, 2024

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U of A research successes, financial improvements highlighted at ABOR meeting

Nov. 21, 2024

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Study identifies potential new drug for Parkinson's-related cognitive decline, dementia

Nov. 21, 2024

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When trees 'talk:' Researchers probe ancient wood for clues about massive solar storms

Nov. 20, 2024

Soil

Hydrologists to transform climate projections with microbial data and artificial intelligence

Nov. 19, 2024

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U of A center blends training and tradition to support health care providers in Native American communities

Nov. 19, 2024

Arden Holloway

Innovation Circle Student Spotlight: Arden Holloway

Nov. 18, 2024

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Math tutoring program prepares Native American students for STEM careers

Nov. 18, 2024

Ofelia Zepeda and Andrew McNair

Speaking to Community

Nov. 15, 2024

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Women and young women of ‘Impact’ unite at inaugural event to foster connections and inclusivity

Nov. 15, 2024