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Cosmic predators: How supermassive black holes slow star growth in nearby galaxies

A new study led by University of Arizona astronomers suggests that black holes may have played a much larger role in shaping the growth of galaxies in the early universe than previously thought.

Read more at University of Arizona News

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U of A takes leading operations role in NASA mission

The University of Arizona is mission control for the Pandora mission, which will help scientists study exoplanets and their stars.

Three researchers plant corals in the water at Biosphere 2

Corals in Biosphere 2's Ocean Habitat may help save reefs around the world

Stocking the Biosphere 2 Ocean with corals, researchers kicked off a multi-year experiment to help develop new solutions that could make coral reefs more resilient to threats from rising sea temperatures across the globe.

Read more at University of Arizona News

Marcia Rieke Galaxy Slam press conference photo

How reaching for the hoop prepared Marcia Rieke to reach for the stars

Recognizing her accomplishments both in unraveling mysteries of the deep cosmos and excelling on the court as an undergraduate student, Regents Professor Marcia Rieke was named the U of A's Faculty of the Year award honoree by the Big 12 Conference.

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ABOR meeting

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

A solar flare erupts from the sun's surface in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory

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

This image depicts a hillside with a large white letter "A" painted on it, surrounded by a winding road with several cars parked along the way. In the background, there is a vast cityscape extending into rolling desert mountains, under a partly cloudy sky.

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

Close-up of a person holding several yellow softgel capsules in cupped hands, with a light green background. The image suggests a focus on health, wellness, or supplements.

Bringing precision to the murky debate on fish oil

Nov. 14, 2024

A booth display for Freeport-McMoRan at an outdoor event. A large sign features an image of a woman in safety gear with the text 'We Are Freeport-McMoRan,' alongside a group of miners in high-visibility clothing and hard hats. Below, text describes Freeport-McMoRan as an international mining company committed to safely supplying essential metals for a greener future. In the background, two people in casual attire engage in conversation near the booth, with other tents and event structures visible.

$2.5M grant fuels workforce development through mining education

Nov. 13, 2024

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Improving water conservation and mitigating Arizona's heat island effect

Nov. 13, 2024

A man stands smiling in front of a large, colorful mural that depicts a historical and cultural scene with various figures, buildings, animals, and landscapes, likely representing a community or region's heritage. The artwork includes people in traditional and historical attire, with a Mexican flag visible on one of the buildings.

U of A faculty, students develop exhibit to celebrate Santa Cruz County

Nov. 12, 2024

A group of women holding their awards pose for a photo in front of a projector screen.

Gallery: 2024 Women of Impact awards ceremony

Nov. 12, 2024

Two smiling men stand beside a large telescope on a rooftop observatory with a mountain range in the background. The image highlights the telescope's size and design, with the open sky and cityscape visible behind them, suggesting a setting for astronomical research.

New 'spectral fingerprint' atlas of satellites aims to improve space security

Nov. 12, 2024

Arizona Mountain Kingsnake

New study maps dramatic 100-million-year explosion in color signals used by animals

Nov. 7, 2024

VETS Center

Military Times ranks U of A among nation's top 5 universities for service members

Nov. 7, 2024

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$2.1M aids U of A researchers in building chemical sensors to safeguard troops

Nov. 6, 2024

U of A celebrates fourth year as Fulbright HSI Leader

Nov. 5, 2024

Close-up of an ear of corn with a green caterpillar crawling on the damaged end, where some kernels are missing. The corn kernels are yellow and orange, and the background is out of focus, with a natural, earthy tone.

Not the usual suspects: Novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops

Nov. 4, 2024

composite image of the dust disk surrounding Vega, consisting of the Hubble image and the James Webb image

Astronomers see debris disk around young star Vega in unprecedented detail

Nov. 1, 2024

Grand Challenges Research Building

Research reimagined: U of A celebrates new Grand Challenges Research Building

Oct. 30, 2024

U of A Health Sciences breaks ground on the Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies

Oct. 30, 2024

Halloween

The science behind nature's blood seekers

Oct. 30, 2024